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Do not smoke, do not approach open fl ames, do not use emery wheels and welding machines; in any
case, do not cause sparks near the batteries .
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Do not draw current from the battery with clamps, plugs and provisional contacts .
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Make sure that all connections (wire terminals, plugs, sockets, etc.) are tightened correctly and in good
working conditions .
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Do not place metal tools on the battery .
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Keep the battery clean and dry, possibly with the use of anti-static cloths .
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Top-up with distilled water every time the electrolyte level drops to 5 - 10 mm from the splash-guard .
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Avoid charging it too much it and keep the battery temperature below 45°C .
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Keep any centralized topping-up systems in perfect working order by performing periodic maintenance .
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The risk of electrocution and short circuiting; for safety, before carrying out any maintenance or repairs
on the batteries (or the machine), disconnect the +/- clamps from the battery poles.
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The risk of explosion during charging; this may occur if you attempt to use an unsuitable battery charger
(based on the Amperes of the battery).
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for nr. 2: the 12V 110 - 140Ah tubular or fl at plate battery, use an automatic electronic 12V 20A model
fi tted with an SB50 connector. For the 6V 240Ah tubular or fl at plate batteries (2 units connected in
serial), use an automatic electronic 12V 40A model fi tted with an SB50 connector.
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While charging the battery, or, nevertheless, when the battery charger plug is plugged in, it
is forbidden to turn the machine on and it is forbidden to move it (including manually).
RESIDUAL RISKS: VALID FOR MODELS WITH GEL BATTERIES (SLG 700 ET ONLY)
IMPORTANT: Use a battery charger suitable to the capacity and features of the battery:
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Before starting the operation of recharging the battery, make sure that the room is well ventilated, or
recharge it in a room specially fi tted out for this purpose.
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Ensure that only qualifi ed and properly trained staff carry out maintenance work on the battery;
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Always use acid-proof gloves and clothing, safety glasses and a face mask when carrying out any type
of work on the battery;
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The risk of electrocution and short circuiting; for safety, before carrying out any maintenance or repairs
on the batteries (or the machine), disconnect the +/- clamps from the battery poles.
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Do not remove or tamper with the internal pressure regulating valve or the bleed valve;
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STORE THE MACHINE OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN;
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Do not smoke or go near a naked fl ame or any other apparatus that can produce sparks ((e.g. from
emery wheels and welding machines);
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Avoid sparks from cables, electrical equipment or electrostatic charges;
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Avoid overloads and keep the temperature of the batteries below 45-50° C .
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In case of accidental liquid spill from the batteries due to any reason, stem the leakages with absorbent
material and wear acid-proof safety gloves, safety glasses and acid suit before having consulted battery
manual . Wash parts of the body that have come into contact with accidental splashes with generous
amounts of water and seek medical attention immediately .
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Clothing contaminated by liquid that is accidentally spilled from the battery must be washed .
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Risk of explosion or fi re: avoid short circuits resulting from the use of uninsulated components. Avoid
wearing clothing containing metal parts that may accidentally come into contact with the battery
electrodes .
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Do not expose the battery to direct sunlight without shielding;
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Protect the battery from frost;
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Do not draw current from the battery with clamps, plugs and provisional contacts .
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Make sure that all connections (wire terminals, plugs, sockets, etc.) are tightened correctly and in good
working conditions .
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