Setup Instructions

8
Step
7
Activating the Battery
Parts needed for this step:
Qty. Part
80
ounces
Bulk electrolyte with 1.265 specific gravity
(Purchase from a battery supply outlet.)
Procedure
Danger
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is
a deadly poison and causes severe burns.
 Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact
with skin, eyes or clothing. Wear safety
glasses to shield your eyes and rubber gloves
to protect your hands.
 Fill the battery where clean water is always
available for flushing the skin.
 Follow all instructions and comply with all
safety messages on the electrolyte container.
Warning
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer
and reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
1. Remove the battery.
Refer to the Operator’s
Manual for instructions.
Important: Do not add
electrolyte while the
battery is in the
machine. You could spill
it, causing corrosion.
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2. Clean the top of the
battery and remove the
vent caps.
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3. Slowly pour
electrolyte into each
battery cell until the level
is up to the upper line
on the battery case.
Important: Do not
overfill the battery.
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4. Wait five to ten minutes, then add electrolyte, if
necessary, until the electrolyte level is up to the
upper line on the battery case.
5. Install battery filler
caps.
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6. Charge the battery and then install it on the
machine. Refer to the Operator’s Manual for
instructions.