ENGLISH
USE
WARNING!
On some points of the machine there are some adhesive plates indicating:
DANGER
–
WARNING
–
CAUTION
–
CONSULTATION
–
While reading this Manual, the operator must pay particular attention to the symbols shown on the plates.
Do not cover these plates for any reason and immediately replace them if damaged.
BATTERY CHECK/SETTING ON A NEW MACHINE
WARNING!
The electric components of the machine can be seriously damaged if the battery is either improperly installed
or connected. The battery must be installed by qualiied personnel only. Check the battery for damage before
installation.
Disconnect the battery connector and the battery charger plug.
Handle the battery with great care.
Install the battery terminal protection caps supplied with the machine.
The machine requires 1 12V battery.
The machine is supplied in the following coniguration:
GEL/AGM battery already installed on the machine
1.
Open the cover (4) and check that the battery is connected to the machine with the connector (7).
2.
Start the machine (see Machine Start and Stop paragraph). If the green warning light (38) turns on, the batteries are ready to
be used.
3.
If the yellow or red warning light turns on, the battery must be charged (see the procedure in Maintenance chapter).
Without battery
1.
Buy appropriate battery (see the Technical Data paragraph).
For battery choice and installation, apply to qualiied battery Retailers.
2.
Install the battery (see the following paragraph).
3.
Charge the battery.
BATTERY INSTALLATION
1.
Open the cover (4) and check that the battery connector (7) is disconnected.
2.
Install the battery on the machine and fasten it with the relevant bracket.
DANGER!
This machine requires sealed lead batteries (GEL or AGM technology).
Do not use batteries with liquid electrolyte or not sealed (WET) for any reason.
WARNING!
The installed battery (GEL/AGM) may require a speciic charging algorithm: contact a Clarke Service Center to
set the charging algorithm suitable to the battery.
Battery charging
3.
Charge the battery (see the procedure in Maintenance chapter).
10
Instructions For Use - VANTAGE 14