OPERATION
4. Keep the battery tops clean to prevent battery
corrosion.
To clean batteries:
FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, wear
protective gloves and eye protection when
handling batteries and battery cables. Avoid
contact with battery acid.
a. Mix a strong solution of baking soda and water
(Figure 35).
b. Brush the solution sparingly over the battery
tops and cable connectors.
NOTE: Do not allow baking soda solution to enter
battery cells.
c. Use a wire brush to clean the battery terminals
and cable connectors.
d. After cleaning, apply a coating of clear battery
post protectant to the terminals and cable
connectors.
5. Check for loose or worn cables. Replace if worn.
TRANSPORTING MACHINE
When transporting the machine by use of trailer or
truck, be certain to follow the tie--down procedures
below:
ATTENTION: Tilt the machine back on its rear
wheels when loading and unloading to prevent
dust skirt damage.
1. Load the machine using a recommended loading
ramp.
NOTE: When lifting the machine, you must remove
the batteries.
FOR SAFETY: When transporting machine, do not
lift machine if batteries are installed. Get
assistance when lifting machine.
2. Position the front of the machine up against the
front of the trailer or truck bed.
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FIG. 35
3. Set parking brake, if equipped, and place blocks
behind the main wheels.
4. Place tie--down straps over the top of the machine
and secure straps to the floor. It may be
necessary to install tie--down brackets to the floor
of your trailer or truck.
NOTE: Do not use control grips to secure machine for
transporting.
FOR SAFETY: When transporting machine, use a
recommended ramp when loading/unloading
on/off truck or trailer. Use tie- -down straps to
secure machine to truck or trailer.
ATTENTION: Do not transport machine tilted back,
battery acid may leak.
STORING MACHINE
Store machine in a dry area in the upright position.
ATTENTION: Do not store machine tilted back,
battery acid may leak.
ATTENTION: Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.
RECOMMENDED STOCK ITEMS
Refer to the Parts List section in this manual for
recommended stock items. Stock Items are clearly
identified with a bullet preceding the parts description.
See example below:
Nobles SpeedGleam/Plus (01- -05)