Operation; Before Charging Batteries; Connecting The Battery - AEG WM 18 Bedienungsanleitung

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OPERATION

Before charging batteries

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If the battery must be removed from the vehicle before charging, always discon-
nect the earthed connector from the battery first. Also ensure all other loads in
the vehicle are off.
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Ensure adequate ventilation to allow any toxic vapours or gasses to disperse.
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Ensure the battery poles are clean. If the battery has a removable vent cap, fill
each battery cell with distilled water to the manufacturer recommended level. Do
not overfill the cells.
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If the battery does not have caps, refer to the manufacturer instructions on char-
ging and the charging speed.

Connecting the battery

Risk of electrical shock!
Always verify the charging device is disconnected from the 230 V AC
outlet when connecting to a battery..
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Always ensure the area around the battery is well ventilated during the charging
process.
1. Before connecting verify the switch is set to the desired voltage:
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12 V
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24 V
2. Connect the positive charging clamp (red) to the positive battery terminal
(marked P or +).
3. Connect the negative charging clamp (black) to the body of the vehicle, or in
exceptions to the negative battery terminal (marked N or -).
4. Verify both terminal clamps make good contact with the respective terminals.
5. Plug the power plug into a suitable AC mains outlet