7.3 Recharging drive batteries

Charge the batteries only using chargers and charging methods approved by the drive system manufacturer.

Fire or explosion

Charging damaged batteries may cause death or serious injury.

Never charge damaged batteries.

Remove any damaged batteries from service.

  1. Switch off the drive system from the power button on the electronic remote control.
  2. Switch off the drive system main switch.
  3. Ensure that the mains plug of each drive battery charger is plugged into a socket.
  4. Connect the shore power cable and ensure that the shore power RCD is switched on.
    The batteries start charging after approximately 20 seconds.

To stop charging, disconnect the shore power cable.

For more information on recharging the batteries under different operating configurations, see the drive battery manufacturer’s manual.

Parent topic: Drive battery system