Warning!
- Read carefully the relevant safety rules before working on the battery (General safety rules).
- The electrolyte in the battery is toxic and can cause burns if it comes into contact with the skin because it contains sulphuric acid.
- Wear protective clothing, a face-mask and goggles when adding electrolyte.
- If the liquid comes into contact with the skin, wash thoroughly with cold water. If it comes into contact with the eyes, wash thoroughly with water for 15 minutes and consult an ophthalmologist. In the event of accidental ingestion, drink large quantities of water or milk, and continue with milk of magnesia, beaten egg or vegetable oil. Do not allow sparks, flames, cigarettes or any other heat source to come near the battery, as it produces explosive gases.
- When recharging or using the battery indoors, make sure that the room is adequately ventilated. Do not inhale the gases produced during recharging.
- KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Place the battery on a flat surface.
Remove the protective film (1).
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Warning! Make certain that the electrolyte is of the specific type for your battery.
Remove the container with the electrolyte from the vinyl bag.
Remove the cap strip (3) from the container (2).
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Caution! Keep the cap strip (3) to hand because it will be used later as caps for the battery cells.
Warning! Do not peel or perforate the sealed areas.
Place the electrolyte container (2) upside down. Align the six sealed elements with the six filler holes on the battery.
Push the container (2) downwards with sufficient force to break the seals and allow the liquid to flow out.
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Note: Do not tilt the electrolyte container as this could interrupt the flow temporarily or even permanently.
Make certain that air bubbles emerge from all six filler holes. Leave the container in this position for at least twenty minutes. If no bubbles emerge from one of the holes, tap gently on the bottom of the respective container.
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Caution! Never move the container away from the battery. Do not cut or puncture the liquid container.
Make sure that all the electrolyte has flowed out. Carefully extract the container (2) from the battery.
Place the sealing cap strip (3) previously removed from the electrolyte container (2) on the battery, taking care not to force it into the filler holes.
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For 3-12 Ah batteries, leave to stand for at least 30 mins.
For batteries of over 12 Ah, leave to stand for at least 1 hour.
Note: If using an automatic charge reducing battery charger, make certain that the charger current (amps) is greater than or equal to the standard (STD) recharging system indicated on the battery.
Press down firmly with both hands until the caps are firmly in place (do not use a hammer).
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Battery
Safety rules
Warning! Read carefully the relevant safety rules before working on the battery (General safety rules). When under charge, batteries produce explosive gases. Keep batteries away from heat sources, sparks or open flames.
Instructions for use
The battery is a sealed, maintenance-free type and therefore requires no servicing installation.
Note: Always keep the battery clean. Apply grease around the battery terminal clamps to prevent corrosion.
Warning! Never remove the retainer bar (1) on the top of the cover or add more liquid to the battery. If the casing, the cover or the terminals are broken, or if the sealing cap strip has been tampered with, the battery must be renewed.
Caution! If the motorcycle is left unused for more than 30 days, remove the battery and store it in a safe, cool place.
Always charge the battery before the first use and after long storage periods - such as before selling the vehicle.
Removal of the battery
Note: References (16) and (19) are the same as those indicated in the plates in the chapter "Routing of wiring on frame" in this section.
Remove the fuel tank (Removal of the fuel tank).
Release the elastic retaining strap (2), then withdraw the battery.
Remove the protective caps from the terminals, unscrew the screws of the terminals (16) and (19), always starting with the negative terminal.
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Refitting the battery
Install the battery in the battery support and secure it with the elastic retaining strap (2).
Warning! Connect the positive lead (19) to the positive terminal and the negative lead (16) to the negative terminal, as shown in the photo.
Insert the screws in the terminals (16) and (19) always starting with the positive terminal (red lead).
Warning! Position the leads (16) and (19) as shown in the photo.
Tighten the terminal screws to the specified torque (Frame torque settings) and apply grease to the terminals to prevent corrosion.
Fit the protective caps to the battery terminals.
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