Simplicity LC-9 Battery Maintenance, Checking the Battery Fluid, Cleaning the Battery and Cables

Regular Maintenance

BATTERY MAINTENANCE

Checking the Battery Fluid

1.Raise the seat plate to access battery.

2.Remove the rubber strap and battery box cover.

3.Remove the battery filler cap (A, Figure 23). Fluid must be even with the split ring full mark. If not, add distilled water.

4.Reinstall the filler cap.

5.Reinstall the the battery box cover and rubber strap.

Cleaning the Battery and Cables

1.Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative cable first (C, Figure 23).

2.Remove the battery and clean the compartment with a solution of baking soda and water.

3.Clean the battery terminals and cable ends with a wire brush until shiny.

4.Reinstall the battery and reattach the battery cables, positive cable first (see B, Figure 23)

5.Coat the cable ends and battery terminals with petro- leum jelly or non-conducting grease.

WARNING

Be careful when handling the battery. Avoid spilling electrolyte. Keep flames and sparks away from the battery.

When removing or installing battery cables, disconnect the negative cable FIRST and reconnect it LAST. If not done in this order, the positive terminal can be shorted to the frame by a tool.

B

A

C

Figure 23. Battery Compartment

A.Vent Cap(s)

B.Positive (+) Terminal

C.Negative (-) Terminal

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