3.5.1Tilt seat up to gain access to the battery.
DANGER
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦Charging the battery may produce explosive gases
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦Battery gases can explode causing serious injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦Keep sparks, flames, or cigarettes away from battery.
♦Ventilate when charging or using battery in an enclosed space.
♦Make sure venting path of battery is always open once battery is filled with acid.
3.5.2Check the voltage of the battery with a digital voltmeter. Locate the voltage reading of the battery in the table below and charge the battery for the recommended time interval to bring the charge up to a full charge of 12.6 volts or greater.
IMPORTANT: When charging the battery, make sure the negative battery cables are disconnected and the battery charger has an output of 16 volts and 7 amps or less to avoid damaging the battery (see chart below for recommended charger settings).
Voltage | Percent | Maximum |
| Charging Interval | |
Reading | Charge | Charger Settings |
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12.6 or greater | 100% | 16 volts/7 amps | No Charging Required | ||
12.4 – 12.6 | 75 | – 100% | 16 volts/7 amps | 30 Minutes | |
12.2 – 12.4 | 50 | – 75% | 16 volts/7 amps | 1 | Hour |
12.0 – 12.2 | 25 | – 50% | 14.4 volts/4 amps | 2 | Hours |
11.7 – 12.0 | 0 – 25% | 14.4 volts/4 amps | 3 | Hours | |
11.7 or less | 0% | 14.4 volts/2 amps | 6 | Hours or More | |
CAUTION
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦If the ignition is in the “ON” position there is potential for sparks and engagement of components.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦Sparks could cause an explosion or moving parts could accidentally engage causing personal injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦Be sure ignition switch is in the “OFF” position before charging the battery.
3.5.3Connect the negative battery cables.
NOTE: If the positive cable is also disconnected, connect the positive (red) cable to the positive terminal on the battery first, then connect the negative (black) cable to the negative terminal. Slip insulator boot over the positive terminal.
NOTE: If time does not permit charging the battery, or if charging equipment is not available, connect the negative battery cables and run the vehicle continuously for 20 to 30 minutes to sufficiently charge the battery.
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