Check the fluid level. If the level is near or lower than the MIN level, add distilled water until the fluid level reaches the MAX limit.
Make sure that the battery cables are firmly secured to the posts. Tighten the clamps if necessary.

8.5 Checking Fuel, Engine Oil, and Water leakage

! Caution

:Fire

Do not use this equipment when a leak is found. Repair the equipment before use.

Be sure to check for any fuel leak at the hose connection, and oil and coolant leak by opening side doors.

8.6 Checking Battery

! Caution

:Injuries to eyes and skin

Battery fluid contains diluted sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with eyes, skin or on clothing.

If the acid comes in contact, especially with eyes, flush with a lot of water, and contact your physician immediately.

! Caution

:Fire

Battery may emit some combustible gas, so keep it away from fire and sparks.

<Caution>

Check the hydrometer of the battery fluid. If it falls below 1.23,

the battery requires recharging. Please call our authorized distributor or our engineering section.

Replacing the battery

Remove the clamp and cable from negative (-)post from the

 

battery. (always remove negative side first)

 

Remove the hold-down clamp from the battery.

 

Remove the clamp and cable from positive (+) post from the

 

battery.

 

Remove the battery from the seat

Reinstall the new battery in the reverse order (always install the

cable to the positive (+) post of the new battery first.

<Caution>

Make sure that the removed cable does not come in contact with the battery post.

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Shindaiwa DG250MI, DG150MI Checking Fuel, Engine Oil, and Water leakage, Checking Battery, Replacing the battery