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Batteries generate explosive hydrogen gas.
Always follow these preventive measures:
●Charge batteries in a well-ventilated area.
●Keep batteries away from fire, sparks or
open flames (e.g., welding equipment,
lighted cigarettes, etc.)
●DO NOT SMOKE when charging or
handling batteries.
KEEP BATTERIES AND ELECTROLYTE
OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
1.Remove:
●Seat
●Battery holding bracket
●Battery lead cover
Refer to “SEAT, CARRIERS, FENDERS
AND FUEL TANK”.
2.Disconnect:
●Battery leads
CAUTION:
First disconnect the negative lead 1, then
disconnect the positive lead 2.
3.Remove:
●Battery
4.Check:
●Battery condition
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Battery condition checking steps:
●Connect a digital voltmeter to the battery
terminals.
N
OTE:
The charge state of an MF battery can be
checked by measuring the open-circuit voltage
(i.e. the voltage when the positive terminal is
disconnected).
Tester (+) lead → battery (+) terminal
Tester (–) lead → battery (–) terminal
CHECKING THE BATTERY