ECB00600

CAUTION:

Do not leave or store the battery on its side.

3.If the battery will be stored for more than two months, check the specific gravity of the elec- trolyte at least once a month and fully charge the battery whenever necessary.

To install the battery

NOTE:

Be sure the battery is fully charged.

1.Install the battery.

2.Connect the positive lead first, and then con- nect the negative lead.

3.Make sure that the breather hose is properly routed, in good condition, and not obstructed.

1 2

3

1.Battery

2.Negative lead

3.Positive lead

ECB00610

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CAUTION:

If the breather hose is positioned in such a way that the frame is exposed to electrolyte or gas expelled from the battery, the frame could suffer structural and external damages.

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