Service manual

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ADJ
EAS00177
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CHECKING THE BATTERY
WARNING
Batteries generate explosive hydrogen gas
and contain electrolyte which is made of
poisonous and highly caustic sulphuric acid.
Therefore, always follow these preventive
measures:
• Wear protective eye gear when handling or
working near batteries.
• Charge batteries in a well-ventilated area.
• Keep batteries away from fire, sparks or
open flames (e.g., welding equipment,
lighted cigarettes).
• DO NOT SMOKE when charging or handling
batteries.
• KEEP BATTERIES AND ELECTROLYTE
OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
• Avoid bodily contact with electrolyte as it
can cause severe burns or permanent eye
injury.
FIRST AID IN CASE OF BODILY CONTACT:
EXTERNAL
• Skin - Wash with water.
• Eyes - Flush with water for 15 minutes and
get immediate medical attention.
INTERNAL
• Drink large quantities of water or milk
followed with milk of magnesia, beaten egg
or vegetable oil. Get immediate medical at-
tention.
1. Remove:
• Battery cover
Refer to “SIDE COVERS AND SEAT” sec-
tion.
2. Disconnect:
• battery leads
(from the battery terminals)
CAUTION:
First, disconnect the negative battery lead
, and the positive battery lead .
3. Remove:
• battery
CHECKING THE BATTERY
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
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UPPER
LOWER