2002 Buell S3T: Electrical 7-29
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BATTERY 7.11
GENERAL
All 2002 Model Year Buell batteries are permanently sealed,
maintenance-free, valve-regulated, lead/calcium and sulfuric
acid batteries. The batteries are shipped pre-charged and
ready to be put into service. Do not attempt to open these
batteries for any reason.
11WARNING1WARNING
All batteries contain electrolyte. Electrolyte is a sulfuric
acid solution that is highly corrosive and can cause
severe chemical burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes,
and clothing. Avoid spillage. Always wear protective face
shield, rubberized gloves and protective clothing when
working with batteries. A warning label is attached to the
top of the battery. See Figures 7-33 and 7-34. Never
remove warning label from battery. Failure to read and
understand all precautions contained in warning label
before performing any service on batteries could result
in death or serious injury.
BATTERY TESTING
Voltmeter Test
See Table 7-4. The voltmeter test provides a general indicator
of battery condition. Check the voltage of the battery to verify
that it is in a 100% fully charged condition. If the open circuit
(disconnected) voltage reading is below 12.6V, charge the
battery and then recheck the voltage after the battery has set
for one to two hours. If the voltage reading is 12.8V or above,
perform the load test.
Figure 7-32. Maintenance-Free AGM Battery
Table 1-3. Battery Electrolyte Antidotes
CONTACT SOLUTION
External Flush with water
Internal
Drink large quantities of milk or water, fol-
lowed by milk of magnesia, vegetable oil or
beaten eggs. Call doctor immediately.
Eyes
Flush with water, get immediate medical
attention.
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This battery will be replaced withou t cha rge
if found to be defective in m
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workm
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vehicle purchase or 6 m
onths from date
of over-the-counter purchase. After 6
m
onths, but within the 12 m
onths of the
over-the-counter p urcha se, th e ba ttery w ill
be replaced and the purchaser charged
only for the pe riod of ownership based on
the regular price at the time of return
prorated ver the number of months of
warranty. This w arran ty is no t transf
erable
and is voided by the use of rejuvenators,
improper electrolyte, neglect or abuse.
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Figure 7-33.
Contents
are Corrosive.
Wear
Safety Glasses.
Contents
are Explosive.
Keep
Flames Away.
Read
Instructions.
Keep Away
From Children.
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