Mishandling the battery shortens the
service life and increases mainte-
nance costs. If the battery is weak, the
enginewillbedifculttostartandthe
headlamps will be dim. It is important
to check the battery periodically.
BATTERY
(1) Battery
t91Oa30a
To avoid personal injury:
Keep electrolyte away from
eyes, hands, and clothes. If it
is spattered on you, wash it
away completely with water
immediately and get medical
attention.
Wear safety goggles and rubber
globes when working around
the battery.
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CAUTION
To avoid personal injury:
When the battery is activated,
hydrogen and oxygen gases
in the battery are extremely ex-
plosive. Keep open sparks and
ames away from the battery
at all times, especially when
charging the battery.
When disconnecting the cables
from the battery, start with the
negative terminal rst.
When connecting the cable to
the battery, start with the posi-
tive terminal rst.
Never check battery charge by
placing a metal object across
the posts. Use a voltmeter or
load tester.
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CAUTION
CHARGE THE BATTERY