KTM Freeride E-XC 2021 - 16 Electrical System; Removing the 12-V Battery; Installing the 12-V Battery

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16.1 Removing the 12-V battery
Warning
Risk of injury Battery gases cause serious chemical burns.
– Keep the 12 V batteries out of the reach of children.
– Wear suitable protective clothing and safety glasses.
– Avoid contact with battery gases.
– Keep sparks or open flames away from the 12 V battery.
– Only charge 12 V batteries in well-ventilated rooms.
– In the event of contact with the skin, rinse the affected area with plenty of water.
– Flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician if battery gases have come into
contact with the eyes.
Note
Environmental hazard 12 V batteries contain environmentally hazardous materials.
– Do not dispose of 12 V batteries as household waste.
– Dispose of 12 V batteries at a collection point for used batteries.
Preparatory work
– Deactivate the vehicle. ( p. 43)
– Fold the seat up. ( p. 69)
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Main work
–
Disconnect negative cable
1
from the 12-V battery.
–
Pull back positive terminal cover
2
.
–
Disconnect positive cable
3
from the 12-V battery.
–
Detach rubber strap
4
.
– Pull the 12-V battery upwards and out of the battery compart-
ment.
16.2 Installing the 12-V battery
Warning
Risk of injury Battery gases cause serious chemical burns.
– Keep the 12 V batteries out of the reach of children.
– Wear suitable protective clothing and safety glasses.
– Avoid contact with battery gases.
– Keep sparks or open flames away from the 12 V battery.
– Only charge 12 V batteries in well-ventilated rooms.
–
In the event of contact with the skin, rinse the affected area with plenty of water.
– Flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician if battery gases have come into
contact with the eyes.