KTM RC 250 R - 14 Electrical System; Removing the Battery; Installing the Battery; Recharging the Battery

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14.1 Removing the battery x
Warning
Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious chemical burns.
– Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
– Wear suitable protective clothing and goggles.
– Avoid contact with battery acid and battery gases.
– Keep sparks and open flames away from the battery. Only charge in well-ventilated rooms.
– In the event of skin contact, rinse with large amounts of water. If battery acid gets in the eyes, rinse with water for at least
15 minutes and contact a physician.
Caution
Danger of accidents If the vehicle is operated with a discharged battery or without a battery, electronic components and safety
equipment may be damaged.
– Never operate the vehicle with a discharged battery or without a battery.
Preparatory work
– Switch off all power consumers and switch off the engine.
– Remove the engine cowl. ( p. 38)
– Remove the front fairing. ( p. 38)
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Main work
–
Detach rubber band
1
.
– Disconnect the battery.
–
Take battery
2
out of the battery holder.
14.2 Installing the battery x
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Main work
–
Position battery
1
in the battery holder.
– Connect the battery.
–
Attach rubber band
2
.
Finishing work
– Install the front fairing. ( p. 39)
– Install the engine cowl. ( p. 38)
14.3 Recharging the battery x
Warning
Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious chemical burns.
– Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
– Wear suitable protective clothing and goggles.
– Avoid contact with battery acid and battery gases.
– Keep sparks and open flames away from the battery. Only charge in well-ventilated rooms.
– In the event of skin contact, rinse with large amounts of water. If battery acid gets in the eyes, rinse with water for at least
15 minutes and contact a physician.