Suzuki GP125 - Page 77

BATTERY
Initial charge
This
battery
is
a
dry-charge
type,
unlike
larger
capacity
batteries.
It
must
be
initially
charged
at
the
specified
rate
before
it
is
used,
because
the
plates
may
have
been
slightly
oxidized
during
storage.
Initial charge rate 0.44, 10- 12 hours
Electrolyte specific
gravity
1.26
at
20°C
(68°F)
Recharge
To
check
the
battery
capacity,
and
hence
its
condition,
measure
the
specific
gravity
of
the
electrolyte
using
a
hydrometer.
Refer
to
the
following
chart
Hydrometer 09900-28403
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|
f
Specific gravity at
20°С
(68°F)
Condition
Measure
1.260
-
1.270
Normat
1.220
-
1.250
Under:
charged
Recharge
Recharge
Below
1.220
Run
down
ог
replace
10 12 14
Charging time (hour)
NOTE
If
starting
engine
without
battery,
it
may
cause
damage
of
the
rectifier
NOTE
When
recharging,
be
sure
to
remove
the
battery
from
the
motorcycle
to
protect
the
rectifier
against
excessive
voltage.
WARNING
When
checking,
servicing,
or
charging
a
battery,
always
be
certain
that
the
battery
vent
is
open
and
that
the
vent
hose
is
properly
routed.
An
obstructed
vent
or
vent
hose
could
result
in
the
battery
case
exploding
with
resultant
acid
damage.