2
1
a
b
CHK
ADJ
3-43
3. Disconnect:
9
battery leads
(from the battery terminals)
cC
First, disconnect the negative battery lead
1
, and then the positive battery lead
2
.
4. Disconnect:
9
battery breather hose
5. Remove:
9
battery
CHECKING AND CHARGING THE BATTERY
6. Check:
9
electrolyte level
The electrolyte level should be between the
minimum level mark
a
and the maximum
level mark
b
.
Below the minimum level mark
→
Add dis-
tilled water to the proper level.
cC
Add only distilled water. Tap water contains
minerals which are harmful to the battery.
7. Check:
9
specific gravity
Less than 1.280
→
Recharge the battery.
8. Charge:
9
battery
w
Do not quick charge a battery.
Battery charging amperage and time
0.5 amps/10 hrs
Specific gravity
1.280 at 20 C (68 F)˚ ˚
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