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ETV mille
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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Release 00/2004 - 04
6.14 BATTERY
NOTE
This motorcycle is equipped with a
maintenance-free battery that only needs to be inspected
and charged from time to time.
In the event the battery needs replacing, install a battery
of the same type and rating.
Battery rating: 12V - 12 Ah
Read 2.4 (BATTERY) carefully.
6.14.1 FIRST-TIME INSTALLATION
!
Remove the battery from the motorcycle, see 7.1.7
(BATTERY REMOVAL).
CAUTION
Battery electrolyte fluid is toxic and caustic. It
contains sulphuric acid and can cause burns if
spilled on the skin.
Wear protective clothing, a face shield and/or
protective goggles when handling battery fluid.
If any battery fluid gets on your skin, rinse the
affected area with abundant fresh water.
If battery fluid is spilled into your eyes, flush with
abundant water for fifteen minutes and contact an
eye specialist immediately.
If battery fluid is swallowed accidentally, drink
abundant water or milk. Seek medical attention
immediately and keep drinking magnesia milk or
vegetable oil in the meantime.
The battery gives off explosive gases. Keep the
battery well away from any sources of ignition, such
as flames, sparks, or any heat sources. Do not
smoke near the battery.
Provide adequate ventilation when charging or using
the battery. Do not inhale the gases produced by the
battery under charging.
KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
Battery fluid is corrosive.
Avoid spillage. Take special care not to spill battery
fluid on plastic parts.
WARNING
Ensure that the electrolyte fluid you are using is the
suitable type for your battery.
!
Place the battery on a level surface.
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Peel off the self-adhesive seal (1).
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Take the electrolyte container out of the box. The
container has six cells (2) and is packed in a sealed bag.
!
Unpack the container (2).
NOTE
The container caps (3) double as battery cell
caps. Be sure to retain them and keep them handy.
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Take off the caps (3) from the top end of the container
(2).
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