BMW 2004 R 1200 ST, Rider'S Manual

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• Do not attempt to recharge a
completely flat battery via
the on-board socket;
instead, disconnect the bat-
tery from the on-board sys-
tem and connect the charger
directly to the battery termi-
nals.
• Comply with the operating
instructions of the charger.
Attempting to charge a
completely flat battery via
the on-board socket can
cause damage to the motorcy-
cle's electronics.
If the battery is completely flat
it must always be recharged
directly at the terminals.
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Your authorised BMW
motorcycle dealer will be
happy to provide information
on suitable chargers.
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If the battery is only partially
discharged, it can be re-
charged via the on-board
socket.
• If electrical accessories are
connected to a second on-
board socket
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, disconnect
them before connecting the
charger.
• Switch on the ignition.
• Plug the charger into the on-
board socket. Comply with
the operating instructions of
the charger.
• Switch off the ignition.
The motorcycle's on-
board electronics know
when the battery is fully
charged. The on-board socket
is switched off when this hap-
pens.
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If you are unable to
charge the battery via the
power socket, you may be us-
ing a charger that is not com-
patible with your motorcycle's
electronics. If this happens,
disconnect the battery from
the on-board systems and
connect the charger directly to
the battery.
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Charging battery when
disconnected
The battery has to be re-
charged at regular inter-
vals in the course of a lengthy
period of disuse.
See the instructions for caring
for your battery. Always fully
recharge the battery before
restoring it to use.
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