BOMBARDIER SEA-DOO GS 5626 1998, Shop Manual

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Section 08 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subsection 03 (CHARGING SYSTEM)
08-03-7
4. Readjust the electrolyte level to the UPPER
LEVEL line.
1. Battery electrolyte
2. Upper level line
5. Connect a 2 A battery charger for 3 to 5 hours.
Step : C lead to b post
Step : Connect - lead to battery - post
Step : Plug battery charger
6. Disconnect battery charger.
Step : Unplug battery charger
Step : Disconnect - lead
Step : Disc lead
7. Test battery state of charge. Use a hydrometer.
1. Specific gravity 1.265
8. If electrolyte level has dropped after charging,
fill with distilled water to UPPER LEVEL line. Af-
ter water is added, continue charging for 1 to 2
hours to mix water with electrolyte.
9. Reinstall caps and clean any electrolyte spillage
using a solution of baking soda and water.
Charging a Used Battery
For best results, battery should be charged when
the electrolyte and the plates are at room temper-
ature. A battery that is cold may not accept cur-
rent for several hours after charging begun.
-
CAUTION
If charging rate raises higher than 2.4 A re-
duce it immediately. If cell temperature rises
higher than 50
°
C (122
°
F) or if the casing feels
hot, discontinue charging temporarily or re-
duce the charging rate.
◆
WARNING
Always charge in a well ventilated area. Al-
ways turn battery charger off prior to discon-
necting cables.
A17E0RB
1
2
A17E0IA
- +
2 1
3
1
2
3
◆
WARNING
Never charge battery while installed in wa-
tercraft.
A17E0IB
-
+
1
3 2
1
2
3
A17E0JA
1