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2002 Buell S3T: Maintenance 1-11
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BATTERY 1.3
GENERAL
Buell motorcycle batteries are permanently sealed, mainte-
nance-free, valve-regulated, lead/calcium and sulfuric acid
batteries. The batteries are shipped pre-charged and ready to
be put into service. Do not attempt to open these batteries for
any reason.
1
WARNING
1
WARNING
All batteries contain electrolyte. Electrolyte is a sulfuric
acid solution that is highly corrosive and can cause
severe chemical burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes,
and clothing. Avoid spillage. Always wear protective
face shield, rubberized gloves and protective clothing
when working with batteries. A warning label is attached
to the top of the battery. See Figures 1-1 and 1-2. Never
remove warning label from battery. Failure to read and
understand all precautions contained in warning label
before performing any service on batteries could result
in death or serious injury.
BATTERY TESTING
Voltmeter Test
See Table 1-5. The voltmeter test provides a general indicator
of battery condition. Check the voltage of the battery to verify
that it is in a 100% fully charged condition. If the open circuit
(disconnected) voltage reading is below 12.6V, charge the
battery and then recheck the voltage after the battery has set
for one to two hours. If the voltage reading is 12.8V or above,
perform the load test described in Section 7.
Table 1-4. Battery Electrolyte Antidotes
CONTACT SOLUTION
External Flush with water
Internal
Drink large quantities of milk or water, fol-
lowed by milk of magnesia, vegetable oil or
beaten eggs. Call doctor immediately.
Eyes
Flush with water, get immediate medical
attention.
Figure 1-1. Warning Label on Maintenance-Free Battery
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Figure 1-2. Battery Warning Label
Contents
are Corrosive.
Wear
Safety Glasses.
Contents
are Explosive.
Keep
Flames Away.
Read
Instructions.
Keep Away
From Children.
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