8-41 Periodic Maintenance and Adjustment
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Failure to handle batteries or battery
electrolyte carefully.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
You could be poisoned. You could be severely
burned by the sulfuric acid in battery
electrolyte. Batteries produce explosive
gases.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Always shield eyes when working near
batteries. Keep out of reach of children.
Antidote:
EXTERNAL: Flush with water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quantities of water or
milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten
egg or vegetable oil. Get prompt medical
attention.
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and get
prompt medical attention. Keep batteries
away from sparks, flames, cigarettes or other
sources of ignition. Ventilate when charging
or using in a closed space.
Battery maintenance
1. When the machine is not used for a month
or longer, remove the battery and store it in a
cool, dark place. Completely recharge the
battery before reinstallation.
CAUTION:
A special battery charger (constant
voltage/ampere or constant voltage) is
required for recharging a sealed-type battery.
Using a conventional battery charger may
shorten the battery life.
2. Always make sure the connections are
correct when putting the battery back in the
machine.
Fuse replacement
1.The main fuse and the fuse box are located
under the seat.