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[2005-2008] [TRX500 FA/FGA]
BATTERY/CHARGING SYSTEM
Set the temperature switch to "HIGH" or "LOW"
depending on the ambient temperature.
HIGH: 15°C (60°F) or higher
LOW: 15°C (60°F) or lower
Push in the appropriate test button for 3 seconds
For the first check,
and read the condition of the battery on the meter.
DO NOT charge the
TEST BUTTON
battery before
testing; test it in an
"as is" condition.
· To avoid damaging the tester, only test batteries
with an amperage rating of less than 30 Ah.
· Tester damage can result from overheating
when:
The test button is pushed in for more than 3
seconds.
The tester is used without being allowed to
cool for at least 1 minute when testing more
than one battery.
More than ten consecutive tests are performed
without allowing at least a 30-minute cool-
down period.
The result of a test on the meter scale is relative to
the amp. hour rating of the battery. Any battery
YELLOW (1)
reading in the green zone is OK. Batteries should
GREEN (+1, +2, +3)
RED (3, 2)
only be charged if they register in the YELLOW or
RED zone.
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