Check indicator (A) shown in the right figure.
Red or white indicates a low electrolyte level
or low charge. Take appropriate measures so
that the indicator is displayed in blue.
1. Ventilation cap
2. Terminal
3. Terminal cover
A. Indicator
B. Vent hole
C. Blue
D. Red
E. White
F. (Upper limit)
G. (Lower limit)
H. Good
I. Low electrolyte level
J. Low charge
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4.13
50 HOUR INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
Thoroughly read and understand "1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS" of this manual before performing the
inspection and maintenance.
Follow this section together with 8-hour (daily) inspection and maintenance described in Chapter 4.
4.13.1
INSPECTING AND MAINTAINING BATTERY
Perform the inspection earlier in summertime as the battery electrolyte decreases faster due to high
temperature.
If the battery with a low electrolyte level is used continuously, it will become unusable. Check the
electrolyte level periodically, and if it is lower than the specified level, supply distilled water before
starting the engine (before charging).
INSPECTING AND MAINTAINING BATTERY
Wear protective glasses, long-sleeve shirt and rubber gloves when handling or servicing batteries.
Do not bring a fire near the battery, or the combustible hydrogen gas generated by the battery may
cause explosion.
If the dilute sulfuric acid in the battery is splashed onto the skin or into the the eyes, it causes
burns or blindness. At such case, immediately wash the skin or eyes with sufficient clean water, and
ask a special doctor to treat it as soon as possible.
Before performing inspection and maintenance on the battery, be sure to stop the engine.
When removing the battery terminal, remove the ground side (negative terminal) first and conversely,
when attaching the battery terminal, attach the ground side last.
Do not put tools and hardware on the protective cover at installed on the battery upper section.
It may cause a short circuit resulting in a fire or explosion.
Indicator
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