KTM 2012 505 SX, Owner'S Manual

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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13.2
Installing the battery
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Place the battery in the battery holder.
Battery (YTX5L-BS) ( p. 175)
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Reconnect rubber band
1
.
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Attach the positive (plus) cable and replace the plus pole cover
2
.
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Connect the negative (minus) cable
3
of the battery.
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Install the rear fender. ( p. 74)
13.3
Recharging the battery
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Warning
Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious chemical burns.
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Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
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Wear suitable protective clothing and goggles.
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Avoid contact with battery acid and battery gases.
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Keep the battery away from sparks or open flames. Charge only in well-ventilated areas.
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In the event of skin contact, rinse with large amounts of water. If battery acid gets in the eyes, rinse with water for at least 15
minutes and contact a physician.
Warning
Environmental hazard The battery contains elements that are harmful to the environment.
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Do not discard batteries with the household trash. Dispose of a defective battery in an environmentally compatible manner.
Give the battery to your KTM dealer or to a recycling center that accepts used batteries.