Raider 40, Assembly Manual

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Raider 40 Manual Military version
3.9 Electrical System
The Raider 40 Electrical system is very straight forward. For the user the secondary starting process is the built
in self starter which consists of a protected starter button supported by a small lightweight battery.
3.8.1 Battery.
The Raider battery should be removed when not used. To maintain use it must be charged every six months.
Prior to mission check to insure the battery voltage is not lower than 12.8 V. This battery is completely sealed
and requires no topping of any fluid. Never attempt to open the battery. Short cranking of the Raider 40 is
recommended. DO NOT attempt to continuously crank the battery more than 5 times.
Battery Installation requires removing cowling; place battery on platform in engine front. The battery has a
hole underneath that will match the extended pin. Place in position and install a Velcro strap. Connect the
battery cable to the cable inside the motor pan. To remove do the process in reverse.
Storage. Battery should be stored with 70 percent charge level. Store in dry cool location away from rain,
furnaces of other heat sources.
The electric start function is considered a secondary starting method.
NEVER use battery to dewater engine as this will cause critical internal damage to the engine when the piston
tries to quickly push water out of dewatering valves. This will potentially destroy the internal parts of the
engine.