Suzuki FL125S, Service Manual

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 6-37
SERVICING
Visually inspect the surface of the battery container. If any signs
of cracking or electrolyte leakage from the sides of the battery
have occurred, replace the battery with a new one. If the battery
terminals are found to be coated with rust or an acidic white
powdery substance, clean the battery terminals with sandpaper.
RECHARGING OPERATION
• Using the multi-circuit tester, check the battery voltage. If the
voltage reading is 12.0 V (DC) or less, recharge the battery
with a battery charger.
A
Charging period
B
Stop charging
#
Recharging time: 3 A for 0.5 hour or 0.4 A for 5 to 10 hours
#
• After recharging, wait for 30 minutes or more and check the
battery voltage with a multi-circuit tester.
• If the battery voltage is 12.5 V or less, recharge the battery
again.
• If battery voltage is still 12.5 V or less after recharging,
replace the battery with a new one.
• When the motorcycle is not used for a long period, check the
battery every 1 month to prevent the battery discharge.
REMOVAL
• Open the seat. (
$
5-5)
• Remove the battery cover. (
$
6-9)
• Remove the battery.
NOTE:
First, disconnect the
-
battery lead wire.
REMOUNTING
Remount the battery in the reverse order of removal.
* When recharging the battery, remove the battery
from the motorcycle.
* Do not remove the caps on the battery top while
recharging.
Be careful not to permit the charging current to
exceed 5 A at any time.
(V)
(at 0 – 40 ˚C)
14
13
12
11
10
100
Battety charged condition
75 50 25 0 (%)