Maintenance
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Battery
Warning
Under some circumstances, the
battery can give off explosive gases;
keep sparks, flames and cigarettes
away. Provide adequate ventilation
when charging or using the battery in
an enclosed space.
The battery contains sulphuric acid
(battery acid). Contact with skin or
eyes may cause severe burns. Wear
protective clothing and a face shield.
If battery acid gets on your skin, flush
with water immediately.
If battery acid gets in your eyes, flush
with water for at least 15 minutes and
SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY.
If battery acid is swallowed, drink large
quantities of water and SEEK MEDICAL
ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY.
KEEP BATTERY ACID OUT OF THE
REACH OF CHILDREN.
Warning
The battery contains harmful materials.
Always keep children away from the
battery whether or not it is fitted in the
motorcycle.
Do not attach jump leads to the
battery, touch the battery cables
together or reverse the polarity of the
cables as any of these actions may
cause a spark which would ignite
battery gases causing a risk of
personal injury.
Battery Removal
Warning
Before starting work, ensure the
motorcycle is stabilised and adequately
supported. This will help prevent it
from falling and causing injury to the
operator or damage to the motorcycle.
Warning
Make sure that the battery terminals
do not touch the motorcycle frame as
this may cause a short circuit or spark,
which would ignite battery gases
causing a risk of personal injury.
To remove the battery:
• Remove the fixing securing the
battery cover strap and remove the
lower strap.
L0125
1
2
1.
Battery cover
2. Fixing
