Yamaha 2004 Rhino 660 YXR660FAS, Service Manual

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CHECKING AND CHARGING THE BATTERY
Charging method using a constant voltage charger
Measure the open-circuit
voltage prior to charging.
Connect a charger and
ammeter to the battery and
start charging.
Is the amperage higher
than the standard charging
amperage written on the
battery?
Charge the battery until the charging
voltage reaches 15 V.
Leave the battery unused for more than 30
minutes before measuring its open-circuit
voltage.
12.8 V
→
Charging is complete.
12.0
~
12.7 V
→
Recharging is required.
Under 12.0 V
→
Replace the battery.
This type of battery charger cannot
charge an MF battery. A variable
voltage charger is recommended.
Charger
Ammeter
Voltmeter
NOTE:
Leave the battery unused for
more than 30 minutes before
measuring its open-circuit volt-
age.
NOTE:
Set the charging time to a max-
imum of 20 hours.
YES NO
Constant amperage chargers
are not suitable for charging MF
batteries.
CAUTION: