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If the battery will be stored for more than two
months, check the specific gravity of the electro-
lyte at least once a month and fully charge the
battery whenever necessary.
NOTICE
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Always keep the battery charged. Storing a
discharged battery can cause permanent
battery damage.
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Do not leave or store the battery on its side.
To install the battery
TIP
Be sure the battery is fully charged.
1. Install the battery.
2. Connect the positive lead first, and then con-
nect the negative lead.
NOTICE:
When in-
stalling the battery, the main switch must
be off, and the positive lead must be con-
nected before the negative lead.
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3. Make sure that the breather hose is properly
routed, in good condition, and not obstructed.
NOTICE:
If the breather hose is positioned
in such a way that the frame is exposed to
electrolyte or gas expelled from the bat-
tery, the frame could suffer structural and
external damages.
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1. Battery
2. Negative battery lead (black)
3. Positive battery lead (red)
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