SET-UP
CAUTION:
If charging rate raises higher than
2.4 A reduce it immediately. If cell temperature
rises higher than 50°C (122°F) or if the casing
feels hot, discontinue charging temporarily or
reduce the charging rate.
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Test battery state of charge. Use a hydrometer
[1]. Specific gravity must be 1.265.
If electrolyte level has dropped after charging, fill
with distilled water to UPPER LEVEL line. After
water is added, continue charging for 1 to 2 hours
to mix water with electrolyte.
Reinstall caps and clean any electrolyte spillage
using a solution of baking soda and water.
NOTE:
Hand tighten caps then tighten an
additional 1/4 turn using a 20 mm (3/4 in) socket.
Using other tool could damage the plastic battery
caps.
WARNING
Battery electrolyte is caustic. To prevent
spillage, battery cell cap should be sufficiently
tight to properly seal.
Installation
Model(s): All
Secure RED positive cable to battery positive post
with:
– 1 hexagonal bolt,
– 1 flat washer and
– 1 nut, all from predelivery kit
(P/N 250 000 282).
Apply dielectric grease (P/N 293 550 004) on
positive battery post.
Cover positive battery post with rubber boot.
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NOTE:
On RXP models, RED positive cable [1]
must be installed at a 45° angle
while BLACK
negative cable [2] is still accepted at a 90° angle;
refer to photo.
Model(s): All
Secure BLACK negative cable to negative battery
post with:
– 1 hexagonal bolt,
– 1 flat washer and
– 1 nut, all from predelivery kit
(P/N 250 000 282).
Apply dielectric grease (P/N 293 550 004) on
negative battery post.
WARNING
Always connect battery cables exactly in this
specific order. Connect RED positive cable
first, then BLACK negative ground cable.
Secure battery with previously removed
– bracket,
– 2 flat washers and
– 2 nuts.
Install battery vent tube.
NOTE: GTI rental models comes with a sealed
battery. No vent tube installation is needed.
WARNING
Ensure vent tube is not kinked or obstructed.
Battery vent tube must be properly installed
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and secured with a locking tie
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