PIAGGIO X9 Service Station Manual page 130

Battery (12V-12Ah)
Caution 4 - Battery electrolyte is poisonous and can
cause serious burns as it contains sulphuric acid. Avoid
contact with the eyes, the skin and garments. In case of
contact with the eyes or skin rinse abundantly with
waterfor about 15 minutes and seek immediate medical
assistance. If the liquid is ingested immediately drink
large quantities of water or milk. Subsequently drink
milk of magnesia, beaten egg or vegetable oil. Call a
doctor without delay.
Batteries produce explosive gases.
Keep away open flames, sparks and cigarettes. When
a battery is charged in closed places ensure adequate
ventilation. Always protect the eyes when working in the
proximity of batteries. Position the tube between the
mudguard and the filter.
Keep out of reach of children.
Installing charged-dry batteries
1 ) - Remove the short closed tube and the plugs. Fill
the cells to the upper level with battery acid, spe-
cific gravity 1.26 corresponding to 30° Bé at 15°C.
2) - Leave the battery to stand for about 2 hours and
then top up once again with battery acid.
3) - Within 24 hours use battery charger 020333y (sin-
gle) or 020334y (multiple) to charge the battery at
approximately 1/10 capacity until the voltage
reaches approximately 2.7V on each cell with
specific gravity of about 1.27 corresponding to 31 °
Bé (stable values). The battery should be charged
for between 15 and 20 hours.
4) - When the battery is fully charged, top up with
distilled water, refit the plugs and clean the bat-
tery case.
5) - After completing the above operations, install the
battery on the vehicle. Observe the connections
described in point 3) of the heading Battery re-
charge.
| - After installing the battery and in order to
provide a vent for the gases forming inside it, replace
the short closed tube next to the positive (+) terminal
with the corresponding long open tube which is present
on the vehicle.
Check that the tube slots are turned to the battery side.
Battery maintenance
The battery is the electrical component which requires
the most constant care and accurate maintenance. The
main maintenance rules are as follows:
Checking the electrolyte level
Frequently check that the electrolyte reaches the upper
level. To top up, only use distilled water.
If you need to top up the battery too frequently, check
the vehicle electrical equipment as the battery is cer-
tainly working in overload conditions, which will lead to
rapid deterioration.
Removal and installation
- Lift the saddle.
- Remove the rear lamp cluster and the rear cover.
- Disconnect the battery negative (-) cable first and
then the positive (+) cable.
- Remove the battery strap and pull out the battery.
- To reinstall the battery, follow the same steps in
reverse order.
Electrical equipment
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