Battery; Battery Disposal; Battery Removal; Battery Installation - Triumph Rocket III Classic Service Manual

Battery
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 (electrolyte). Contact
with skin or eyes may cause severe burns. Wear
protective clothing and a face shield.
If electrolyte gets on your skin, flush with water
immediately.
If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush with water for at
least 15 minutes and SEEK MEDICAL ATIENTION
IMMEDIATELY.
If electrolyte is swallowed, drink large quantities of water
and SEEK MEDICAL ATIENTION IMMEDIATELY.
KEEP ELECTROLYTE OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
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 Disposal
Should the battery ever require replacement, the original
battery must be handed to a recycling agent who will
ensure that the dangerous substances from which the
battery is manufactured do not pollute the environment.
Battery Removal
1. Remove the seat (see page 17-17 for Rocket III and
Classic, see page 17-18 for Rocket III Touring).
2. Rocket III and Classic only: Lift up the tool box at
its front edge and pivot it towards the rear of the
motorcycle.
3. Remove the battery strap.
4. Disconnect the battery leads, negative (black) lead
first.
Electrical System
Ensure 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.
5. Take the battery out of the case.
1. Battery
2. Battery strap
3. Positive (red) terminal
4. Negative terminal
Battery Installation
Ensure 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.
1. Place the battery in the battery case.
2. Reconnect the battery, positive (red) lead first.
3. Apply a light coat of grease to the terminals to
prevent corrosion.
4. Cover the positive terminal with the protective cap.
5. Refit the battery strap.
6. Rocket III and Classic only: Lower the tool kit tray
into place.
Z Refit the rider's seat (see page 17-17 for Rocket III
and Classic, see page 17-18 for Rocket III Touring).
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