Yamaha EF3000iSE New Model Manual page 28

I Handling Instructions
Q WARNING:
Please read the handling instructions provided with the battery before use to ensure proper use of the
battery.
Instructions at Start of Use
1. Requests Before Using
8 This battery is a sealed, non-spillable battery. Since performance following activation decreases, do not
peel off the filler port seal (cap strip) that seals the battery filler ports until just before use.
8 Store the battery in a cool, dry location not subjected to direct sunlight. Failure to do so can cause a
decrease in performance.
8 Store the electrolyte container provided with the battery out of the reach of children.
2. Filling Procedure (Preparations)
Caution:
Fill the battery according to the procedure described
below after confirming that the battery type of and type
of electrolyte provided match. Failure to use the proper
electrolyte can result in leakage of battery fluid.
Important:
Check that the sealing plug is present. The sealing plug
is provided to also serve as a protective cap for the filler
ports of the electrolyte container.
(Procedure)
Important:
8 The capacity and lifetime of the sealed MF bat-
tery are greatly affected by the amount of elec-
trolyte. Thus, confirm that the entire amount of
electrolyte has been added during filling.
8 Follow the handling instructions provided with
the electrolyte (shown at right) when filling the
battery with electrolyte.
3. Battery Installation
Securely connect the battery to the lead wires of your vehicle while being careful not to mistake the (+)
and (-) poles of the battery. Particular caution is required during connection since incorrect connection can
damage the electrical system of your vehicle.
Electrolyte Filling Procedure
8
Always make sure to remove the battery from the vehicle before filling with electrolyte.
IMPORTANT
8
Only use electrolyte that is compatible with the type of battery being used.
1
Battery Preparation
Place the battery at a level
location and take off the
filler port seal.
Filler port seal
2
Electrolyte Preparation
Take the electrolyte out of the plastic bag
and remove the com-
bination cover and
sealing plug (used
to cover the
battery).
Combination
cover and
sealing plug
CAUTION: Do not peel off the seals
or poke holes in them with
a sharp object.
3
Filling of Battery
Invert the electrolyte container
and press the six seals straight
down onto the filler ports to
break the seals and allow
the battery to be filled with
electrolyte. To ensure that
at the seals are inserted com-
pletely into the filler ports,
press down on the filling
ports firmly in a single stroke.
Bubbles will come up from at least one of the
three filler ports on the left and right sides, and
electrolyte will begin to enter the battery.
CAUTION: Electrolyte will not flow properly into
the battery if the electrolyte container
is positioned on an angle.
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4
Confirmation of Filling
After confirming that bubbles are coming up
from at least one of the three filler ports on the
left and right sides, allow the container to re-
main in position on the battery for at least 20
Filler
minutes.
port
Bubbles
CAUTION: When there are no bubbles coming up
from at least one of the filler ports on
the left and right sides, tap the bottom
of the container two or three times (with-
out removing the container). Bubbles
will come up from one of the filler ports
Seals
and electrolyte will enter the battery.
Never cut the connect-
Needle
ing sections of the
electrolyte container.
5
Confirmation of Completion of
Filling and Removal of Container
Confirm whether or not all of the electrolyte
has been added to the battery, and if there
is any electrolyte remaining, tap on the bot-
tom of the container as previously described.
Once filling has been completed, gently pull
out the container.
6
Attachment of Sealing Plug
Fit the combination cover and sealing plug (cap
strip) into the filler ports, and after confirming
that each end of the sealing plug is inserted
into a filler port, completely insert the sealing
plug until it reaches the same height as the top
of the battery. Sealing plug (also used to as a cap
strip to cover the electrolyte container)
Push in equally with both hands
Never remove the sealing plug to add water or ele-
ctrolyte once this procedure has been completed.