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Never invert the connection of the battery
cables.
Do not incline the vehicle too much, in order
to avoid dangerous leaks of the battery fluid.
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Connect and disconnect the battery with the
ignition switch in position "
Connect first the positive cable (+) and then
the negative cable (–).
Disconnect following the reverse order.
To check the battery (1), remove the engine compart-
ment cover.
Make sure that the fluid level is included between the
two "MIN" and "MAX" notches stamped on the battery
side.
If necessary, top up by adding distilled water.
To recharge, disconnect the cables, extract the battery
from its container and remove the element plugs.
A recharge with an amperage equal to 1/10th of the bat-
tery capacity is recommended.
After the recharging operation, check the electrolyte lev-
el again and if necessary top up with distilled water.
Tighten the element plugs.
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Always connect the battery breather pipe, to
prevent the sulphuric acid vapours from
corroding the electric system, painted parts,
rubber elements or gaskets when they exit the
breather pipe itself.
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If the vehicle remains unused for a long period, remove
the battery and place it in a cool and dry place.
Recharge it completely, by using a trickle charge.
If the battery remains on the vehicle, disconnect the ca-
bles from the terminals.
It is important to check the charge periodically (about
once a month), during the winter or when the vehicle re-
mains unused, in order to prevent the deterioration of the
battery.
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