Honda INTERCEPTOR 2002 Service Manual page 560

For accurate test
Set the temperature switch to "HIGH " or "LOW"
results, be sure the
depending on the ambient temperature.
tester's cables and
cla-nps are m good
conditton and that a
secure connec/lon
can be made at the
battery.
For the f1rst check,
DO NOT charge the
battery before test-
ing; test it tn an
·as
is'
condttlon.
Push in the appropriate test button for 3 seconds
and read the condition of the battery on the meter.
To avoid damaging the tester, only test batteries
with an amperage rating of less than 30 Ah.
Tester damage can result from overheating when:
- The test button is pushed in for more than 3 sec-
onds.
- The tester is used w ithout being allowed to cool
for at least 1 minute when testing more than one
battery.
- More than 10 consecutive tests are performed
w ithout allowing at least a 30-minute cool-down
period .
BATTERY / CHARGING SYSTEM
u u
HIGH
15° C (60°F) or higher
LOW
15°C (60° F) or lowe r
TEST BUTTONS
The result of a test on the meter sca le is relative to
~=================~
the amp hour rating of the battery. ANY BA TIERY
READING IN THE GREEN ZONE IS OK. Batteries
should only be charged if they register in the YEL-
LOW or RED zone.
BATTERY CHARGING
Remove the battery (page 17-6).
• Clean the battery terminal s and posit ion the bat-
tery as far away from the charger as the leads
w ill perm it.
• Do not place batteries below the charger, gases
from the battery may corrode and damage the
charger.
• Do not place batteries on top of the charger. Be
sure the air vents are not blocked.
TOOL:
Christie battery charger MC1012/2 (U.S.A. only)
BLACK
GREEN
(+1 , +2, +3)
BATIERY
17-7