Battery - APRILIA PEGASO 650 IE - 2004 Manual

BATTERY

Carefully read p. 51 (MAINTENANCE).
WARNING
Risk of fire.
K e e p f u e l a n d o t h e r f l a m m a b l e
substances away from the electrical
components.
The electrolyte in the battery is toxic
and caustic and may cause burns on
contact with the skin as it contains
sulphuric acid. Wear protection clothes,
a face mask and/or goggles during
maintenance operations.
In case of contact with the skin, rinse
with plenty of water.
In case of contact with the eyes, wash
with large quantities of water for fifteen
minutes and consult an oculist without
delay.
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I f t h e e l e c t r o l y t e i s a c c i d e n t a l l y
swallowed, drink a lot of water or milk,
t h e n c o n t i n u e d r i n k i n g m i l k o f
magnesia or vegetable oil and consult a
doctor without delay.
The battery gives off explosive gases;
keep it away from flames, sparks,
cigarettes and any other source of heat.
During the recharging or the use, make
sure that the room is properly ventilated
and avoid inhaling the gases released
during the recharging.
KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
Do not incline the vehicle too much, in
order to avoid dangerous leaks of the
battery fluid.
CAUTION
Never invert the connection of the
battery cables.
Connect and disconnect the battery
with the ignition switch in position " ",
otherwise some components may be
damaged.
Connect first the positive cable (+) and
then the negative cable (–).
Disconnect following the reverse order.