Removing The Battery; Long Inactivaty Of The Battery - APRILIA Atlantic 500 Workshop Manual

Periodic Maintenance Operations

REMOVING THE BATTERY

• Remove the battery cover, see (REMOVING THE
BATTERY COVER).
• Remove the battery breather pipe (7).
• Remove the battery (8) from its seat by slightly
turning it to the right, as shown by the arrow.
• Disconnect first the negative (–) and then the
positive cable (+).
• Remove the battery (8) from its compartment and
put it on a flat surface, in a cool and dry place.
WARNING
Once it has been removed, the battery must be
stored in a safe place and kept away from children.
• Refit the battery cover, see (REMOVING THE
BATTERY COVER).
CAUTION
Handle with care to prevent the electrolyte leak-
age.

LONG INACTIVATY OF THE BATTERY

Read through the paragraphs BATTERY.
When the vehicle is to remain inactive for a long
period, remove the battery and place it in a cool and
dry place. Fully charge the battery with a slow re-
charge.
If the battery is left on the vehicle, disconnect the
cables from the terminals.
Check the charge periodically (about once a month)
during the winter or when the vehicle is left inactive, to
prevent the battery from deteriorating.
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