Battery - Suzuki DF9,9 Service Manual

BATTERY

Inspect every 50 hours (3 months).

• Never expose battery to open flame or electric spark
as batteries generate gas which is flammable and
explosive.
• Battery acid is poisonous and corrosive. Avoid con-
tact with eyes, skin, clothing and painted surfaces.
If battery acid comes in contact with any of these,
flush immediately with large amounts of water.
If acid contacts the eyes or skin, get immediate med-
ical attention.
• Batteries should always be kept out of reach of chil-
dren.
• When checking or servicing battery, disconnect the
negative (black) cable. Be careful not to cause a
short circuit by allowing metal objects to contact
battery posts and motor at the same time.
• Wear approved eye protection.
Recommended battery:
12 V 35 AH (126 kC) or larger battery
CONNECTING BATTERY
Upon completion of the connection, lightly apply grease to the
battery terminals.
How to connect:
1. Connect the positive (+) terminal first.
2. Connect the negative (–) terminal second.
How to disconnect:
1. Disconnect the negative (–) terminal first.
2. Disconnect the positive (+) terminal second.

If the battery leads are loose, incorrectly connected or
reversed, the electrical system could be damaged.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 2-17