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PERIODIC SERVICE
(1) Plug
A Connect the charger positive terminal to the battery
positive terminal, and negative to the negative.
A When disconnecting the cable from the battery, start
with the negative terminal first.
When connecting the cable to the battery, start with
the positive terminal first.
If reversed, the contact of tools on the battery may
cause a short.
BDirection for long term storage
1. When storing the engine for long periods of time,
remove the battery, adjust the electrolyte to the
proper level, and store in a dry and dark place.
2. The battery naturally discharges while it is stored.
Recharge it once a month in summer, and every 2
months in winter.
ELECTRIC WIRING
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury:
C Shorting of electric cable or wiring
may cause a fire.
A Check to see if electric cables
and wiring are swollen, hardened
or cracked.
A Keep dust and water away from
all power connections.
Loose
wiring
make bad connections. Be sure
to repair them before starting the
engine.
Damaged wiring reduces the capacity of electrical parts.
Change or repair damaged wiring immediately.
(A) "HIGHEST LEVEL"
(B) "LOWEST LEVEL"
terminal
parts,
FAN BELT
BAdjusting Fan Belt Tension
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury:
A Be sure to stop the engine and
remove the key before checking the
belt tension.
A Be sure to reinstall the detached
safety shield after maintenance or
checking.
A deflection of between 7 to 9 mm
Proper fan belt
(0.28 to 0.35 in.) when the belt is
tension
pressed in the middle of the span.
1. Stop the engine and remove the key.
2. Apply moderate thumb pressure to belt between the
pulleys.
3. If tension is incorrect, loosen the alternator mounting
bolts and, using a lever placed between the
alternator and the engine block, pull the alternator
out until the deflection of the belt falls within
acceptable limits.
4. Replace fan belt if it is damaged.
A If belt is loosen or damaged and the fan is damaged,
it could result in overheats or insufficient charging.
Correct or replace belt.
(1) Fan belt
(A) 7 to 9 mm (0.28 to 0.35 in.)
(2) Bolt and nut
(under load of 10 kgf (22.1 lbs))
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