Activating The Battery - APRILIA pegaso 650 i.e. Service Manual

Pegaso 650 I.E.
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When changing batteries, replace with a battery of the
same type, see 1.5 (TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS)
Carefully read 2.3 (BATTERY).

6.15.1 ACTIVATING THE BATTERY

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Remove the battery, see 7.1.8 (REMOVING THE BAT-
TERY).
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WARNING
The electrolyte in the battery is toxic and caustic and
may cause burns on contact with the skin as it con-
tains sulphuric acid.
Wear protective clothing, a face mask and/or goggles
during service 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.
If the liquid is accidentally swallowed, drink large
amounts of water or milk, then continue drinking milk
of magnesia or vegetable oil and promptly call a doc-
tor.
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.
Release 00/2002-02
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