Battery Installation - Triumph T120 Owner's Manual

Warning
The battery gives off explosive gases;
keep sparks, flames and cigarettes
away. Provide adequate ventilation
when charging or using the battery in
an enclosed space.
The battery contains sulfuric acid
(battery acid). Contact with skin or
eyes may cause severe burns. Wear
protective clothing and a face shield.
If battery acid gets on your skin, flush
with water immediately.
If battery acid gets in your eyes, flush
with water for at least 15 minutes and
SEEK MEDICAL
IMMEDIATELY.
If battery acid is swallowed, drink large
quantities of water and SEEK MEDICAL
ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY.
KEEP BATTERY ACID OUT OF THE
REACH OF CHILDREN.
Caution
Do not use an automotive quick
charger as it may overcharge and
damage the battery.
Should the battery Voltage fall below
12.7 Volts, the battery should be charged
using a Triumph
charger. Always remove the battery
from the motorcycle and follow the
instructions supplied with the battery
charger.
For extended periods of storage (beyond
two weeks) the battery should be
removed from the motorcycle and kept
charged using a Triumph approved
maintenance charger.
ATTENTION
approved battery
Similarly, should the battery charge fall
to a level where it will not start the
motorcycle, remove the battery from
the motorcycle before charging.

Battery Installation

Warning
Make sure that the battery terminals
do not touch the motorcycle frame as
this may cause a short circuit or spark,
which would ignite battery gases
causing a risk of personal injury.
Street Twin and Bonneville T120
Place the battery in the battery case.
Re-install the USB port socket and
secure with the battery strap.
Reconnect the battery, positive lead
(identified with red tape) first.
Apply a light coat of grease to the
terminals to prevent corrosion.
Cover the positive terminal with the
protective cap.
Place the ECM unit in its original
position.
Reconnect the brake/tail light and
accessory cables.
Re-install the fixing to secure the ECM
unit.
Re-install the seat (see page 56).
Maintenance
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