Recharging Operation - Suzuki DR650SE Shop Manual

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6·29 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
RECHARGING OPERATION
• Using the pocket tester, check the battery voltage. If the
voltage reading is less than the 12.0V (DC), recharge the
battery with a battery charger.
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CAUTION
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When recharging the battery, remove the battery from
the motorcycle.
NOTE:
Do not remove the caps on the battery top while recharging.
Recharging time: 4A for one hour or O.9A for 5 hours
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CAUTION
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Be careful not to permit the charging current to exceed
4A at any time.
• After recharging, wait for more than 30 minutes and check
the battery voltage with a pocket tester.
• If the battery voltage is less than the 12. 5V, recharge the
battery again.
• If battery voltage is still less than 12.5V, after recharg-
ing, replace the battery with a new one.
• When the motorcycle is not used for a long period, check
the battery every 1 month to prevent the battery dis-
charge.
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Charging period
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Battery charged condition

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