wsm L3301 Workshop Manual page 56

L3301, L3901, L4701, WSM
Checking Battery Condition
DANGER
To avoid the possibility of battery explosion:
For the refillable type battery, follow the instructions below.
• Do not use or charge the refillable type battery if the fluid
level is below the LOWER (lower limit level) mark.
Otherwise, the battery component parts may prematurely
deteriorate, which may shorten the battery's service life or
cause an explosion. Check the fluid level regularly and add
distilled water as required so that the fluid level is between
the UPPER and LOWER levels.
CAUTION
• Never remove the battery cap while the engine is running.
• Keep electrolyte away from eyes, hands and clothes. If you
are spattered with it, wash it away completely with water
immediately and get medical attention.
• Keep open sparks and flames away from the battery at all
times. Hydrogen gas mixed with oxygen becomes very
explosive.
• Wear eye protection and rubber gloves when working
around battery.
NOTE
• The factory-installed battery is of non-refillable type. If the
indicator turns white, do not charge the battery but replace
it with new one.
• Mishandling the battery shortens the service life and adds
to maintenance costs.
• The original battery is maintenance free, but needs some
servicing.
If the battery is weak, the engine will be difficult to start and
the lights will be dim. It is important to check the battery
periodically.
 How to read the indicator
Check the battery condition by reading the indicator.
State of indicator display
Specific gravity of electrolyte and quality of electrolyte
Green
are both in good condition.
Black Needs charging battery.
White Needs replacing battery.
(1) Battery
Battery Cable Connections
1. Be sure to wire the battery cable as shown in the figure.
2. Tighten the terminal until the stopper comes in contact.
(1) Negative Cable
(2) Positive Cable
(3) Terminal
(4) Stopper
G-32
GENERAL
(2) Indicator
9Y1211012GEG0083US0
(A) Correct
(B) Incorrect
9Y1211012GEG0057US0
KiSC issued 09, 2016 A