Yamaha XV1600A1999 Service Manual page 120

CHECKING AND CHARGING THE BATTERY
Charging method using a constant voltage charger
YES
Charge the battery until the charging
voltage reaches 15 V.
Leave the battery unused for more
than 30 minutes before measuring its
open-circuit voltage.
12.8 V ! Charging is complete.
12.7 V ! Recharging is re-
12.0
quired.
Under 12.0 V ! Replace the battery.
Measure the open-circuit
voltage prior to charging.
Connect a charger and am-
meter to the battery and
start charging.
Is the amperage higher
than the standard charging
amperage written on the
battery?
NOTE:
Set the charging time to a maximum of
20 hours.
CAUTION:
Constant amperage chargers are not
suitable for charging MF batteries.
This type of battery charger cannot
charge an MF battery. A variable-
voltage charger is recommended.
Voltmeter
3-54
CHK
ADJ
NOTE:
Leave the battery unused for more than
30 minutes before measuring its open-
circuit voltage.
NO
Charger
Ammeter