Battery Charging - Triumph Thruxton TFC 2019 Owner's Handbook Manual

Maintenance and Adjustment
Allowing a battery to discharge or
leaving it discharged for even a short
period of time causes sulphation of
the lead plates. Sulphation is a normal
part of the chemical reaction inside
the battery, however over time the
sulphate can crystallize on the plates
making recovery difficult or impossible.
This permanent damage is not covered
by the motorcycle warranty, as it is not
due to a manufacturing defect.
Keeping the battery
reduces the likelihood of it freezing
in cold conditions. Allowing a battery
to freeze will cause serious internal
damage to the battery.

Battery Charging

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.
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fully charged
ATTENTION
Do not use an automotive quick
charger as it may overcharge and
damage the battery.
For help with
charger, checking the battery voltage
or battery charging, contact your local
authorized Triumph dealer.
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
(beyond two weeks) the battery should
be removed from the motorcycle and
kept charged using a Triumph approved
maintenance charger.
Similarly, should the battery charge
fall to a level where it will not start the
motorcycle, remove the battery from
the motorcycle before charging.
Caution
selecting a battery
approved battery
periods of storage