Battery/Charging System - Honda Hawk GT NT650 1988 Service Manual

15. BATTERY/CHARGING SYSTEM
SERVICE INFORMATION
TROUBLESHOOTING
BATTERY
SERVICE INFORMATION
GENERAL
• Battery charging
NOTE
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CHARGING SYSTEM
REGULATOR/RECTIFIER
ALTERNATOR
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Refer to the instructions in the Operation Manual for the Honda Battery Tester and Christie Battery Charger for detailed
battery charging steps.
After activation, the maintenance-free battery must be charged at the appropriate ampere-hour rating for the proper length of
time.
Set the Battery Amp. Hr. Selector Switch on the Christie Charger (#MC 1012/2) for the size of the battery being charged. Set
the Timer to the NEW BATT position and connect the battery clamps. When the timer reaches the "trickle" position, the
charging cycle is complete.
After charging, test the condition of the new battery using the Honda Battery Tester (#BM-21 0)
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refer to the Operation
Manual for complete details.
Battery charging/Testing equipment
The Christie Battery Charger (#MC1 012/2) is a constant current (amperage) type designed to produce current at a constant
rate for the duration of the charge, even if the voltage varies.
The Honda Battery Tester (#BM-21 0) puts a "load" on the battery so that the actual battery condition at the time of the load
can be measured.
This provides an accurate determination of the battery condition --- good (green). fair (yellow). or poor (red).
• Quick charge a battery only in an emergency. Slow-charging is preferred.
• Remove the battery from the motorcycle when charging. If the battery must be charged on the motorcycle, disconnect the
battery cables.
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• When inspecting the charging system, check the system components and lines step-by-step according to the trouble
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• The battery on this motorcycle is a sealed type. Do not try to remove the filler hole caps even during charging. Do not use a
non-sealed battery as a replacement.
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The battery generates hydorogen gas which can be highly explosive. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks near the battery,
expecially while charging it.
If the engine must be running to do some work, make sure the area is well-ventilated. Never run the engine in an enclosed area.
The exhaust contains posisonous carbon monoxide gas that may cause loss of consciousness and, lead to death.
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