Battery Charging / Storage / Inspection - Victory Cross Roads Classic Service Manual

MAINTENANCE
Battery
This motorcycle is equipped with a maintenance free
battery which is located in front of the engine. DO NOT
remove cell caps or add distilled water to the battery.
Refer to Chapter 16 for battery and charging system
diagnostic procedures.
WARNING
Battery electrolyte is poisonous. It contains sulfuric
acid. Serious burns can result from contact with
skin, eyes or clothing. Antidote:
External: Flush with water.
Internal: Drink large quantities of water or milk.
Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg, or
vegetable oil. Call physician immediately.
Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes and get
prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep sparks,
flame, cigarettes, etc. away. Ventilate when
charging or using in an enclosed space. Always
shield eyes when working near batteries. KEEP
CHILDREN AWAY FROM BATTERY.
NOTICE
Whenever removing the battery, disconnect the
negative (black) cable first. When reinstalling the
battery, connect the negative (black) cable last.
Do not remove the battery cables while the engine
is running. Doing so may damage the Electronic
Control Unit (ECM).
Take great care not to reverse the battery leads
when installing the battery. Reverse power applied
to the ECM will damage it instantly.
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Battery Charging
Refer to See 'Battery Charging - General" on page 16.7.
Battery Storage
When the motorcycle is not used for periods of one month
or longer, charge the battery using the charging plug
harness or remove battery from motorcycle and charge it.
Store battery in a cool, dry place. (See Chapter 16).
Battery charging can create explosive gasses;
keep sparks, flames, cigarettes or anything that
could ignite the gasses away. Provide adequate
ventilation when charging in an enclosed space.
Batteries contain acid that is caustic.
protective clothing and a face shield or protective
eyewear when working with the battery. KEEP OUT
OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Battery Inspection
Battery terminals and connections should be kept free of
corrosion. If cleaning is necessary, remove the corrosion
with a stiff wire brush. Wash with a solution of one
tablespoon baking soda to one cup water. Rinse well with
tap water and dry off with clean rags. Coat terminals with
dielectric grease.
1. Visually inspect the exterior of the battery. Replace
battery if case damage is evident or if the case is
swollen, deformed or leaking electrolyte.
2. To remove corrosion, remove battery from motorcycle
and wash terminals with water and baking soda
solution. Clean terminals, bolts, and cable ends with a
brass wire brush. Apply a thin film of dielectric grease
to the terminal bolt threads.
3. Measure battery voltage.
Specification: 12.5Vdc minimum
4. If battery voltage is below 12.5 VDC, charge it
thoroughly (refer to page 16.7). Replace battery if it will
not accept a charge.
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