MAINTENANCE
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Battery Maintenance
The lithium-ion battery is a sealed
battery.
To help maintain the lithium-ion battery,
do the following:
Disconnect
▼
-negative
the motorcycle is in storage or
used
infrequently.
recommended
charger to maintain the battery.
If the battery is left for a period of
▼
time, check the voltage. If it is lower
than 12.4 Volts, recharge the battery
as described on page 150.
Clean the battery using a clean, dry
▼
cloth.
Make sure the battery terminals are
▼
clean and securely fastened.
Regularly
▼
terminals for any residue. Make
sure they are clean and free from
moisture as this will ensure that the
transfer of energy from the battery
is consistent.
Battery Storage
To store a lithium-ion battery correctly,
do the following:
Always
▼
approximately 100% state of charge.
Always make sure that the charge
▼
state of the battery is monitored
continuously
periods of time, so it does not fully
discharge.
Always store the battery in a clean,
▼
dry and ventilated area.
Always store the battery away from
▼
heat and fire.
the
battery
(black
lead)
first,
Or
use
lithium-ion
check
the
store
the
battery
if
left
for
Never allow the battery to come
▼
into contact with any corrosive
substance.
Battery Disposal
A lithium-ion battery, no matter how
cables,
well maintained will reach a point where
if
it needs to be replaced. If so, fully
discharge the battery before disposing
the
of the battery in the correct procedure.
battery
Lithium-ion batteries are regarded as
Class 9 hazardous products.
DO
NOT
battery.
DO NOT crush a lithium-ion battery.
DO NOT break open a lithium-ion
battery.
battery
DO NOT dispose of a lithium-ion
battery in usual household waste.
DO NOT bury a lithium-ion battery in
the ground.
DO NOT send a damaged lithium-ion
battery by post or carrier.
Failure to do so may lead to a serious
environmental issue, personal injury or
death.
at
long
Warning
incinerate
a
lithium-ion