Battery Maintenance; Battery Charging - Simplicity ZT2000 Series Operator's Manual

Adjustments and Service

Battery Maintenance

Cleaning the Battery and Cables
1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative cable first
(C, Figure 32).
2. Clean the battery terminals and cable ends with a wire
brush until shiny.
3. Reinstall the battery and reattach the battery cables,
positive cable first (A).
4. Coat the cable ends and battery terminals with petroleum
jelly or non-conducting grease.
5. Be sure to replace the terminal cover (B) over the positive
battery terminal.

Battery Charging

A dead battery or one too weak to start the engine may be the
result of a defect in the charging system or other electrical
component. If there is any doubt about the cause of the prob-
lem, see your dealer. If you need to replace the battery, follow
the steps under Cleaning the Battery & Cables in the
Maintenance Section.
To charge the battery, follow the instructions provided by the
battery charger manufacturer as well as all warnings included
in the safety section of this book. Remove the battery from the
rider and place on a level, non-concrete surface. Charge the
battery at 6-10 amps for 1 hour. Do not charge at a rate higher
than 10 amps.
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A
C
Figure 32. Battery Compartment
WARNING
Be careful when handling the battery. Keep flames and
sparks away from the battery.
When removing or installing battery cables, disconnect the
negative cable FIRST and reconnect it LAST. If not done in this
order, the positive terminal can be shorted to the frame by a
tool.
WARNING
Keep open flames and sparks away from the battery; the
gasses coming from it are highly explosive. Ventilate the
battery well during charging.
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