Accumulator - Yamaha CYGNUS RS XC125E Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Accumulator
Disassembly of the accumulator
·
1.Remove the battery cover.

accumulator

2.Remove the negative terminal (-) and
positive terminal (+), and you can take
off the battery.
3.Clean the connector.
Use steel brush to clean the rust and
dirt on the connector, after coating thin
grease to the connector, assemble the
parts reversely.
CAUTION:
1.The accumulator equipped is free
of maintenance (do not need to add
water), you have to use the sealed
charger (constant voltage/current
value or constant voltage value)
specified for the accumulator,
otherwise, it will shorten the service
lift of accumulator.
2.Before using the battery for the
first time, you should charge it for
about 1-2 hours to extend the ser-
vice life.
connector
CAUTION:
1 1 1 1 1 Never attempt to remove the cov-
ers on the accumulator.
2 2 2 2 2 If the motorcycle will not be used
for more than 15 days, you should
charge the battery before riding.
3 3 3 3 3 If the motorcycle is always ser-
viced in low speed and short
distance, and will be started
frequently, you should check the
battery regularly and charge it if
necessary.
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WARNING
Electrolyte is poisonous and dan-
gerous and will cause severe burn
injury. It contains strong acid;
avoid any contact with skin, eyes
or clothing. In case of contact, the
procedure is as per following:
External: Flush with water. Internal:
Drink large amount of boiled water
or milk, and drink milk of magnesia,
eggs mixture or vegetable oil, and
promptly consult for medical atten-
tion immediately.
Eyes: Flush with water for 15 min-
utes and seek prompt medical
attention. Batteries may produce
explosive gases. Therefore, keep
fire source (sparks, flames,
cigarettes, etc.) away from batter-
ies and provide sufficient ventila-
tion when charging or using the
battery in an enclosed space. Take
care of your eyes while working
around the battery.
Anyway, keep children away from
battery.