Honda V30 Magna VF500C Manual page 264

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15. BATTERY/CHARGING SYSTEM
SERVICE INFORMATION
TROUBLESHOOTING
BATTERY
CHARGING SYSTEM
SERVICE INFORMATION
GENERAL
.. Battery fluid level should be checked regularly. Fill with distilled water when necessary.
• Quick charge a battery only in an emergency; slow-charging is preferrred.
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• Remove the battery from the motorcycle for charging. If the battery must be charged on the motorcycle, disconnect the
battery cables.
Do not smoke or allow flames near a charging battery. The gas produced by a battery will explode if flames or sparks
are brought near.
• All charging system components can be tested on the motorcycle.
• Alternator removal is in Section 8.
SPECI F ICATIONS
Battery Capacity 12V 12AH
Specific gravity
1.280/20°C
(68°F)
Charging rate 1.2 amperes maximum
Alternator capacity
2,000 rpm 5,000 rpm
15.8A min. (No load) 18.5A min. (No load)
Voltage regulator
Transistorized non·adjustable regulator
Date of Issue: July, 1984
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