Electrical System; Checking And Charging The Battery - Yamaha BT1100 2002 Service Manual

CHECKING AND CHARGING THE BATTERY

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

CHECKING AND CHARGING THE BATTERY
Batteries generate explosive hydrogen gas
and contain electrolyte which is made of poi-
sonous and highly caustic sulfuric acid.
Therefore, always follow these preventive
measures:
• Wear protective eye gear when handling or
• Charge batteries in a well-ventilated area.
• Keep batteries away from fire, sparks or
• DO NOT SMOKE when charging or handling
• KEEP BATTERIES AND ELECTROLYTE OUT
• Avoid bodily contact with electrolyte as it
First aid in case of bodily contact:
External
• SKIN – Wash with water.
• EYES – Flush with water for 15 minutes and
Internal
Drink large quantities of water or milk fol-
lowed with milk of magnesia, beaten egg or
vegetable oil. Get immediate medical atten-
tion.
• This is a sealed battery. Never remove the
• Charging time, charging amperage and
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WARNING
working near batteries.
open flames (e.g., welding equipment, light-
ed cigarettes).
batteries.
OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
can cause severe burns or permanent eye
injury.
get immediate medical attention.
CAUTION:
sealing caps because the balance between
cells will not be maintained and battery per-
formance will deteriorate.
charging voltage for a MF battery are differ-
ent from those of conventional batteries.
The MF battery should be charged as
explained in the charging method illustra-
tions. If the battery is overcharged, the elec-
trolyte level will drop
Therefore, take special care when charging
the battery.
INSP
ADJ
considerably.