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Charging the battery (fig. 69)
Before charging the battery, it is best to remove it from the
motorcycle.
Remove the left-hand body panel (page 71), unscrew the
screw (1) and remove the mounting bracket (2). Always
disconnect the black negative terminal first, then the red
positive terminal (+).
Warning
The battery produces explosive gases: keep it away
from heat sources and flames.
Charge the battery in a well-ventilated area.
Connect the battery charger leads to the battery terminals:
red to positive terminal (+), black to negative terminal (-).
Important
Connect the battery to the charger before switching
on: failure to do so can result in sparking at the battery
terminals, which could ignite the gases inside the cells.
Always connect the red positive terminal (+) first.
Replace the battery in its holder (3), then connect the terminals.
Apply some grease on the fastening screws to improve the
conductivity and fasten the bracket (2) with the screw (1).
Warning
Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
Charge the battery at 0.9 A for 5 to 10 hours.
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3
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2
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fig. 69
