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Maintenance 7-15
Check/replenish battery
electrolyte
Note: In normal climates this must be
carried out at least once a year. In hot
weather/climates the electrolyte level
must be checked at least every three
months.
Open the bonnet and remove the battery
cover.
Unscrew the six cell plugs. Check that the
electrolyte is level with the plastic level
indicator (A). If necessary, replenish with
distilled water but do not overfill.
If illumination is required, use a
hand-held flashlight to inspect the
electrolyte level.
Refit the six cell plugs and refit the
battery cover.
Battery charging
!
WARNING:
Batteries produce combustible gas
(hydrogen) when being charged. The
battery must be removed from the
vehicle before charging commences.
To disconnect the battery, refer to battery
lead disconnection on the next page.
When charging the battery ensure that
the charge voltage is the same as the
nominal voltage of the battery.
Switch off the charger before connecting
or disconnecting terminal connections to
avoid sparks and short circuits.
Ensure that the charger positive (+) lead
is connected to the positive (+) terminal
of the battery and the negative (–) lead is
connected to the negative (–) terminal of
the battery.
Do not remove or loosen any of the cell
plugs when charging the battery.
Check, and if necessary replenish, the
electrolyte level when the battery is fully
charged.