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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 16-27
Battery
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Check the electrolyte flow.
If no air bubbles [A] are coming up from the filler ports, or
if the container cells have not emptied completely, tap the
container [B] a few times.
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Keep the container in place for 20 minutes or more. Don’t
remove the container from the battery until it’s empty, the
battery requires all the electrolyte from the container for
proper operation.
CAUTION
Removal of the container before it is completely
empty can shorten the service life of the battery. Do
not remove the electrolyte container until it is com-
pletely empty and 20 minutes have elapsed.
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Gently remove the container from the battery.
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Let the battery sit for 30 minutes prior to charging to allow
the electrolyte to permeate into the plates for optimum
performance.
NOTE
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Charging the battery immediately after filling can
shorten service life. Let the battery sit for at least 30
minutes after filling.
Initial Charge
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Place the strip [A] of caps loosely over the filler ports.
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Newly activated sealed batteries require an initial charge.
Standard Charge: 1.2 A × 5 ∼ 10 hours
If using a recommended battery charger, follow the
charger’s instructions for newly activated s ealed battery.
Kawasaki-recommended chargers:
Optimate III
Yuasa 1.5 Amp Automatic Charger
Battery Mate 150-9
If the above chargers are not available, use equivalent
one.
NOTE
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Charging rates will vary depending on how long the
battery has been stored, temperature, and the type of
charger used. Let battery sit 30 minutes after initial
charge, then check voltage using a voltmeter. If it is
not at least 12.8 volts, repeat charging cycle.
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