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How to maintain and inspect the battery:
Proper handling of the battery will lead to maximum performance. Mishandling of the battery
may result in reduced battery life or a serious accident.
Rehydration and replenishment of battery fluid:
■ How to rehydrate:
Check the electrolyte level each day before operation. Even if not used, check the electrolyte
level once a month. If the fluid level drops more than halfway between upper and lower level
indicators replenish with
distilled water
to the upper level indicator.
Electrolyte level cannot be below the lower level. It causes short battery life,
overheating, and explosion.
Do not use non-purified water. Do not replenish sulfuric acid. If you add impurities, it
may cause heat, inflammation, or toxic gas.
If you add too much purified water (distilled water), the electrolyte spills and causes the
metals to corrode. Do not use purified water at or above the upper level indicator. If
battery fluid spills, be sure to wash with water.
After rehydration, install the vent plug firmly to prevent leaks.
■ How to replenish:
If the engine does not start (even with enough battery fluid), or the rotation of the cell motor is
weaker than usual, this means the battery is dead or dying. Recharge for between 5 and 10
hours as follows:
When handling the battery, please beware of fire, sparks and short circuits.
The battery generates flammable hydrogen gas. Do not expose the battery to fire
sources (match, lighter, cigarette, and welder sparks, grinder or terminal part) as it may
cause explosions
Do not touch the battery with charged objects, and do not clean the battery with a dry
cloth.
It may cause an explosion due to static electricity.
Battery fluid is diluted sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin or eyes.
While charging, remove the battery from the unit. Charging the battery while it is in the
unit may damage the electrical components and wiring.
In addition, fast charging is not recommended. Unless it is a quick charge in an
emergency, please follow the instructions for normal charging.
The process of removing the battery
1) Stop the engine and remove the ignition key.
2) Please keep track of the battery status ( pin polarity ).
3) Loosen the bolt on the – ( negative ) cable terminal, remove the cable terminal from the
– ( negative ) terminal of the battery.
4) Then, loosen the bolt on the + ( positive ) cable terminal, remove the cable terminal from
the + ( positive ) terminal.
5) Loosen the battery mounting equipment; remove the battery, keeping it in a horizontal
position.
