Service manual

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INSP
ADJ
ELECTRICAL
1. Remove:
• Bands
• Battery negative lead
1
• Battery positive lead
2
• Battery
• Battery breather hose
3
WARNING
• When removing the battery, disconnect
the negative lead first.
• Remove the battery to prevent acid loss
during turning the machine on its side for
the impeller service.
2
3
1
2. Inspect:
• Electrolyte level
Low
→
Add distilled water.
The electrolyte level should be between
the upper
a and lower b level marks.
CAUTION:
Use only distilled water. Other types of
water contain minerals which are harmful
to batteries.
Filling steps:
• Remove each filler cap.
• Add distilled water.
• When the electrolyte level reaches the
upper level mark, allow the cell to stand
for 20 minutes. If the electrolyte level
drops, add more distilled water so the
level reaches the upper level mark.