Operation Manual
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To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated
Lead Acid) battery, a special (cons-
tant-voltage) battery charger is
required. Using a conventional bat-
tery charger will damage the bat-
tery.
To store the battery
1. If the vehicle will not be used for
more than one month, remove
the battery, fully charge it, and
then place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTICE: When removing the
battery, be sure the key is tur-
ned to “ ” then disconnect
the negative lead before dis-
connecting the positive lead.
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2. If the battery will be stored for
more than two months, check it
at least once a month and fully
charge it if necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before
installation. NOTICE: When ins-
talling the battery, be sure the
key is turned to “ ”, then
connect the positive lead befo-
re connecting the negative
lead.
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4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly
connected to the battery termi-
nals.
1. Negative battery lead (black)
2. Positive battery lead (red)
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Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery can
cause permanent battery damage.
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Replacing the fuse
1. Main fuse
2. Spare main fuse
The fuse holder is located under the
seat. (See page 3-12).
If the fuse is blown, replace it as
follows.
1. Turn the key to “ ” and turn off
all electrical circuits.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a higher ampera-
ge rating than recommended
to avoid causing extensive
damage to the electrical sys-
tem and possibly a fire. [EWA15131]
NOTICE
NOTICE
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