Vehicle battery
174
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CHARGING THE VEHICLE BATTERY
1. Disconnect the battery and remove it from
the vehicle.
2. Connect the battery charger in accordance
with the charger manufacturer's
instructions.
3. Once the charge is complete switch off the
power to the charger.
4. Disconnect the charger cables from the
battery.
5. Allow the battery to stand for an hour
before connecting to the vehicle. This will
allow any explosive gasses to dissipate,
and reduce the risk of explosion.
CHANGING THE VEHICLE BATTERY
Disconnecting
1. Ensure that all electrical circuits are
switched off, all windows are closed, and
the alarm is disarmed.
2. Remove the remote control from the
vehicle and wait two minutes to allow the
systems to power down fully.
3. Undo the negative clam p, and lift the cable
and clamp clear of th e battery terminal.
4. Undo the positive clamp, and lift the cable
and clamp clear of th e battery terminal.
5. Undo the battery clamp and lift the battery
clear of the vehicle.
WARNINGS
Ensure that the charger used is of the
correct type and rating for the battery.
Using an unsuitable charger may damage the
battery, and could cause the battery to
explode.
Always charge the battery in a well
ventilated area away from any naked
flames, sparks or ot her ignition sources.
During charging the battery can produce a
highly explosive a nd flammable gas.
CAUTIONS
The battery must be disconnected and
removed from the vehicle before
charging. Failure to do so could result in
damage to the vehicle's electrical system.
Always follow the instructions supplied
with the battery charger. Failure to do so
may result in damage to the battery.
WARNINGS
Use caution when lifting the battery out
of, or into, the vehicl e. It is heavy, and
may cause injury when lifting, or if dropped.
Do not tip the battery when lifting or
moving as tilting the battery more than
45 degrees may damage the battery, and may
cause the electrolyte to leak out. Battery
electrolyte is highly corrosive, and toxic.
CAUTIONS
Do not rest the battery on any part of the
vehicle as it may ca use damage due to
it's weight.
Do not run the engine with the battery
disconnected. Doing so may damage the
charging system.
