MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 137
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Charge the battery at
a rate that is 1/10th of the
battery capacity. For example, the charging rate
for a 10 Ah battery would be 1.0 amp ere.
NOTICE
Do not use a high rate battery charger, as
is typically employed at automotive service
stations, unless the charging rate can be
reduced to the level required for this vehi-
cle’s battery. Charging the battery at a rate
higher than specified may ruin the battery.
Charging at a high rate causes excess heat
whichcanwarptheplatesandcauseinter-
nal shorting. Higher-than-normal charging
rates also cause the plates to shed active
material. Deposits will accumulate, and can
cause internal shorting. If the temperature
oftheelectrolyterisesabove45°C(113°F)
during charging, reduce the charging rate to
lower the temperature, and increase charg-
ing time proportionately.
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After charging, check the electrolyte level in each
cell. If the leve l ha s fallen, add distilled water to
bring it back up to the upper level line.
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Install the caps on the cells.
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Install t
he battery (see Battery Installation).
Fuse
Fuses are arranged in
the fuse box located un-
der the seat. If the electrical systems do not func-
tion, inspect the fuse. Before replacing a fuse, check
the wirin g harness an
d electrica l equipme nt for bare
wires or oth er possible causes for th e blo w n fus e.
NOTICE
Do not use a fuse of a higher capacity than
the specified fuse rating, or damage to the
electrical system could result. Refer to the
Fuse Location label on the fuse box lid.
A. Fuse Box