2012 Kawasaki Brute Force 750 4x4i EPS Owners Manual - Page 165
2012 Kawasaki Brute Force 750 4x4i EPS Manual
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MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 163 Battery Maintenance It is the owner's responsibility to keep the battery fully charged. Failure to do so can lead to battery failure and leave you stranded. If you are riding your vehicle infrequently, inspect the battery voltage weekly using a voltmeter. If it drops below 12.6 volts, the battery should be charged using an appropriate charger (check with your kawasaki dealer or visit buykawasaki.com). If you will not be using your vehicle for longer than two weeks, the battery should be charged using an appropriate charger. Do not use an automotive-type quick charger that may overcharge the battery and damage it. Kawasaki-recommended chargers are: Battery Mate 150-9 OptiMate PRO 4-S/PRO S/PRO 2 Yuasa MB-2040/2060 Christie C10122S If the above chargers are not available, use equivalent one. For more details, ask your Kawasaki dealer. Battery Charging Remove the battery from the vehicle (see Battery Removal). Attach the leads from the charger and charge the battery at a rate (amperage × hours) that is indicated on the battery. If it is not possible to read the rate, charge the battery at an amperage that is about 1/10th of the battery capacity. charger will keep the battery fully charged un• The til you are ready to reinstall the battery in the vehicle (see Battery Installation). NOTICE Never remove the sealing strip, or the battery can be damaged. Do not install a conventional battery in this vehicle, or the electrical system cannot work properly. NOTE j żIf you charge the sealed battery, never fail to observe the instructions shown on the label on the battery. WARNING HAZARD Handling battery parts that contain lead and lead compounds. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause health problem. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Wash hands after handling battery. • •