Battery, Visual Inspection

Lead-Acid Battery without Visual Indicator

Lead acid batteries with removable battery cell sealing caps, without charge indicator "Magic Eye" and filled with fluid electrolyte (wet battery) require regular maintenance. The removable sealing caps allow for topping off with distilled water.

CAUTION!
Risk of injury from direct exposure to battery acid!

• Prior to handling or servicing batteries, read, understand and observe the Warnings and Safety Measures => [ There is a risk of injury from the battery
acid. ] Battery.

Risk of explosion due to the explosive gas that forms during battery charging.

• Observe warning notes and safety precautions => [ Risk of explosion due to the explosive gas
that forms during battery charging. ] Battery.

Battery, Visual Inspection

- Before performing extensive measurements, inspect visually.

• External battery condition;

• Battery connections;

• Secure battery seating.

CAUTION!
Risk of explosion, inadequate crash safety, risk of corrosion, shortened service life.

• A lose battery retaining bracket can damage the battery housing and allow battery acid to leak.

• A battery that is mounted incorrectly can sustain vibration damage resulting in damage to the battery plates.

• Battery retaining bracket bolt tightening torque depends on model and application. Refer to appropriate model Electrical Equipment Repair Information.

Risk of malfunction in the electrical system or wiring burn.

• Wiring connection contact is not guaranteed if the battery terminals are damaged or the battery clamps are loose. Check the condition of the battery terminals; battery terminal clamp and auxiliary clamp tightening torque => Starting and Charging Starting and Charging.

• Risk of corrosion due to leaking battery acid.

• To ensure the various battery connection systems are free of leaks, the battery's original sealing plugs must be installed in the battery openings. Only replace missing or damaged sealing plugs with the same type of original plugs.

• The sealing plugs must be equipped with an O-ring.