FILLING THE BATTERY WITH ELECTROLYTE
~ Remove the battery from packaging and place on a level stable surface
~ Use 1.27 specific gravity electrolyte (diluted sulphuric acid) - NOT SUPPLIED
~ Remove the filling plugs
~ Remove the rubber cap and replace with the exhaust tube provided
~ Fill the battery with the electrolyte to the UPPER LEVEL indicated on the battery casing
Electrolyte temperature must be between 15oC and 30oC when filling
~ Leave the battery to stand for at least 30 minutes after filling. If the electrolyte level drops in this time, refill to the UPPER LEVEL before charging
~ The battery is now filled and ready to charge

CHARGING THE BATTERY
~ Place the battery on a level stable surface
~ Ensure filler plugs are removed
~ Connect charger and charge for maximum 3 to 5 hours at the approximate current equivalent of 1/10th of the rated capacity
~ If electrolyte level falls during charging, fill with distilled water to UPPER LEVEL. After water is added, continue charging for 1 to 2 hours in order to mix the distilled water and electrolyte
~ After charging check that the voltage is constant over 3 successive readings taken at 30 minute intervals
~ Replace filler plugs firmly and wash off any electrolyte spillage with clean water

State of Charge            CB                      Conventional
100%                             12.7v                   12.6v
75%                               12.5v                   12.4v
50%                               12.2v                   12.1v
25%                               12.0v                   11.9v
0%                                 11.9v or less         11.8v or less

BATTERY MAINTENANCE
Periodic battery maintenance should be performed even when there is no motorcycle starting problem. The following simple procedures will help prevent premature battery failure.
~ Check electrolyte level. Do not allow the level to fall below the LOWER LEVEL line or below any of the tops of plates in cells. Refill with distilled water to the UPPER LEVEL line.
Low electrolyte levels may cause malfunction in the charging system
~ Keep battery clean of all dirt and acid spillage, especially around terminals.
~ Keep the exhaust tube free of kinks and dirt build-up
~ If motorcycle is not in frequent use, additional charging WILL be required.
~ Before recharging ensure filler plugs are removed
~ Charging rates will vary depending on…
         - Battery’s electrical capacity
         - Temperature of electrolyte
         - Battery’s state of charge at start of charging
         - Battery’s age and condition
         - Type of charger

 KEEP THE BATTERY AT 100% STATE OF CHARGE 


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