Usage And Maintenance - Suzuki GD115 Manual Del Propietário

GD115 99011-36H51-01D

2. USAGE AND MAINTENANCE

2.1 The following conditions will lead to excessive
battery discharge or insufficient recharging, which will
shorten its service life;
• Frequent startup, short riding distance;
• Low speed riding for a long period;
• Grip brake lever or step on the rear brake pedal during
riding causing the brake indicator to constantly lit up;
• Installation of electric accessories or an electric light.
2.2 When starting the engine difficult, lights are dim, or
the horn does not sound resonantly, please recharge
immediately
2.3 Check the electrolyte level at an interval of 1-3
months, if the electrolyte level is below the lower level,
replenish with distilled water or purified water to raise the
level to upper level line. Be definitely sure not to add
electrolyte. After addition of water, it is advisable to
charge the battery.
2.4 If you do not intend to use the motorcycle for a long
period of time, make sure to charge the battery before
you stop using it and charge it once a month.
2.5 Charging
2.5.1 Please use a special charger to charge the battery.
Before charging, please remove the filling hole plug,
keep the room well ventilated. Keep away from fire or
open flame.
2.5.2 Recharging can be classified into standard
recharging and fast recharging, except urgency. It is
better to use standard recharging for extending the life of
battery.
V01 Export ENG 2014-08-11
Standard recharging:
Current: 0.7-0.8A, Time: 5-15 hours
Fast recharging:
Current: 7-8A, Time: 30 minutes at most.
2.5.3 Stop recharging if the temperature of electrolyte
exceeds 45°C when recharging; wait till it cools off then
start recharging again. When the battery produces a lot
of bubbles, stop recharging. Close the filling hole plug
tightly and dry off the battery.
3. PRECAUTIONS
3.1 During usage and recharging, the battery will
produce an explosive gas; do not get close to a fire.
Avoiding short circuit of positive and negative terminals
and loosening of the terminals, in order to prevent an
explosion.
3.2 There is a strong acid in the electrolyte, avoid
splashing it onto skin, eyes or clothing. Once there is
any contact, please rinse with large amount of water. If
drunken by mistake, please immediately drink large
amount of water or milk, and go to hospital for further
treatment.
3.3 Please place the electrolyte at places that cannot be
reached by children.
3.4 Installation of anti-burglar alarm will also affect the
battery. It is suggested to use an anti-burglar alarm
recommended by SUZUKI, other alarms may lead to
abnormal operation of the circuit system, or even
damage the battery or ignition device and rectifier.
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