Malaguti SPIDER MAX GT 500 Manual Diagnóstico página 148

SPIDER MAX 500
16.2 Battery charge check
After topping up the electrolyte level, check the liquid density by means of a densitometer.
When the battery is fully charged, the electrolyte density should be around 30 ÷ 32 Bé, which correspond to a specific
weight of 1.26 ÷ 1.28, at a temperature below 15 °C.
In case the measured density is below 20° Bé, the battery is completely flat and it is then necessary to recharge it.
In case the motorcycle is not used for certain period of time (1 month or over), remember to recharge the battery every
now and then.
The battery runs completely flat within 3 months. When fitting the battery back to the motorcycle make sure the
cables are not inverted and always remember to connect the ground cable (black), with the (-) mark to the -
negative terminal, and the remaining two red cables, with the (+) mark, to the + positive terminal.
Before recharging the battery, remove all the element caps. Do not use bare flames, or sparks while recharging
the battery.
Remove the battery from the motorcycle by disconnecting the negative terminal first.
To recharge the battery after disassembling it, use the specific recharger. Make sure to move the battery
recharger switch to the type of battery to be recharged (that is to say, with a voltage corresponding to 1/10
of the battery rated capacity). Make sure to match the poles ("+" with "+" and "-" with "-") when connecting
to the power supply.
We suggest to keep the battery clean, especially on its upper part and to protect the terminals with vaseline.
Never use fuses exceeding the recommended rated amperage. Failure to observe this rule may damage the
motorcycle and/or can represent explosion hazards.
Ordinary and drinkable water contains mineral salts that are corrosive to batteries. Never use a water type
different from distilled water.
In order to ensure the battery best performances, recharge it before use. Failure to observe this indication
before assembling it to the motorcycle may reduce the battery lifetime.
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