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8.5 Checking Fuel, Engine Oil, and Water leakage
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Caution
:Fire
Do not use this equipment when a leak is found. Repair the equipment before use.
Be sure to check for any fuel leak at the hose connection, and oil and coolant leak by opening side doors.
8.6 Checking Battery
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Caution
:Injuries to eyes and skin
Battery fluid contains diluted sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with eyes, skin or on clothing.
If the acid comes in contact, especially with eyes, flush with a lot of water, and contact your
physician immediately.
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Caution
:Fire
Battery may emit some combustible gas, so keep it away from fire and sparks.
Check the fluid level. If the level is near or lower than the MIN level,
add distilled water until the fluid level reaches the MAX limit.
Make sure that the battery cables are firmly secured to the posts.
Tighten the clamps if necessary.
<Caution>
Check the hydrometer of the battery fluid. If it falls below 1.23,
the battery requires recharging. Please call our authorized distributor or our engineering section.
Replacing the battery
Remove the clamp and cable from negative (-) post from the
battery. (always remove negative side first)
Remove the hold-down clamp from the battery.
Remove the clamp and cable from positive (+) post from the
battery.
Remove the battery from the seat
Reinstall the new battery in the reverse order (always install the
cable to the positive (+) post of the new battery first.
<Caution>
Make sure that the removed cable does not come in contact with the battery post.