3 WORK
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Caution
Danger of accidents Electronic components and safety devices will be damaged if the 12-V battery is dis-
charged or missing.
If the 12-V battery is discharged or defective, malfunctions in the vehicle electronics can occur, espe-
cially when starting.
– Never operate the vehicle with a discharged 12-V battery or without a 12-V battery.
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Main work
–
Position negative cable
1
and mount and tighten the screw.
Guideline
Screw, battery termi-
nal
M6 4.5 Nm
(3.32 lbf ft)
–
Position control unit
2
.
Finishing work
– Mount the front rider's seat. ( p. 9)
(SUPER DUKE R)
– Mount the passenger seat. ( p. 8)
– Set time and date.
3.9 Charging the 12-V battery
Warning
Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious chemical burns.
– Keep 12 V batteries out of the reach of children.
– Wear suitable protective clothing and safety glasses.
– Avoid contact with battery acid and battery gases.
– Keep sparks or open flames away from the 12 V battery.
– Only charge 12 V batteries in well-ventilated rooms.
– Rinse the affected area immediately with plenty of water in the event of contact with the skin.
– Rinse eyes with water for at least 15 minutes and consult a doctor immediately if battery acid and
battery gases get into the eyes.
Warning
Risk of injury 12 V batteries contain harmful substances.
– Keep 12 V batteries out of the reach of children.
– Keep sparks and open flames away from 12 V batteries.
– Only charge 12 V batteries in well-ventilated rooms.
– Maintain a minimum clearance from inflammable materials when charging 12 V batteries.
Minimum clearance 1 m (3 ft)
Note
Danger of damage An incorrectly selected charging mode will damage the 12-V battery.
– Always select a charging mode that is compatible with the type of battery.