Service Manual

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© 2001
6.7 Accessories Service and Maintenance
* Measurement of electrolyte density in ° Bé
(Baumé-scale) is out of date and rarely
used today.
The gases emitted by the bat-
tery are explosive! Keep sparks
and naked flames away from
the battery! Do not allow battery
acid to come into contact with
skin or clothing! Wear protective goggles! Do
not rest tools on the battery!
in [kg/ l] in [°Bé (Baumé scale)*] Charge status
Normal Tropical Normal Tropical
1,28 1,23 32 27 well charged
1,20 1,12 24 16 semi-charged, re-charge
1,12 1,08 16 11 discharged, immediately charge