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172 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

not drive for four weeks or more, dis-
connect the battery from the vehicle.

Kawasaki-recommended chargers are:

Battery Mate 150-9
OptiMate 4

Yuasa MB-2040/2060
Christie C10122S

If the above chargers are not avail-
able, use equivalent one.

For more details, ask your Kawasaki
dealer.

Battery Charging

e Charge the battery following the in-
Structions of your battery charger.

e The charger will keep the battery fully
charged until you are ready to re-
install the battery in the motorcycle
(see Battery Installation).

e Battery acid generates hydro-
gen gas which is flammable
and explosive under certain
conditions. It is present within
a battery at all times, even in a
discharged condition. Keep all
flames and sparks (cigarettes)
away from the battery.

e Wear eye protection when
working with a battery. In the
event of battery acid contact
with skin, eyes, or clothing,
wash the affected areas imme-
diately with water for at least
five minutes. Seek medical at-
tention.

Battery Removal
e Make sure the ignition switch is

turned off.