Battery terminal voltage, Hull/engine hood, Drain plug inspection – Kawasaki STX-15F User Manual

Page 47: Electrical system, Battery charging condition inspection, Battery terminals inspection

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 2-23

Periodic Maintenance Procedures

Steering Shaft [B]

Hull/Engine Hood

Drain Plug Inspection

Check the drain plugs [A] for cracks or damage and the
drain plug mounting screws [B] are tightened securely.

Check the seals [C] for damage.
If necessary, replace the drain plugs or seals.

Electrical System

Battery Charging Condition Inspection

Battery charging condition can be checked by measuring

battery terminal voltage.

Disconnect the battery terminal leads (see Battery Re-
moval in Electrical System chapter).

CAUTION

Be sure to disconnect the negative terminal lead
first.

Measure the battery terminal voltage.

NOTE

Measure with a digital voltmeter [A] which can be read
one decimal place voltage.

If the reading is below the specified, refreshing charge
is required (see Refreshing Charge in Electrical System
chapter).

Battery Terminal Voltage

Standard:

12.6 V or more

Connect the battery leads, positive first.

Battery Terminals Inspection

Check the battery terminal screws [A] for tightness and
make sure terminal covers are in place.

WARNING

Loose battery cables can create sparks which can
cause a fire or explosion resulting in injury or death.
Make sure the battery terminal screws are tightened
securely and the covers are installed over the termi-
nals.

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