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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