Norton Service Release Database N3/30

SERVICE RELEASE N3/30

NATURE OF RELEASE: Battery preparation prior to installation MODELS AFFECTED: DISTRIBUTION: Worldwide - General Distribution EXPLANATION: Introduction of the Yuasa battery onto standard motorcycle production necessitates clarification of the recommended methods of introduction into service, to ensure maximum life availability of the battery. Batteries affected:   ACTION: BATTERY PREPARATION PRIOR TO INSTALLATION 1. Remove all sealing and battery vent plugs. Where a long vent tube is fitted cut off the sealed end:of the pipe. If a short sealing tube or cap is fitted, pull off and replace with the long pipe. 2. Filling. Fill battery with Eltictrolyte (dilute Sulphuric Acid) specific gravity as indicated below and cooled below 30°C. (86°) before filling:- Fill each cell to the upper level indicated on the case. Leave the battery to stand at least half an hour after 'filling (no longer than two hours). Open circuit volts should read 10 to 12-1/2 volts. Re-adjust levels to maximum level mark adding or taking out acid (not water). 3. Initial Charging. Charge battery as indicated below:- After charging, re-adjust levels using Distilled Water to the upper level mark. Clean the battery carefully with fresh water and a damp cloth. Refit the vent plugs/cover, press home firmly, and dry the battery. Smear the terminals with Petroleum Jelly (not grease). 4. Installation. Fit the battery to the motorcycle, routing the vent tube to below the lower frame level to direct nary acid fumes away from affected areas. Do not fold or crimp the vent tube. It may cause an explosion if the tube is sealed or trapped. Conne, ct the Negative (Brown/Blue) cable to the battery Negative (-) terminal, followed by the Positive (Red) cable to the battery Positive (+> terminal. , Be sure not to reverse thesc connections or damage will occur to both the rectifier and zener diode. 5. Maintenance. Check the Electrolyte level once a month. Restore to the upper level using Distilled Water. Never use acid. Always . keep the battery clean. Apply Petroleum Jelly around the . terminals to prevent corrosion. Keep the vent tube free from kinks or obstructions. 6. Recharging. Where insufficient running allows the battery to become low in charge or the battery has been unused for longer than a month, apply a fresh Novemeber 1972 Norton Villier Canada Limited