17. BATTERY/CHARGING SYSTEM                                                      MXU 500 IRS

 BATTERY CHARGING
 · This model comes with a maintenance free (MF) battery. Remember the following about MF
   batteries.
   Use only the electrolyte that comes with the battery.
   Use all of the electrolyte
   Seal the battery properly
   Never open the seals again
 · For battery charging, do not exceed the charging current and time specified on the battery. Using
   excessive current or extending the charging time may damage the battery.

 SPECIFICATIONS
                                  ITEM                                       SPECIFICATIONS
                       Capacity                                          12V ­ 18 Ah
                       Current leakage                                   0.5 Ma max.
                       Voltage (20°C/68°F)       Full charged            13.0 ­ 13.2 V
 Battery                                         Needs charging          Below 12.3 V
                       Charging current          Normal                  1.8 A/5 ­ 10 h
                                                 Quick                   9 A/1 h
 Alternator            Capacity                                          310 ­ 400 W/5000 rpm
                       Charging coil resistance (20°C/68°F)              0.1 ­ 0.3 




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