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Load tester Induction pickup 270 2006 Softail: Electrical

BATTERY Figure 8-31. Load Test Battery Table 8-4. Battery Load Test 100% 1WARNING 1WARNING Turn battery load tester OFF before disconnecting tester cables to battery terminals. Disconnecting tester cables with load tester ON can cause a spark and battery explo- sion, which could result in death or serious injury.

VOLTS AMPS COLD CRANKING AMPERAGE (CCA) Install the battery on the motorcycle.

d0428x8x Softail models (00253a) 6.

CHARGING BATTERY
The load test measures battery performance under full cur-

rent load. To load test the battery, proceed as follows:

Remove battery from motorcycle. CAUTION Load testing a discharged battery can result in perma- Always fully charge the battery before testing or test readings will be incorrect. See which follows. Load testing a discharged battery can also result in permanent battery damage. After charging, allow battery to stand for at least one hour before testing. 1WARNING 1WARNING Turn battery load tester OFF before connecting tester cables to battery terminals. Connecting tester cables with load tester ON can cause a spark and battery explo- sion, which could result in death or serious injury. See Figure 8-31. Connect tester leads to battery posts a

Load Test nent battery damage.

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