Installation and maintenance advice for Yuasa batteries

►How to make the motorcycle or scooter battery last longer

Yuasa motorcycle batteries are designed to last longer and offer more power. If you follow some simple tips and take care of the battery correctly, you can get the maximum possible life.

↳ Use the right battery

It may seem obvious, but the first thing is to verify that the battery has the correct specification and technology for a motorcycle. You can check the correct battery in www.yuasa.es

↳ Correct mounting of the battery

Most motorcycle batteries require activation and charging before use. Be sure to carefully follow the provided start-up instructions and charge the battery correctly before installing it.

↳ Charge a battery correctly

When charging a YuMicron or Conventional battery, always check that the ventilation tube is not clogged in any way.

For all models and references, automatic electronic chargers recommended by Yuasa are recommended for charging.

↳ Basic battery maintenance

If the battery is kept fully charged, internal damage will be avoided. If it is stopped for long periods of time, short and infrequent trips are made or the voltage drops below 12.4V, the battery will not be fully charged, so an intelligent charger recommended by YUASA should be connected to the battery when not in use

In the case of conventional batteries, check the fluid level once a month and add distilled water until the level reaches the top fill line, if necessary.

↳ Terminals

Maintaining clean and healthy terminals, both impurities, dirt or sulfates, ensures a better connection and proper functioning..

↳ Battery storage

Batteries lose their charge naturally when they do not charge. If journeys are not made over long periods of time, it is best to connect a maintainer or charge the battery 100% once every 15 days. With this you will get your battery in the best conditions.

►Instructions for the start-up of the batteries

↳ Yumicron and conventional

1. PREPARE THE YUASA BATTERY:

a.  Place the battery on a level surface.

b. Remove the filler caps and keep them for later use.

c. You must remove the red vent cap from the ventilation elbow (if applicable) and discard it.

2. PREPARE THE ELECTROLYTE:

a. If you attach the bottle supplied with the battery, place it on a flat surface, cut the sealed tip and place the short tube provided.

b. The electrolyte should be between 5-30 ° C. Do not squeeze the bottle while cutting the sealed tip.

c. If you use a different electrolyte container, consult the manufacturer's instructions.

3. FILL THE YUASA BATTERY WITH THE ELECTROLYTE:

a. Fill each cell of the battery slowly until the electrolyte level reaches the top fill line marked on the battery case.

b. Let the battery stand for 30 minutes. Tap gently to release air bubbles. If the electrolyte level has fallen, fill with the same electrolyte to the top filling line.

c. Replace the filler caps, but do not tighten them.

4. CHARGE THE YUASA BATTERY:

a. Charge the battery 100% using an automatic charger.

b. If the electrolyte level has fallen, fill with the same electrolyte to the top filling line and charge for another 30 min.

c. Connect the tube to the ventilation elbow (if applicable).

5. PREPARE THE YUASA BATTERY FOR INSTALLATION:

a. Tighten the filler caps by hand, DO NOT use tools when tightening.

b. Clean the battery before installation in the vehicle.

↳ YUASA RANGE YTZ (WC)

1. CHECK THE VOLTAGE WITH A VOLTMETER OR MULTIMETER

- If the voltage is 12.8 volts or higher, your YUASA battery is ready for use.

- If the voltage is less than 12.4 volts, charge the battery.

- If the voltage is higher than 12.4 volts but less than 12.8 volts, a full charge is recommended for better performance.

When charging the battery, charge it 100% with an automatic charger from the YUASA YCX range and follow the instructions on the battery.

When a fast charge is unavoidably required, strictly respect the current and charge time indicated on the battery. Overloading can cause electrolyte leakage and explosions.

2. CHECK THE OPEN CIRCUIT VOLTAGE 2 HOURS AFTER LOADING

Note: Factory-activated batteries are supplied filled with electrolyte with an initial charge. Never remove the sealing strip to add water or electrolyte to the battery.

ASSEMBLY OF YUASA BATTERIES VERY IMPORTANT!

Always wear safety glasses and protective clothing when handling electrolyte.

Install the battery.

a. Connect the vehicle battery cables to the corresponding positive and negative terminals of the battery.

b. Screw the battery nut to secure the wires.

↳ YUASA RANGE YTX (CP)

1. PREPARE THE YUASA BATTERY:

a. Place the battery on a level surface.

b. Remove the sealing strip.

2. PREPARE THE ELECTROLYTE:

a. Remove the electrolyte container from the bag.

b. Separate and save the black sealing strip from the electrolyte container. It will be used to seal the battery.

¡IMPORTANT!
Do not puncture or remove the sealing foil in the electrolyte container.

3. FILL THE BATTERY WITH ELECTROLYTE:

a. Place the electrolyte container upside down with the 6 openings sealed in line with the filling ports.

b. Press the container down with enough force to break the foil seals.

c. The electrolyte should start to flow with bubbles.

¡IMPORTANT!
Do not tilt the container! Tilting the container could stop the electrolyte flow
Never remove the battery container until the tank is empty
Do not pierce the container
Do not squeeze the acid bottle.

4. CHECK THE ELECTROLYTE FLOW:

a. If there are no air bubbles, tap the bottom of the container gently to help drain the electrolyte.

b. Keep the container in place until it is completely empty.

5. REMOVE THE YUASA BATTERY ELECTROLYTE CONTAINER:

After the electrolyte container empties completely, carefully remove the battery container.

6. BEFORE SEALING THE YUASA BATTERY, LET IT REPEAT AS SHOWN ON THIS TABLE OF REST PERIOD:

a. The rest period is necessary for optimum performance as well as for safety reasons. Very important!

b. High amp-hour batteries require a longer rest period.

7. LOCK THE YUASA BATTERY::

a. Adjust the black sealing strip firmly on each of the filling ports.

b. Make sure that the sealing strip is fully inserted and flush with the top of the battery.

8. CHARGE THE YUASA BATTERY:

a. Although VRLA batteries can be used without being charged to the maximum, it is always recommended to improve their performance.

b. If the battery voltage is below 12.4 volts, charge it 100% with an automatic charger or follow the instructions on the battery.

¿WHY DO MOTORCYCLE BATTERIES FAIL?

There are several conditions that can cause serious damage and premature battery failure. What we will have to avoid at all costs:

↳ Excessive heat

Battery temperatures of more than 50 ° C drastically reduce the service life.

↳ Sulfation

The continuous discharge, the low state of charge or electrolyte levels can lead to a condition known as sulfation. To avoid this, make sure that the battery is charged correctly and has the correct electrolyte levels.

↳ Stratification

Es la diferencia de densidad del electrolito en diferentes partes de la batería. Las baterías tienden a estratificarse si sin almacenadas o se mantienen funcionando con bajos niveles de carga.

↳ Freezing

When a battery is discharged, the acid in the electrolyte turns into water, which can freeze at 0 ° C. If it freezes, the battery should be replaced as there may be damage and cracks in the housing and internal components.

↳ Deterioration of the terminals

These are the only connection with the electrical installation of the battery, if these remain dirty, sulfates, or with any deterioration, a circuit resistance will be added that will cause a low performance of the charging and starting system.

The motorcycle's battery is a crucial component in the power triangle.

If any of these components does not work according to specifications, the motorcycle will not start.

On a typical motorcycle, the battery has five basic functions of power supply:

• Start.
• Electronic system support.
• Illumination.
• Switched on.
• Load.