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MAINTENANCE
Battery
Battery Safety
Always disconnect the negative (black) cable first
when removing the battery. Always connect the
negative (black) cable last during installation. Failure
to properly connect/disconnect battery cables may
result in an explosion and cause serious injury or
death.
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is
poisonous and can cause serious burns. Avoid
contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Ensure proper
protective gloves, goggles, and clothing are worn. If
eyes are exposed, flush with water for 15 minutes and
seek medical attention. If external contact, flush with
water. If ingested, drink large quantities of water or
milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg, or
vegetable oil. Seek immediate attention.
Overheating of battery may cause an explosion, and
severe injury or death. Stop charging if the battery
becomes very warm to the touch. Allow battery to
completely cool before resuming charging.
Avoid spilling of electrolyte. Damage to equipment may
result. Immediately wash off any electrolyte spills with a
solution of one tablespoon baking soda and one cup
water.
Accessing the Battery
Open the maintenance cover to gain access to the
battery, see page 9 for location. Before performing any
inspection or maintenance on the battery, ignition switch
and fuel valve lever should be positioned to OFF
Battery Cleaning
1. Using a stiff wire brush, remove corrosion from the
battery terminals and electrical connections.
2. Wash with a solution of one tablespoon baking soda
and one cup water.
Battery Charging (Sealed Only)
NOTE: This procedure applies only to the sealed
battery (recommended).
1. Using a voltmeter or multi-meter, check the battery to
ensure a minimum 12.8 Vdc or higher.
2. If the voltage is less than 12.8 Vdc, recharge the
battery at 1.2 amps or less until the battery voltage is
12.8 Vdc or greater.
3. When using automatic charger, refer to charger
manufacturer instructions. When using constant
current charger, refer to for recharging as follows:
Polaris Battery Tender Charger:
2859044
STATE OF
CHARGE
VOLTAGE ACTION
CHARGE TIME
(Using constant current
charger @ standard amps
specified on top of battery)
100% 12.8 - 13.0 Volts
None. Check at 3 months from manufacture
date.
None required
75% - 99% 12.5 - 12.7 Volts
May need slight charge, if no charge given,
check in 3 months.
3 - 6 hours
50% - 74% 12.0 - 12.4 Volts Needs charge 5 - 11 hours
25% - 49% 11.5 - 11.9 Volts Needs charge
At least 13 hours,
verify state of
charge
0% - 24% 11.4 volts or less Needs charge with de-sulfating charger At least 20 hours
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