ELECTRICAL
10.14
GTurn the selector dial to the AC amps
(Aµ) position.
GConnect the meter leads to the Yellow
and Yellow/Red wires leading from
the alternator.
GStart the engine and let it idle. Reading
should be a minimum of 7A at idle.
BATTERY SERVICE
WARNING
Battery electrolyte is poisonous. It contains
sulfuric acid. Serious burns can result from
contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Antidote:
Internal: Drink large quantities of water or milk.
Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg, or
vegetable oil. Call physician immediately.
Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes and get
prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep
sparks, flame, cigarettes, etc. away. Ventilate
when charging or using in an enclosed space.
Always shield eyes when working near batteries.
KEEP O UT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
WARNING: The gases given off by a battery are
explosive. Any spark or open flame near a battery can
cause an explosion which will spray battery acid on
anyone close to it. If battery acid gets on anyone,
wash the affected area with large quantities of cool
water and seek immediate medical attention.
The battery is located under the left rear fender.
BATTERY TERMINALS/BOLTS
Use Polaris corrosion resistant Dielectric Grease (PN
2871329) on battery bolts. See Battery Installation on
Page 10.15.
MAINTENANCE--FREE
BATTERY
INSPECTION
NOTE: All 2003 T rail Boss ATV batteries are
Maintenance--Free design and construction. All
Maintenance--Free batteries are fully charged and
tested at the factory before installation. Expected
shelf life is 6--8 months depending on storage
conditions. As a general rule before placing the
battery into service, check the battery condition
and charge accordingly .
New Batteries:
Batteries must be fully charged
before use or battery life can be reduced by
10-30% of full potential. Charge battery for 3--5
hours at a current equivalent of 1/10 of the
battery’s rated amp/hour capacity (i.e. 12amp hr
x .10 = 1.2 amp charging). Do not use the
alternator to charge a new battery.
Maintenance--Free batteries are permanently
sealed at the time of manufacture. The use of
lead--calcium and AGM technology instead of
lead--antimony allows the battery acid to be fully
absorbed. For this reason, a Maintenance--Free
battery case is dark and the cell caps are not
removable, since there is no need to check
electrolyte level.
NEVER attempt to add electrolyte or water to a
Mainte na nc e--Fre e ba tte r y. Doing s o will da ma ge
the case and shorten the life of the battery. Refer
to the Battery Maintenance Video (PN 9917987) for
proper instr uc tion on serv icing Maintena nce--Free
batteries.
To service a Maintenance--Free battery:
1. Remove battery from the vehicle
2. Test battery with a voltage meter or load tester to
determine battery condition. This will determine
the length of time required to charge the battery to
full capacity. Refer to capacity table on Page
10.15.
3. Charge battery at 1/10 of its amp/hour rating.
Example: 1/10 of 12 amp battery = 1.2 amp
charge rate.
CONVENTIONAL LEAD--ACID
BATTERY
INSPECTION
Maintain
between upper
and lower level
marks
NOTE: Use these procedures ONLY if the
Maintenance- Free battery has been replaced
with a Conventional Lead- acid type.
1. Inspect the battery fluid level. When the battery
fluid nears the lower level, the battery should be
removed and distilled water should be added to
the upper level line.
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