10.2
Battery and Electrical Systems
9923396 - 2007-2012 EDGE/Widetrak LX Service Manual
©2011 Polaris Sales Inc.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine Models
Spark Plugs
Charging System
Ignition Timing
CONVENTIONAL BATTERY
NOTE: Do not service the battery unless it will be put
into regular service within 30 days.
Battery Preparation
1. Fill battery with electrolyte to the upper level marks on
the case.
2. Set battery aside and allow it to cool and stabilize for
at least 30 minutes.
3. Add electrolyte to bring the level back to the upper
level mark on the case.
NOTE: This is the last time electrolyte is added. After
charging the battery, only add distilled water.
4. Charge battery at 1/10 of its amp/hour rating.
Example:1/10 of 9 amp battery =.9 amps, 1/10 of 14
amp battery = 1.4 amps, 1/10 of 18 amp battery = 1.8
amps (recommended charging rates).
5. Check specific gravity of each cell with a hydrometer
to ensure each has a reading of 1.270 or higher.
6. Install vent covers.
Model Number Engine
EC34 Fuji 340cc Fan-Cooled
EC50PL Fuji 488cc Liquid-Cooled
EC55PM Fuji 544cc Fan-Cooled
S3303-5044-PF5C Polaris 500cc Liquid-Cooled
Model Spark Plug
Gap (Inches /
mm)
EC34 NGK BR8ES 0.028 / 0.70
EC50PL Champion RN3C 0.028 / 0.70
EC55PM NGK BR9ES 0.028 / 0.70
S3303-5044-
PF5C
Champion
RN57YCC
0.028 / 0.70
Model Stator Output # of Pulses
EC34 240W 6
EC50PL 200W 2
EC55PM 240W 6
S3303-5044-PF5C 280W 6
Model Specification
EC34 26.5° @ 3000 RPM
EC50PL 28° @ 3000 RPM
EC55PM
27° @ 3500 RPM
14° @ 6500 RPM
S3303-5044-PF5C
25° @ 2500RPM
(TPS Disconnected)
BATTERY ELECTROLYTE IS POISONOUS. IT CONTAINS ACID!
SERIOUS BURNS CAN RESULT FROM CONTACT WITH THE
SKIN, EYES, OR CLOTHING.
ANTIDOTE:
EXTERNAL:
FLUSH WITH WATER.
INTERNAL:
DRINK LARGE QUANTITIES OF WATER OR MILK.
FOLLOW WITH MILK OF MAGNESIA, BEATEN EGG, OR VEGE-
TABLE 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 CHARG-
ING OR USING IN CLOSED SPACE. ALWAYS SHIELD EYES
WHEN WORKING NEAR BATTERIES.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.