Battery Activation (Conventional); Battery Terminals/Bolts - Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI 4x4 2012 Service Manual

Battery Activation (Conventional)

WARNING
Battery electrolyte is poisonous. It contains sulfuric
acid. Serious burns can result from contact with 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 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 OUT 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. Should there be contact with battery acid, wash the
affected area with large quantities of cool water and
seek immediate medical attention.
WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:
Batteries, battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds, and
other chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
To ensure maximum service life and performance from a
new battery, perform the following steps.
NOTE: Do not service the battery unless it will be
put into regular service within 30 days. After initial
service, add only distilled water to the battery. Never
add electrolyte after a battery has been in service.
New Battery: Battery must be fully charged before
use or battery life will be significantly reduced 10-
30% of the battery's full potential.
To activate a new battery:
1. Remove vent plug from vent fitting. Remove cell
2. Fill battery with electrolyte to upper level marks on
3. Set battery aside to allow for acid absorption and
4. Add electrolyte to bring level back to upper level
5. Charge battery at 1/10 of its amp/hour rating.
6. Check specific gravity of each cell with a hydrometer

Battery Terminals/Bolts

Terminal Preparation
Use Polaris corrosion resistant Nyogel grease (PN
2871329) on battery bolts and terminals when installing a
battery. This will help to prevent corrosion and maintain
good
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caps.
case.
stabilization for 30 minutes.
mark on case.
NOTE: This is the last time that electrolyte
should be added. If the level becomes low after
this point, add only distilled water.
Examples: 1/10 of 9 amp battery = .9 amp; 1/10 of 14
amp battery = 1.4 amp; 1/10 of 18 amp battery = 1.8
amp (recommended charging rates).
to assure each has a reading of 1.270 or higher.
electrical connection.
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