BOMBARDIER SEA-DOO SPX 5838 1998 Shop Manual page 234

Section 08 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subsection 03 (CHARGING SYSTEM)
Clean battery terminals and cable connections using
a wire brush. Apply a light coat of dielectric grease
on terminals.
Clean battery casing and caps using a solution of
baking soda and water.
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CAUTION
Do not allow cleaning solution to enter bat-
tery.
Rinse battery with clear water and dry well using
a clean cloth.
Store battery on a wooden shelf in a cool dry
place. Such conditions reduce self-discharging
and keep fluid evaporation to a minimum. Keep
battery away from dew, high moisture and direct
sunlight.
During the storage period, recheck electrolyte lev-
el and specific gravity readings at least every
month. If necessary, keep the battery at its upper
level line and near full charge as possible (trickle
charge).
Activation of a New Battery
WARNING
Never charge or boost battery while in-
stalled in watercraft.
A new battery is factory fresh dry charged. For
storage purposes, it is fitted with a temporary
sealing tube.
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CAUTION
Do not remove the sealing tube or loosen
battery caps unless activation is desired.
NOTE: In case of accidental premature removal
of caps or sealing tube, battery should be given a
full charge.
Perform the following operations anytime a new
battery is to be installed.
1. Remove the sealing tube from the vent elbow.
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WARNING
Failure to remove the sealing tube could re-
sult in an explosion.
2. Remove caps and fill battery to UPPER LEVEL
line with electrolyte (specific gravity: 1.265 at
21°C (70°F)).
NOTE: This battery may fill slower than others
due to the anti-spill check ball design.
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1. Sealing tube removed
2. Battery electrolyte
3. Upper level line
3. Allow the battery to stand for 30 minutes MIN-
IMUM so that electrolyte soak through battery
cells.
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1. 30 minutes
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