Polaris 650 2023 Owner's Manual page 173

BATTERY/ELECTRICAL SYSTEM STORAGE
Never leave a battery
unattended during the storage
season. Snowmobile batteries
are small and cannot maintain
their charge over the storage
season. To ensure your battery
maintains its level of charge, the
battery should be connected to a
battery trickle charger using the
battery charge port.
1. While the battery can remain installed on the snowmobile, it is recommended
the battery be removed from the snowmobile and stored in a cool, and dry
location. Removing the battery from the snowmobile facilitates off-site
storage of the snowmobile where electricity may not be available to connect
a battery charger. In addition, removing the battery allows access to other
maintenance items, such as the chaincase chain tensioner bolt.
2. Connect a Polaris battery charger or equivalent commercially available
charger to the battery.
3. Inspect the electrical connections and wire harnesses throughout the
snowmobile. If damage is found, make a note of the damage so that you and
your authorized Polaris dealer can address the concern.
CLEANING THE SNOWMOBILE
Snowmobiles, especially those transported on sled decks and open trailers can
accumulate a lot of water and road dirt / salt during the riding season. The
snowmobile must be thoroughly washed and cleaned to prevent corrosion and
rust formation.
Cleaning any Polaris snowmobile should ONLY be done with a mild soap and
water solution. Any cleaning, buffing or waxing products containing colorant dye
should be avoided. If using products with colorant dye in them, test on an
inconspicuous area of the bodywork before applying, as a dye may stain the
finish.
1. Wash the snowmobile with mild soap and water. Note that if a pressure
washer is used, care should be taken to not point the pressure washer
nozzle close to the snowmobile, which may force high pressure water into
suspension / shock shaft seals and exposed electrical connectors.
2. Dry the snowmobile with a lint-free towel. Allow the entire snowmobile to air
dry afterwards.
3. Clean the engine compartment. Use a shop vacuum if required to remove
dirt, leaves, cat tails, etc. from within the engine compartment.
MAINTENANCE
171