Battery Installation; Battery Storage; Fuses / Fuse Holder Location; Spark Plug Inspection - Polaris PREDATOR 50 2009 Manual

Battery Installation

1. Place the fully charged battery in its holder.
2. Attach the hold-down strap(s).
3. Connect and tighten the red positive (+) cable first.
4. Connect and tighten the black negative (-) cable last.
5. Torque the battery terminal bolts to 3.5 ft. lbs. (4.7 Nm)
6. Verify that the cables are properly routed.
NOTE: When installing a new battery, make sure it's
fully charged prior to its initial use. Using a new
battery that has not been fully charged can damage
the battery and result in a shorter life. It can also
hinder vehicle performance.
necessary, use a .5 amp battery charger.

Battery Storage

Whenever the vehicle is not used for a period of three months or
more, remove the battery from the vehicle, ensure that it's fully
charged, and store it out of the sun in a cool, dry place. Check
battery voltage each month during storage and recharge as
needed to maintain a full charge.

Fuses / Fuse Holder Location

A 7 Amp fuse protects the main electrical system on all youth
models. See illustrations for fuse locations.
Predator 50
Sportsman 90
Outlaw 90
7 Amp Fuse
If charging is
7 Amp Fuse

Spark Plug Inspection

1. Remove spark plug high tension lead. Clean plug area so
no dirt and debris can fall into engine when plug is
removed.
High Tension Lead
2. Remove spark plug.
3. Inspect electrodes for wear and carbon buildup. Look for a
sharp outer edge with no rounding or erosion of the
electrodes.
Inspect electrode for wear and buildup
4. Clean with electrical contact cleaner or a glass bead spark
plug cleaner only. CAUTION: A wire brush or coated
abrasive should not be used.
5. Measure gap with a wire gauge. Refer to specifications for
proper spark plug type and gap. Adjust gap if necessary by
bending the side electrode carefully.
6. If necessary, replace spark plug with proper type.
CAUTION: Severe engine damage may occur if the
incorrect spark plug is used.
Recommended Spark Plug:
NGK CR6HSA
Spark Plug Torque:
9 ft. lbs. (12 Nm)
7. Apply a small amount of anti-seize compound to the spark
plug threads.
8. Install spark plug and torque to 9 ft. lbs (12 Nm).
MAINTENANCE
Spark Plug Gap
.024 - .028" (.6-.7mm)
2.23
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