Polaris MSX 110 Owner's Manual For Maintenance And Safety page 95

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Battery
Battery Installation
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.
1. Set the battery in the
battery holder.
2. Install the battery
vent tube (1), routing
it away from the
frame and body to
prevent corrosion.
WARNING
Obstructed or improperly secured battery vent
tubes can allow battery gases to accumulate and
result in an explosion that could cause serious
injury or death. Make sure the vent tube is free
of obstructions and is securely installed.
3. Connect and tighten the red (positive) cable first.
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4. Connect and tighten the black (negative) cable last.
5. Apply dielectric grease to each cable.
6. Reinstall the battery cover and attach the
hold-down straps.
7. Verify that cables are properly routed.
Battery Storage
1. Remove the battery. Clean the casing and terminals
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with baking soda and water (one tablespoon of
baking soda to one cup water). Apply dielectric
grease or petroleum jelly to battery terminals and
all exposed cable connectors.
2. Top off the battery with distilled water and charge
it to a specific gravity of 1.26.
3. Recharge the battery monthly to prevent battery
discharge and sulfating or use a trickle charger to
maintain the charge during the storage period (see
page 101 for the part numbers of Polaris products).
Follow the instructions provided with the charger.
4. Store the battery in a cool, dry place out of direct
sunlight.