Polaris RANGER XP 1000 2020 Owner's Manual page 119

Always keep battery terminals and connections free of corrosion. If cleaning is
necessary, remove the corrosion with a stiff wire brush. Wash with a solution of
one tablespoon baking soda and one cup water. Rinse well with tap water and
dry off with clean shop towels. Coat the terminals with dielectric grease or
petroleum jelly. Be careful not to allow cleaning solution or tap water into a
conventional battery.
Improperly connecting or disconnecting battery cables can result in an
explosion and cause serious injury or death. When removing the battery,
always disconnect the negative (black) cable first. When reinstalling the
CONVENTIONAL BATTERY
BATTERY FLUID
A poorly maintained battery will
deteriorate rapidly. Check the battery
fluid level often. Maintain the fluid level
between the upper
marks.
Add only distilled water. Tap water
contains minerals that are harmful to a
battery.
CHARGING
1. Remove the battery from the vehicle to prevent damage from leaking or
spilled electrolyte during charging.
2. Charge the battery with a charging output no larger than 1/10 of the battery's
amp/hr rating. Charge as needed to raise the specific gravity to 1.270 or
greater.
3. Reinstall the battery. Make sure the positive terminal is toward the front of the
vehicle.
BATTERY CHARGING AND MAINTENANCE
SEALED BATTERY CHARGING
The following battery charging instructions apply only to the installation of a
sealed battery. Read all instructions before proceeding with the installation of
this battery.
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