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5. When all of the batteries have been checked and filled, connect battery power, and fully charge the
vehicle.
6. At the end of a complete charge, recheck all of the fluid levels, and fill with distilled water per
manufacturer's instructions.
D: Complete a Full Charge
Most Polaris vehicles are equipped with a Delta-Q battery charger. A normal charge cycle can vary between 8
and 12 hours, depending on battery configuration and the state of charge. Before unplugging the vehicle,
locate the charger box and verify that there is a solid yellow light and a solid green light on the side panel. This
indicates that the charger has completed a full charge. If there is a red flashing light, a fault has occurred.
Please refer to the appropriate service manual for fault details.
E: Open-Circuit Voltage Test Procedure
When performing this procedure, follow this order to ensure the most accurate voltage readings:
1. Fully charge the batteries. Batteries must remain idle, no charging, no discharging for at least 6
hours. Preferably 24 hours.
2. Disconnect all loads from the batteries.
3. Measure the voltage using a DVOM.
4. Check the state of charge per the service manual.
5. Charge the battery if it registers 0% to 70% charged.
If the battery registers below the values in the service manual, the following conditions may exist:
1. The battery was left in a state of discharge too long.
2. The battery has a bad cell, or cells.
3. Battery was frozen at some point.
4. No fluid in the battery.
5. Battery is cycled out, or aged.
Batteries, in the conditions stated above, should be taken to a specialist for further evaluation or retired from
service. In some situations, where batteries were sitting for an extended period of time, a battery desulfator
charger will help to revive them.
The information contained within this Team Tip is confidential and protected by U.S. and international copyright laws, and is the property of Polaris Sales Inc. This Team Tip is provided for the sole use of
authorized Polaris dealers and distributors. This Team Tip is not to be distributed, duplicated, or copied, digitally or otherwise, without the written consent of Polaris Sales Inc.
© 2012 Polaris Sales Inc. (Page 3 of 13)
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