Polaris Virage TX 2000 Service Manual page 28

MAINTENANCE/TUNE UP
Electrical
Battery Installation
WARNING
Always connect battery cables in the order specified. Red (positive) cable first, black (negative) cable last.
1. Install battery in its holder.
2. Install battery vent tube. It must be free from kinks,
obstructions, or restrictions and securely installed.
If not, battery gases could accumulate and cause an
explosion. Avoid skin contact with electrolyte,
severe burns could result.
3. Apply Nyogel ™ grease to each cable bolt.
4. First, connect and tighten red (positive) cable.
5. Second, connect and tighten black (negative) cable.
6. Apply dielectric grease to each cable end and to terminal post area.
7. Reinstall battery cover and electrical box over battery and reconnect straps.
8. Verify that cables are properly routed.
9. Verify that vent hose is not kinked.
Battery Storage
1. Remove battery. Clean casing and terminals with baking soda and water (one tablespoon of baking soda to
one cup water). Apply dielectric grease to battery terminals and all exposed cable connectors.
2. Top off battery with distilled water and charge to a specific gravity of 1.270 (test each cell). Recharge monthly
as required to prevent battery discharge, sulfation, and freezing.
3. Store battery in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight.
Circuit Breaker
The electrical system is protected with a 15A circuit
breaker. In order to reset the circuit breaker, locate and
push the reset button on top of the electrical box.
Electrical Box
"Push to Reset"
Decal
Reset Button
Polaris Sales Inc. 2.11
3/00