Battery Safety; Battery Removal - Polaris WATERCRAFT Freedom Service Manual

Electrical Components

Battery Safety

When removing and installing the battery, or when performing battery maintenance always heed the following
warnings and cautions:
WARNING
Battery electrolyte is poisonous. It contains sulfuric acid. Serious burns can result from contact with the skin,
eyes or clothing.
Antidote:
EXTERNAL - Flush with water.
INTERNAL - Drink large quantities of water or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg or vegeta-
ble oil. Call a physician immediately.
EYES - Flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame, cigarettes, etc. away. Ventilate when charging
or using in closed space. Always shield eyes when working near batteries. KEEP OUT OF THE REACH
OF CHILDREN.
CAUTION:
The battery must be removed from the watercraft for maintenance and charging. Battery electrolyte may spill
and damage the watercraft.
WARNING
Always disconnect the black (negative) cable first. Electrolyte or fuel vapors may be present in the engine compart-
ment and a spark could ignite them which could cause personal injury. When re-installing battery connect black (nega-
tive) cable last.
Whenever installing batteries, care should be taken to avoid the possibility of explosion resulting in serious burns.
Always connect the positive (red) cable first and the negative (black) cable last. When working with batteries,
always wear safety glasses or a face shield and protective gloves. Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid and is
poisonous! Serious burns can result from contact with the skin, eyes or clothing. ANTIDOTE: External - Flush
with water. Internal - Drink large quantities of water or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg, or
vegetable oil. Call physician immediately. Eyes - Flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical
attention.

Battery Removal

1. Remove straps or bar holding electrical box and battery
in position.
2. Remove cover from top of battery.
3. Remove battery vent tube from battery.
4. Disconnect black (negative) battery cable first.
5. Disconnect red (positive) battery cable next.
6. Lift battery out of watercraft, being careful not to tip it
sideways and spill any electrolyte.
CAUTION:
Battery electrolyte can damage the watercraft finish if
spilled. If an electrolyte spill occurs, apply a generous
amount of baking soda to the area and then rinse with fresh
water.
Maintenance
Hold down
Bracket
Cover
Vent
Strap
Tube
Battery
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