Battery Installation / Storage - Polaris WATERCRAFT Freedom Service Manual

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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 Nyogelt grease to each cable bolt.
Nyogelt Grease
PN 2871329
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.
Maintenance
Top View of Battery
Vent
Tube
Red (+)
Black (-)
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