Battery Service; Battery Identification; Conventional Battery; Battery Activation - Polaris 2008 RZR Service Manual

ELECTRICAL

BATTERY SERVICE

Battery Identification

IMPORTANT: Identify what type of battery you have
installed in your vehicle. Different types of batteries
require different service procedures. Proper servicing
and upkeep of your battery is very important for
maintaining long battery life.
Your vehicle may have a Conventional Battery or a Sealed Low
Maintenance Battery. To identify which type of battery your
vehicle has, refer to the illustration below and follow the correct
service and charging procedures that follow in the manual.

CONVENTIONAL BATTERY

Removable
Caps
Top View
Electrolyte Level
Indicator
Side View
SEALED
LOW MAINTENANCE BATTERY
No Caps
(Non-removable
sealed Top)
Top View
Polaris Sticker
Side View
10.24
CONVENTIONAL BATTERY

Battery Activation

Battery electrolyte is poisonous. It contains
sulfuric acid. Serious burns can result from
contact with 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.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep
sparks, flame, cigarettes etc. away. Ventilate
when charging or using in an enclosed space.
Always shield eyes when working
near batteries.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
The gases given off by a battery are explosive.
Any spark or open flame near a battery can
cause an explosion which will spray battery acid
on anyone close to it. Should there be contact
with battery acid, wash the affected area with
large quantities of cool water and seek
immediate medical attention.
To ensure maximum service life and performance from a new
battery, perform the following steps. NOTE: Do not service the
battery unless it will be put into regular service within 30 days.
After initial service, add only distilled water to the battery.
Never add electrolyte after a battery has been in service.
NOTE: New Battery: Battery must be fully charged
before use or battery life will be significantly
reduced 10-30% of the battery's full potential.
To activate a new battery:
1. Remove vent plug from vent fitting. Remove cell caps.
2. Fill battery with electrolyte to upper level marks on case.
3. Set battery aside to allow for acid absorption and
stabilization for 30 minutes.
WARNING
WARNING