Battery Service; Battery Terminals/Terminal Bolts - Polaris Magnum 2x4 Service Manual

ELECTRICAL
Battery Service
Initial Battery Service
. AWARNING
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 immedi-
ately.
Eyes:
Flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical
attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame, ciga-
rettes, etc. away. Ventilate when charging or using in an enclosed
space. Always shield eyes when working near batteries. KEEP
OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
WARNING: 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. If battery acid gets on anyone, wash the affected
area with large quantities of cool water and seek immediate medical attention.
CAUTION: Do not start the engine with battery disconnected. Damage will occur to lamps and electronic speed
limiter.
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.
1. Remove vent plug from vent fitting.
2. Fill battery with electrolyte to upper level marks on case.
3. Set battery aside and allow it to cool and stabilize for 30 minutes.
4. Add electrolyte to bring level back to upper level mark on case. NOTE: This is the last time that electrolyte
should be added. If the level becomes low after this point, add only distilled water.
5. Charge battery at 1/10 of its amp/hour rating. Examples: 1/10 of 9 amp battery
=
.9 amp; 1/10 of 14 amp
battery
=
1.4 amp; 1/10 of 18 amp battery
=
1.8 amp (recommended charging rates).
6. Check specific gravity of each cell with a hydrometer to assure each has a reading of 1.270 or higher.
Battery Terminals/Terminal Bolts
Use Polaris corrosion resistant dielectric grease (PN 2871027) on battery bolts. See Battery Installation on page
10.21.
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