Brakelight Switch (Auxiliary); Brakelight Switch (Handlebar Control) - Arctic Cat 300 Utility Service Manual

5. If the meter reads less than specified voltage, charge
the battery using the following guidelines.
A. When using an automatic battery charger, always
follow the charger manufacturer's instructions.
B. When using a constant-current battery charger,
use the following Battery Charging Chart.
CAUTION
Never exceed the standard charging rate.
! WARNING
An overheated battery could explode causing severe
injury or death. Always monitor charging times and
charge rates carefully. Stop charging if the battery
becomes very warm to the touch. Allow it to cool before
resuming charging.
Battery Charging Chart (Constant-Current Charger)
Battery Voltage Charge
(DC) State
12.5 or more 100%
12.2-12.4 75%-99%
12.0-12.2 50%-74%
11.0-11.9 25%-49%
11.5 or less 0-24%
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NOTE: If the battery voltage is 11.5 DC Volts or less,
some chargers may "cut off" and fail to charge. If this
occurs, connect a fully charged booster battery in
parallel (positive to positive and negative to negative)
for a short period of time with the charger connected.
After 10-15 minutes, disconnect the booster battery
leaving the charger connected and the charger
should continue to charge. If the charger "cuts off,"
replace the battery.
6. After charging the battery for the specified time,
remove the battery charger and allow the battery to
sit for 1-2 hours.
7. Connect the multimeter and test the battery voltage.
The meter should read at least 12.5 DC Volts. If the
voltage is as specified, the battery is ready for ser-
vice.
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NOTE: If voltage in step 7 is below specifications,
charge the battery an additional 1-5 hours; then
retest.
8. Place the battery in the battery compartment; then
coat the battery posts and cable ends with a light coat
of multi-purpose grease.
CAUTION
Before installing the battery, make sure the ignition
switch is in the OFF position.
9. Connect the battery cables (positive cable first); then
install the battery hold-down.
CAUTION
Connecting cables in reverse (positive to negative and
negative to positive) can cause serious damage to the
electrical system.
Charge Time Required
(at 1.5-2.0 Amps)
None
3-6 hours
5-11 hours
13 hours (minimum)
20 hours (minimum)
Brakelight Switch
(Auxiliary)
The switch connector is the two-prong white connector
on the right side of the engine directly above the switch.
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NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON position.
VOLTAGE (Wiring Harness Side)
1. Set the meter selector to the DC Voltage position.
2. Connect the red tester to the brown/blue wire; then
connect the black tester lead to ground.
3. The meter must show battery voltage.

NOTE: If the meter shows no battery voltage, trou-
bleshoot the battery, fuse, switch, or the main wiring
harness.

NOTE: If the meter shows battery voltage, the main
wiring harness is good; proceed to test the switch/
component, the connector, and the switch wiring har-
ness for resistance.
RESISTANCE (Switch Connector)
1. Set the meter selector to the OHMS position.
2. Connect the red tester lead to the brown/blue wire; then
connect the black tester lead to the green/yellow wire.
3. When the brake pedal is depressed, the meter must
show less than 1 ohm.
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NOTE: If the meter shows more than 1 ohm of resis-
tance, replace the switch.
Brakelight Switch
(Handlebar Control)
The switch has spade-type connectors which engage the
harness connectors at the switch.
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NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON position.
VOLTAGE (Wiring Harness
Connector)
1. Set the meter selector to the DC Voltage position.
2. Connect the red tester lead to the brown/blue wire;
then connect the black tester lead to ground.
3. The meter must show battery voltage.

NOTE: If the meter shows no battery voltage, trou-
bleshoot the battery, fuse, switch, or the main wiring
harness.

NOTE: If the meter shows battery voltage, the main
wiring harness is good; proceed to test the switch/
component, the connector, and the switch wiring har-
ness for resistance.
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