BOMBARDIER Safari 377 1988 Operator's Manual page 30

Battery
(Electric starting)
Check electrolyte level weekly. Electrolyte
level must be at upper level line on battery
casing.
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If necessary add distilled water. Battery
connections must also be free of cor-
rosion. If cleaning is necessary remove
corrosion using a stiff brush then clean
with a solution of baking soda and water.
Rinse and dry well.
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CAUTION: Do not allow cleaning
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solution to enter battery. It will
destroy the chemical properties of the
electrolyte.
After reconnecting battery, coat battery
terminals and connectors with petroleum
jelly to prevent corrosion. Check that bat-
tery is well secured and that battery vent
tube is not kinked or blocked.
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WARNING: Vent tube must be
free and open. If not, it will restrict
ventilation and create a gas accumula-
tion that could result in an explosion.
Avoid skin contact with electrolyte.
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CAUTION: Prior to charging the
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battery, always remove it from the
vehicle to prevent electrolyte spillage.
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CAUTION: Be careful not to ground
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positive terminal with the chassis.
Always disconnect black negative cable
first .
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WARNING: Gases given off by a
battery being charged are highly
explosive. Always charge in a well ven-
tilated area. Keep battery away from
cigarettes or open flames. Avoid skin
contact with electrolyte.
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NOTE: Always keep battery fully
charged. (To charge, refer to "Bat-
tery" in "Storage" section).
Suspension Condition
Visually inspect all suspension compo-
nents including slider shoes, springs,
wheels, etc.
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NOTE: During normal driving, snow
will act as a lubricant and coolant
for the slider shoes. Extensive riding on
ice or sanded snow, will create excessive
heat build-up and cause premature slider
shoe wear.
Stopper Strap Condition
Inspect strap for wear and cracks, bolt
and nut for tightness. If loose inspect
holes for deformation. Replace as requir-
ed. Torque nut to 10 N•m (89 lbf•in).