Arctic Cat 650 2011 Operator's Manual page 66

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NOTE: Battery maintenance can be
performed by the ATV owner if quali-
fied to do so. If the owner does not
feel qualified, take the ATV to an
authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for
this service. This service is at the dis-
cretion and expense of the ATV owner.
! WARNING
Any time service is performed on a
battery, the following
observed: keep sparks, open flame,
cigarettes, or any other flame away.
Always wear safety glasses. Protect
skin and clothing when handling a
battery. When servicing battery in
enclosed space, keep the area well-
ventilated. Make sure battery vent-
ing is not obstructed.
1. Remove the battery hold-down; then
disconnect the battery cables (nega-
tive cable first). Disconnect the vent
hose.
2. Remove the battery from the battery
compartment; then thoroughly wash
the battery and battery compartment
with soap and water.
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NOTE: If battery posts, cable
ends, or the battery case has a
build-up of white/green powder res-
idue, apply water and baking soda
to neutralize acid; then flush off
with warm soapy water.
3. Using a wire brush, clean the battery
posts and cable ends removing all
corrosive buildup. Replace damaged
cables or cable ends.
4. Add clean distilled water to bring
fluid level to the UPPER level line.
! WARNING
Battery acid is harmful if it contacts
eyes, skin, or clothing. Care must be
taken whenever handling a battery.
CAUTION
Never use electrolyte
acid) to "top off" the battery. Use
only distilled water or severe bat-
tery damage may occur.
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5. Using a multimeter, test the battery volt-
age. The meter must read at least 12.5
DC Volts for a fully charged battery.
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NOTE: At this point, if the meter
reads as specified, the battery may
be returned to service (see step 9).
6. If the meter reads less than specified
voltage, charge the battery using the
following guidelines.
must be A. When using an automatic battery
charger, always follow the char-
ger manufacturer's instructions.
B. When using a constant-current
battery charger, use the following
Battery Charging Chart.
Never exceed the standard charging rate.
! WARNING
An overheated battery could explode
causing severe
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 (DC)
12.5 or more
12.2-12.4
12.0-12.2
11.0-11.9
11.5 or less
(sulfuric
CAUTION
injury or death.
Charge Time
Charge
Required (at
State
1.5-2.0 Amps)
100% None
75%-99% 3-6 hours
50%-74% 5-11 hours
13 hours
25%-49%
(minimum)
20 hours
0-24%
(minimum)