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NOTE: If the battery voltage is
11.5 DC Volts or less, some char-
gers may "cut off" and fail to
charge. If this occurs, connect a
fully charged booster battery in par-
allel (positive to positive and nega-
tive 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.
7. After charging the battery for the
specified time, remove the battery
charger and allow the battery to sit for
1-2 hours.
8. 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 service.
NOTE: If voltage in step 8 is
below specifications, charge the
battery an additional 1-5 hours;
then retest. Recheck electrolyte
level and the battery is ready for
service.
9. Place the battery in the battery com-
partment; 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.
10. Connect the battery cables (positive
cable first); then install the battery
hold-down.
CAUTION
Connecting cables in reverse (posi-
tive to negative and negative to posi-
tive) can cause serious damage to
the electrical system.
NOTE: Arctic Cat highly recom-
mends all ATV batteries be con-
nected to a maintenance charger
during storage or any extended
period of non-use. This charger
MUST have an automatic float, stor-
age-safe, or pulse maintenance
mode to avoid battery damage due
to long-term overcharging. To con-
nect the maintenance charger, use
any of the following procedures.
A. Remove the battery cover; then
connect the charger leads (positive
cable first) directly to the battery.
B. Locate the rear accessory con-
nector and connect the charger
leads
(positive
directly to the connector.
C. Using an appropriate adapter,
connect the charger to any DC
power outlet.
Jump-Starting
NOTE: Arctic Cat does not recom-
mend jump-starting a vehicle with a
dead battery but rather to remove
the battery, service it, and correctly
charge it; however, in an emer-
gency, it may be necessary to jump-
start a vehicle. If so, use the follow-
ing procedure to carefully and
safely complete this procedure.
! WARNING
Improper handling or connecting of a
battery may result in severe injury
including acid burns, electrical burns, or
blindness as a result of an explosion.
Always remove rings and watches.
1. On the vehicle to be jump-started,
remove the battery cover and any ter-
minal boots.
cable
first)
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