Battery Maintenance; Cooling System - Polaris 2007 SPORTSMAN X2 800 Service Manual

MAINTENANCE

Battery Maintenance

Complete battery servicing information for both conventional
and sealed batteries can be found in Chapter 10 of this
manual.
WARNING
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 immediately.
Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes and get
prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep sparks,
flame, cigarettes, etc. away. Ventilate when
charging or using in an enclosed space. Always
shield eyes when working near batteries.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
NOTE: Expected battery shelf life is 6-8 months
depending on storage conditions. As a general rule
before placing the battery into service, check the
battery condition and charge accordingly.
NOTE: New Batteries:
charged before use or battery life will be reduced by
10-30% of full potential. Charge battery for 3-5 hours
at a current equivalent of 1/10 of the battery's rated
amp/hour capacity. Do not use the alternator to
charge a new battery. (Refer to battery video PN
9917987).
(Conventional Battery Only) Inspect the battery fluid level.
When the electrolyte nears the lower level, remove the battery
and add distilled water only to the upper level line .
Maintain between
upper and lower
level marks
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Batteries must be fully
To Remove the Battery:
1. Disconnect holder strap and remove cover.
2. Disconnect battery negative (-) (black) cable first, followed
by the positive (+) (red) cable.
CAUTION
To reduce the chance of sparks: Whenever
removing the battery, disconnect the negative
(black) cable first. When reinstalling the battery,
install the negative cable last.
3. Disconnect the vent hose.
4. Remove the battery.
5. (Conventional Battery Only) Remove the filler caps and
add distilled water only as needed to bring each cell to the
proper level. Do not overfill the battery.
IMPORTANT: Use only distilled water.
contains minerals which are harmful to a battery.
IMPORTANT: Do not allow cleaning solution or tap
water to enter a battery, as it will shorten the life of the
battery.
6. Fully recharge the battery.
7. Reinstall battery caps (Conventional Battery Only).
8. Clean battery cables and terminals with a stiff wire brush.
Corrosion can be removed using a solution of one cup water
and one tablespoon baking soda. Rinse well with clean
water and dry thoroughly.
9. Reinstall battery, attaching positive (+) (red) cable first and
then the negative (-) (black) cable.
10. Reattach vent hose making sure it is properly routed and not
kinked or pinched.
11. Coat terminals and bolt threads with Dielectric Grease (PN
2871329).
12. Reinstall battery cover and holder strap.

Cooling System

The engine coolant level is controlled or maintained by the
recovery system. The recovery system components are the
recovery bottle, radiator filler neck, radiator pressure cap and
connecting hose.
As coolant operating temperature increases, the expanding
(heated) excess coolant is forced out of the radiator past the
pressure cap and into the recovery bottle. As engine coolant
temperature decreases the contracting (cooled) coolant is drawn
back up from the tank past the pressure cap and into the radiator.
• Some coolant level drop on new machines is normal as
the system is purging itself of trapped air. Observe
coolant levels often during the break-in period.
• Overheating of engine could occur if air is not fully
purged from system.
• Polaris Premium 60/40 anti-freeze is premixed and
ready to use. Do not dilute with water.
Tap water