Owner's manual

BATTERY INSPECTIONS
Inspect battery terminal connections monthly. Clean batteries as recommended.
Using an insulated wrench, torque bolts to 8 ft. lbs. (11 Nm).
BATTERY CLEANING
Always keep battery terminals and connections free of corrosion. To clean,
remove corrosion with a stiff wire brush. Wash with a solution of one tablespoon
baking soda and one cup water. Rinse well with tap water and dry off with clean
shop towels. Coat battery terminals with dielectric grease or petroleum jelly.
NOTE
Do not allow cleaning solution or tap water to enter the batteries.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
With proper care and maintenance as outlined in this owner’s manual, battery
life could be extended up to four years or longer, depending on the amount of
use. When battery replacement is necessary, please see your authorized
POLARIS dealer.
WARNING
Handling batteries and electrical components improperly can result in serious
injury or death. Do not attempt to remove batteries or battery cables. Always
see your dealer for battery-related service.
BATTERY FLUID
A poorly maintained battery will
deteriorate rapidly. Check the battery
fluid level often. Add only distilled water.
Tap water contains minerals that are
harmful to a battery. Unless the plates
are exposed before charging, distilled
water should be added to a battery after
charging. If the plates
e
are exposed,
add water to about 1/8 inch (3 mm)
above the plates, then charge. Check
the fluid level again after charging.
Maintain the fluid level 1/4 inch (6 mm)
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below the bottom of the fill well
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in
the cell cover. Do not overfill.
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MAINTENANCE