Owner's manual

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
A battery overheated from improper charging could ex-
plode causing severe injury or death. Always monitor
the battery charging carefully. Stop charging if the bat-
tery becomes very warm to the touch. Allow it to cool
before resuming charging.
8. After charging , remove the battery charger
9. Test the battery voltage again. The meter should read at least
12.5 DC Volts. If the voltage is as specified, the battery is ready
to be reinstalled in the ATV
10. Reinstall the battery into the battery compartment and apply a
light coat of dielectric grease on the battery posts and cable
ends
11. Connect the battery cables (positive cable first), reattach the
battery compartment cover and close the hood
Before installing the battery, make sure the UTV’s igni-
tion switch is in the OFF position.
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 NOTE: If the meter indicates the proper voltage, the bat-
tery may be reinstalled in the UTV (see step 10).
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 NOTE: If the meter indicates the voltage is low, charge
the battery using a automatic battery charge specially
designed for use on MF-type batteries. When using an
automatic battery charger, always follow the charger
manufacturer's instructions.
Connecting the battery cables in reverse (positive to
negative and negative to positive) can cause serious
damage to the electrical system.
Battery acid is harmful if it contacts eyes, skin, or clothing.
Extreme care must be taken whenever handling a battery.
FUSES
The main, 30A fuse is located on the starter relay. The fuse
box holds the other fuses and is located in the battery com-
partment under the hood of your UXV500. The fuse box ac-
cepts small, blade-style fuses. To inspect or replace a fuse in
the fuse box, follow this procedure:
1. Turn off the ignition switch and open the hood
2. Remove the battery compartment cover
3. Remove the fuse box cap
4. Pull the old fuse from the fuse holder
5. Push the new fuse into the fuse holder
6. Reinstall the fuse box cap
7. Reinstall the battery compartment cover and close the hood
To prevent an accidental shirt-circuit, turn off the main
ignition switch before inspecting or replacing a fuse.