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ELECTRICAL
9-25
CONVENTIONAL BATTERY OFF SEASON
STORAGE
To prevent battery damage during extended periods of
non-use, the following basic battery maintenance items must
be performed:
◎
Remove the battery from the machine and wash the case
and battery tray with a mild solution of baking soda and water.
Rinse with lots of fresh water after cleaning.
NOTE: Do not get any of the baking soda into the
battery or the acid will be neutralized.
◎
Using a wire brush or knife, remove any corrosion from the
cables and terminals.
◎
Make sure that the electrolyte is at the proper level. Add
distilled water if necessary.
◎
Charge at a rate no greater than 1/10 of the battery’s
amp/hr capacity until the electrolyte’s specific gravity reaches
1.270 or greater.
◎
Store the battery either in the machine with the cables
disconnected, or store in a cool place.
NOTE: Stored batteries lose their charge at the rate of
1% per day. Recharge to full capacity every 30 to 60
days during a non-use period. If the battery is stored
during the winter months, electrolyte will freeze at
higher temperatures as the battery discharges. The
chart below indicates freezing points by specific
gravity.
Electrolyte Freezing Points
Specific Gravity - Electrolyte Freezing Point
1.265
-80
℃
(-75
℉
)
1.225
-37
℃
(-35
℉
)
1.200
-27
℃
(-17
℉
)
1.150
-15
℃
(+5
℉
)
1.100
-8
℃
(+18
℉
)
1.050
-3
℃
(+27
℉
)
CONVENTIONAL BATTERY CHARGING
PROCEDURE
1. Remove the battery from the ATV to prevent damage from
leaking or spilled acid during charging.
2. Charge the battery with a charging output no larger than
1/10 of the battery’s amp/hr rating. Charge as needed to raise
the specific gravity to 1.270 or greater.
3. Install battery in vehicle with positive terminal toward the
front. Coat threads of battery bolt with a corrosion resistant
dielectric grease.
4. Connect battery cables.
To avoid the possibility of explosion, connect
positive (red) cable first and negative (black) cable
last.
5. After connecting the battery cables, install the cover on the
battery and attach the hold down strap.
6. Install clear battery vent tube from vehicle to battery vent.
Vent tube must be free from obstructions and kinks
and securely installed. If not, battery gases could
accumulate and cause an explosion. Vent should be
routed away from frame and body to prevent contact
with electrolyte. Avoid skin contact with electrolyte,
as severe burns could result. If electrolyte contacts
the vehicle frame, corrosion will occur.
7. Route cables so they are tucked away in front and behind
battery.
8. Reinstall battery, attaching positive (+) (red) cable first and
then the negative (-) (black) cable. Coat terminals and bolt
threads with Dielectric Grease.
9. (Conventional Lead/Acid Batteries Only) Install clear
battery vent tube from vehicle to battery vent.
Vent tube must be free from obstructions and kinks
and securely installed. If not, battery gases could
accumulate and cause an explosion. Vent should be
routed away from frame and body to prevent contact
with electrolyte. Do not contact the electrolyte; it
may make your skin severe burns. If electrolyte
contacts the vehicle frame, corrosion will occur.
10. Route cables so they are tucked away in front and behind
battery.
11. Reinstall battery cover and holder strap.
Do not run the engine with the battery disconnected.
Electrical components can become damaged.