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BATTERY
The battery is located in a battery tray
above the rear final drive gear box. It is
accessible from the rear of the ATV.
After being in service, batteries require
regular cleaning and recharging in
order to deliver peak performance and
maximum service life. The following
procedure is recommended for clean-
ing and maintaining a sealed battery.
Always read and follow instructions
provided with battery chargers and bat-
tery products.
NOTE: Battery maintenance can
be performed by the ATV owner if
qualified to do so. If the owner
does not feel qualified, take the
ATV to an authorized Arctic Cat
ATV dealer for this service. This
service is at the discretion and
expense of the ATV owner.
1. Remove the battery hold-down;
then disconnect the battery cables
(negative cable first).
2. Remove the battery from the bat-
tery compartment; then thoroughly
wash the battery and battery com-
partment with soap and water.
NOTE: If battery posts, cable
ends, or the battery case has a
build-up of white/green powder
residue, apply water and baking
soda to neutralize acid; then flush
off with warm soapy water.
3. Using a wire brush, clean the bat-
tery posts and cable ends removing
all corrosive buildup. Replace
damaged cables or cable ends.
4. Using a multimeter, test the battery
voltage. The meter must read at
least 12.5 DC Volts for a fully
charged battery.
NOTE: At this point, if the meter
reads as specified, the battery may
be returned to service (see step 8).
5. If the meter reads less than speci-
fied voltage, charge the battery
using the following guidelines.
A. When using an automatic bat-
tery charger, always follow the
charger manufacturer’s instruc-
tions.
B. When using a constant-current
battery charger, use the follow-
ing Battery Charging Chart.
! WARNING
Anytime service is performed on a
battery, the following must be
observed: keep sparks, open flame,
cigarettes, or any other flame away.
Always wear safety glasses. Protect
skin and clothing when handing a
battery. When servicing battery in
enclosed space, keep the area well-
ventilated.
CAUTION
Do not remove seal strip.
! WARNING
Battery acid is harmful if it contacts
eyes, skin, or clothing. Care must be
taken whenever handling a battery.
CAUTION
Never exceed the standard charg-
ing rate.
! WARNING
An overheated battery could
explode causing severe injury or
death. Always monitor charging
times and charge rates carefully.
Stop charging if the battery
becomes very warm to the touch.
Allow it to cool before resuming
charging.
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