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3. Connect the red terminal lead from the charger to the positive ter-
minal of the battery; then connect the black terminal lead of the
charger to the negative terminal of the battery.
4. Plug the charger into a 110-volt electrical outlet.
5. By pushing the Mode button (A) on the left side of the charger,
select the Normal Charge Icon (E). The Normal Charge Indicator
(C) should illuminate on the upper left portion of the charger.
6. The battery will charge to 95% of its capacity at which time the
Maintenance Charge Indicator (D) will illuminate.
NOTE: For optimal charge and performance, leave the charger
connected to the battery for a minimum 1 hour after the Mainte-
nance Charge Indicator (D) illuminates. If the battery becomes
hot to the touch, stop charging. Resume after it has cooled.
7. Once the battery has reached full charge, unplug the charger from
the 110-volt electrical outlet.
NOTE: If, after charging, the battery does not perform to
operator expectations, bring the battery to an authorized
Arctic Cat dealer for further troubleshooting.
Jump-Starting
NOTE: Arctic Cat does not recommend jump-starting a vehi-
cle with a dead battery but rather to remove the battery, service
it, and correctly charge it; however, in an emergency, it may be
necessary to jump-start a vehicle. If so, use the following pro-
cedure to carefully and safely complete this procedure.
1. On the vehicle to be jump-started, remove the battery cover and any
terminal boots.
2. Inspect the battery for any signs of electrolyte leaks, loose termi-
nals, or bulging sides. Leaking or bulging battery cases may indi-
cate a frozen or shorted battery.
3. Inspect the vehicle to be used for jump-starting to determine if volt-
age and ground polarity are compatible. The vehicle must have a
12-volt DC, negative ground electrical system.
4. Move the vehicle to be used for the jump-start close enough to ensure the
jumper cables easily reach; then shift into neutral, set and lock the brakes,
shut off all electrical accessories, and turn the ignition switch OFF.
NOTE: Make sure all switches on the vehicle to be jump-
started are turned OFF.
! WARNING
Improper handling or connecting of a battery may result in
severe injury including acid burns, electrical burns, or blindness
as a result of an explosion. Always remove rings and watches.
! WARNING
Any time 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 handling a battery. When servicing
battery in enclosed space, keep the area well-ventilated.
Make sure battery venting is not obstructed.
! WARNING
If any of these conditions exist, DO NOT attempt a jump-start,
boost, or charge the battery. An explosion could occur caus-
ing serious injury.
CAUTION
Always make sure the electrical systems are of the same voltage
and ground polarity prior to connecting jumper cables. If not,
severe electrical damage may occur.
