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GENER
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L MAINTENAN
CE
NOTE: If the battery voltage is
11.5 DC Volts or less, some char-
gers may “cut off” and fail to
charge. If this occurs, connect a
fully charged booster battery in
parallel (positive to positive and
negative to negative) for a short
period of time with the charger
connected. After 10-15 minutes,
disconnect the booster battery
leaving the charger connected and
the charger should continue to
charge. If the charger “cuts off,”
replace the battery.
6. After charging the battery for the
specified time, remove the battery
charger and allow the battery to sit
for 1-2 hours.
7. Connect the multimeter and test
the battery voltage. The meter
should read at least 12.5 DC Volts.
If the voltage is as specified, the
battery is ready for service.
NOTE: If voltage in step 7 is
below specifications, charge the
battery an additional 1-5 hours;
then retest.
8. Place the battery in the battery
compartment; then coat the battery
posts and cable ends with a light
coat of multi-purpose grease.
9. Connect the battery cables (posi-
tive cable first); then install the
battery hold-down.
NOTE: Arctic Cat highly recom-
mends all ATV batteries be con-
nected to a maintenance charger
during storage or any extended
period of non-use. The charger
MUST have an automatic float,
storage-safe, or pulse mainte-
nance mode to avoid battery dam-
age due to long-term
overcharging. To connect the
maintenance charger, use any of
the following procedures.
A. Remove the battery cover; then
connect the charger leads (posi-
tive cable first) directly to the
battery.
B. Locate the rear accessory con-
nector and connect the charger
leads (positive cable first)
directly to the connector.
C. Using an appropriate adapter,
connect the charger to any DC
power outlet.
! 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.
Battery Charging Chart
(Constant-Current Charger)
Battery
Voltage
(DC)
Charge
State
Charge Time
Required
(at 1.5-2.0
Amps)
12.5-13.0
100%
None
12.2-12.4
75%-99%
3-6 hours
12.0-12.2
50%-74%
5-11 hours
11.0-11.9
25%-49%
13 hours
(minimum)
11.5 or less
0-24%
20 hours
(minimum)
CAUTION
Before installing the battery, make
sure the ignition switch is in the
OFF position.
CAUTION
Connecting cables in reverse (posi-
tive to negative and negative to pos-
itive) can cause serious damage to
the electrical system.
