Arctic Cat Z Series 2006, Operator'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE 53
CHARGING BATTERY (Electric
Start Models)
Standard with Removable Caps

NOTE: The level of the battery
fluid must be kept between the
MAX and MIN level lines at all
times. If the level drops below the
MIN level line, add only distilled
water until it reaches MAX level
line.
To remove and charge the battery,
use the following procedure:
1. Remove the negative battery
cable; then remove the positive
cable and the battery vent tube.
Remove the battery from the
snowmobile. Care should be
taken not to damage the vent
tube.
2. Remove the vent plugs; then (if
necessary) fill the battery with
distilled water to the MAX
level indicated on the battery.
3. Trickle charge the battery at 1.4
amps for 10 hours.
4. After charging, check fluid
level and fill with distilled
water as necessary; then install
vent plugs.
! CAUTION
If a spark plug is light gray,
white, or black and another is
tan or light brow n, take the
snowmobile to an authorized
Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer
for inspection and service. If not
under warranty, this service is at
the discretion and expense of
the snowmobile owner.
! WARNING
Battery acid is harmful if it con-
tacts eyes, skin, or clothing.
Care must be taken whenever
handling a battery.
! 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 cloth-
ing when handling batteries.
W h e n s e r v i c i n g b a t t e r y i n
enclosed space, keep the area
well-ventilated. Make sure bat-
tery venting is not obstructed.
! WARNING
Battery posts, terminals, and
related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the state of California
to cause cancer and reproduc-
tive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
! WARNING
Avoid spillage and contact with
skin, eyes, and clothing.
! CAUTION
Do not charge the battery while
it is in the snowmobile with the
battery terminals connected.
! CAUTION
N ev e r e x c e e d t h e s t a n d a rd
charging rate.
! CAUTION
Before installing the battery,
make sure the ignition switch is
in the OFF position.