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MAINTENANCE
Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers.
The correct cleaning technique is to spray the top
and sides of the battery with a solution of sodium
bicarbonate (baking soda) and water. This solution
is best applied with a garden type sprayer
equipped with a
non metallic spray wand or a
plastic spray bottle
. The solution should consist
of the amounts of sodium bicarbonate (baking
soda) and clear water shown below. In addition to
the battery, special attention should be paid to
metal components adjacent to the battery which
should also be sprayed with the sodium bicarbon-
ate (baking soda) solution.
Allow the solution to sit for at least three minutes;
use a soft bristle brush or cloth to wipe the tops of
the battery to remove any residue that could con-
tribute to the self discharge of the battery. Rinse
the entire area with low pressure clear water. Do
not use a pressure washer.
AIR INTAKE AND COOLING FINS
To prevent possible burns, engine parts should be kept clean to reduce risk of overheating and
ignition of accumulated debris. After every off road use, allow to cool and then check for a build
up of dirt and debris in the air intake and cooling fins. Dirt and debris may clog the engine’s air
cooling system. Clean areas shown to prevent engine damage. Keep linkages, springs and con-
trols clean. Keep area around muffler free of any combustible material.
At least once a year, (or more often under adverse condi-
tions) the cooling system should be cleaned. Cleaning will
assure an adequate supply of air to the cooling fins. Com-
pressed air may be used for routine cooling system mainte-
nance.
1 1/2 GAL (6 Liters) Water
Non-Metalic Wand
1/4 Cup (60 ML)
Sodium Bicarbonate
(Baking Soda)
2 GAL (8 Liters)
Garden Sprayer
(1 1/2 GAL (6 Liters)
Baking Powder Solution
