Polaris 2005 Sportsman MV7, Service Manual

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ELECTRICAL
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BATTERY IDENTIFICATION
NOTICE: It is important to identify what type of
battery you have installed in your ATV. Different types
of batteries require different service procedures.
Proper servicing and upkeep of your battery is very
important for maintaining long battery life.
Your ATV may have a Conventional Battery or a
Sealed Low Maintenance Battery. To identify which
type of battery your ATV has, refer to the illustration
below and follow the correct service and charging
procedures that follow in the manual.
CONVENTIONAL BATTERY
Removable
Caps
Electrolyte Level
Indicator
Top View
Side View
SEALED LOW
MAINTENANCE BATTERY
No Caps
(Non--removable
sealed top)
Top View
Side View
Polaris sticker
BATTERY ACTIVATION
(CONVENTIONAL)
WARNING
Battery electrolyte is poisonous. It contains
sulfuric acid. Serious burns can result from con-
tact with skin, eyes or clothing. Antidote:
External: Flush with water.
Internal: Drink large quantities of water or milk.
Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg, or
vegetable oil. Call physician immediately.
Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes and get
prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases.
Keep
sparks, flame, cigarettes, etc. away. Ventilate
when charging or using in an enclosed space.
Always shield eyes when working near batter-
ies. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
WARNING: The gases given off by a battery are
explosive. Any spark or open flame near a battery can
cause an explosion which will spray battery acid on
anyone close to it. Should there be contact with
battery acid, wash the affected area with large
quantities of cool water and seek immediate medical
attention.
To ensure maximum service life and performance
from a new battery, perform the following steps.
NOTE: Do not service the battery unless it will be put
into regular service within 30 days. After initial
service, add only distilled water to the battery.
Never add electrolyte after a battery has been in
service.
NOTE: New Battery: Battery must be fully charged
before use or battery life will be significantly reduced
10-30% of the battery’s full potential.
To activate a new battery:
1. Remove vent plug from vent fitting. Remove cell
caps.
2. Fill battery with electrolyte to upper level marks on
case.
3. Set battery aside to allow for acid absorption and
stabilization for 30 minutes.
4. Add electrolyte to bring level back to upper level
mark on case. NOTE: This is the last time that
electrolyte should be added. If the level becomes
low after this point, add only distilled water.
5. Charge battery at 1/10 of its amp/hour rating.
Examples: 1/10 of 9 amp battery = .9 amp; 1/10