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9924871 R03 - 2014 Polaris Sportsman® 570 EFI Service Manual
© Copyright 2013 Polaris Sales Inc.
NOTE:
New Batteries: Batteries must be fully
charged before use or battery life will be reduced by
10-30% of full potential. Charge battery for 3-5 hours
at a current equivalent of 1/10 of the battery's rated
amp/hour capacity. Do not use the alternator to
charge a new battery. (Refer to Battery Activation
and Maintenance video PN 9917987)
NEVER
attempt to add electrolyte or water to a Low
Maintenance battery. Doing so will damage the case and
shorten the life of the battery. Refer to the Battery
Maintenance Video (
PN 9917987
) for proper instruction
on servicing Low Maintenance batteries.
TO SERVICE A LOW MAINTENANCE BATTERY:
1. Remove battery from the vehicle.
2. Test battery with a voltage meter or load tester to
determine battery condition. This will determine the
length of time required to charge the battery to full
capacity. Refer to capacity table.
3. Charge battery using a variable rate charger.
Low Maintenance Battery Charging
If battery voltage is 12.8 V or less, the battery may need
recharging. When using an automatic charger, refer to
the charger manufacturer's instructions for recharging.
When using a constant current charger, use the following
guidelines for recharging.
NOTE: Always verify battery condition before and 1-
2 hours after the end of charging.
WARNING
An overheated battery could explode, causing severe
injury or death. Always watch charging times carefully.
Stop charging if the battery becomes very warm to the
touch. Allow it to cool before resuming charging.
STATE OF
CHARGE
VOLTAGE ACTION
CHARGE
TIME
100%
12.8-13 V
None, check
voltage at 3
mos. after
manufacture
date
None
Required
75-100%
12.5-12.8
V
May need slight
charge
3-6 Hours
50-75%
12.0-12.5
V
Needs Charge
5-11 Hours
25-50%
11.5-12.0
V
Needs Charge
At least 13
hours,
verify state
of charge
0-25%
11.5 V
or less
Needs Charge
At least 20
hours
Low Maintenance Battery Inspection /
Removal
The battery is located on the rear, left-side of the frame.
1.
Remove the seat and Disconnect holder strap.
2.
Disconnect battery negative (-) (black) cable first,
followed by the positive (+) (red) cable.
CAUTION
Whenever removing or reinstalling the battery,
disconnect the negative (black) cable first and reinstall
the negative cable last!
3.
Remove the battery.
ELECTRICAL
