Polaris Outlaw 500, Service Manual

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ELECTRICAL
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BATTERY SERVICE
Battery Maintenance
All Outlaw ATV batteries are Maintenance-Free design
and construction. Before placing the battery into
service, check the battery condition and charge
accordingly. Use of Conventional Lead-Acid batteries
is not recommended.
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 (i.e. 9 amp hr x .10 = .9 amp charging). Do not
use the alternator to charge a new battery.
Maintenance-Free batteries are sealed at the factory.
The use of lead-calcium instead of lead-antimony
allows the battery acid to be fully absorbed by the
plates. Therefore, a Maintenance-Free battery case is
opaque and the sealing caps are not removable, since
there is no need to check electrolyte level.
NEVER attempt to add electrolyte or water to a
Maintenance-Free battery. Doing so will damage the
case and shorten the life of the battery.
Battery Inspection / Removal
The battery is located under the front cab at the front of the ATV.
Removal of the front cab assembly is required to access the
battery. Refer to Chapter 5 for front cab removal.
To remove the battery:
1. Remove the front cab.
2. Disconnect holder strap.
3. Disconnect battery negative (–) (black) cable first,
followed by the positive (+) (red) cables.
4. Remove the battery.
5. Clean battery cables and terminals with a stiff wire brush.
Corrosion can be removed using a solution of one cup water
and one tablespoon baking soda. Rinse well with clean
water and dry thoroughly. Test battery for condition and
charge accordingly.
6. Reinstall battery, attaching positive (+) (red) cable first and
then the negative (–) (black) cable.
7. Coat terminals and bolt threads with Dielectric Grease ( PN
2871329 ).
8. Reinstall the holder strap.
9. Reinstall the battery caps.
10. Charge battery at 1/10 of its amp/hour rating. Example: 1/
10 of 14 amp battery = 1.4 amp
11. Reinstall the battery after testing.
WARNING
Battery electrolyte is poisonous. It contains
sulfuric acid. Serious burns can result from
contact 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
batteries. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN.
CAUTION
To reduce the chance of sparks: Whenever
removing the battery, disconnect the
negative (black) cable first. When reinstalling
the battery, install the negative cable last.
Battery
Location