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B. When using a constant-current
battery charger, use the follow-
ing Battery Charging Chart.
NOTE: If the battery voltage is
11.5 DC Volts or less, some char-
gers may “cut off” and fail to
charge. If this occurs, connect a
fully charged booster battery in
parallel (positive to positive and
negative to negative) for a short
period of time with the charger
connected. After 10-15 minutes,
disconnect the booster battery
leaving the charger connected and
the charger should continue to
charge. If the charger “cuts off,”
replace the battery.
7. After charging the battery for the
specified time, remove the battery
charger and allow the battery to sit
for 1-2 hours.
8. Connect the multimeter and test the
battery voltage. The meter should
read no less than 12.5 DC Volts. If
the voltage is as specified, the bat-
tery is ready for service.
NOTE: If voltage in step 8 is below
specifications, charge the battery
an additional 1-5 hours; then retest.
The battery is ready for service.
9. Place the battery into position in the
snowmobile; then coat the battery
posts and cable ends with a light
coat of multi-purpose grease.
10. Secure the red positive cable to the
positive terminal on the battery
using a cap screw, lock washer, and
a flat washer. Tighten securely.
11. Secure the main black negative
cable and the small black negative
cable to the battery using a cap
screw, lock washer, and a flat
washer. Tighten securely.
NOTE: Assure the harness wires
and cables are routed properly as
noted during removing battery proce-
dure.
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12. Install the battery bracket/solenoid
and tighten the two lock nuts to 1.2
kg-m (105 in.-lb); then install the
seat and secure with the torx-head
screw. Tighten securely.
NOTE: Prior to lowering and
securing the seat, connect the seat
heater harness connector.
CAUTION
Never exceed the standard charg-
ing rate.
WARNING
An overheated battery could explode
causing severe injury or death.
Always monitor charging times and
charge rates carefully. Stop charging
if the battery becomes very warm to
the touch. Allow it to cool before
resuming charging.
Battery Charging Chart
(Constant-Current Charger)
Battery
Voltage
(DC)
Charge
State
Charge Time
Required (at 1.5-
2.0 Amps)
12.5 (mini-
mum)
100%
None
12.2-12.4 75%-99%
3-6 hours
12.0-12.2 50%-74%
5-11 hours
11.0-11.9 25%-49% 13 hours (minimum)
11.5 or less 0-24%
20 hours (minimum)
CAUTION
Before installing the battery, make
sure the ignition switch is in the
OFF position.
CAUTION
Connecting cables in reverse (pos-
itive to negative and negative to
positive) can cause serious dam-
age to the electrical system.
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