LEAD ACID CONVENTIONAL BATTERIES

Do NOT activate the battery unless it will be put into regular service within 30 days. Bulk acid should be used to activate the battery.

Always remove the sealing cap from the vent elbow before activating the battery. Never put the sealing cap back onto the battery. The gas pressure can cause the battery to rupture.

Let the battery sit for 30 minutes after you add the initial electrolyte. Once absorbed, fill the battery with additional electrolyte to the upper line of the electrolyte level indicator. This is the only time that electrolyte should be added to the battery.

Once the battery is fully charged, replace cap plugs by hand. Do NOT use a tool to install the cap plugs.

The battery must be fully charged before use or battery life will be significantly reduced by 10-30% of the battery's full potential.

Nominal voltage is 12.6 to 12.8 Volts when fully charged. If the voltage falls below 12.5V, charge it immediately, or the battery service life and vehicle performance may be affected.

Polaris recommends using a BatteryMINDer® 12V 1.5 AMP Convertible (PN 2830511) charger (or a similar charger), which can be ordered through your normal parts channel.

Charge the battery with a charging output no larger than 10% of the battery’s amp-hour rating.

Recharge the battery to its full capacity every 30 to 60 days.

If the battery is stored or used in a partially charged condition, battery service life and vehicle performance may be adversely affected.

Never add any electrolyte to the battery once the battery is in service. After the battery is initially activated, only distilled water should be added to maintain electrolyte levels.

Store the battery in the vehicle with the cables disconnected, or store the battery in a cool / dry location. Batteries will self discharge more rapidly when stored in extreme temperatures.

If the test fails, fully charge the battery.

Proper load testing of the battery requires special equipment and can be performed by your dealer.