AGM Battery Maintenance and Charging
AGM Battery Maintenance
The sealed battery is already filled with electrolyte and has been sealed and fully charged at the factory. Never pry the sealing strip off or add any other fluid to this battery.
The single most important thing about maintaining a sealed battery is to keep it fully charged. Check the battery voltage with a voltmeter or multimeter. A fully charged battery will register 12.8 V or higher. If the voltage falls below 12.5V, charge it immediately, or the battery runs the risk of sulfation and reduced battery life.
If you do not drive the vehicle for more than TWO WEEKS, Polaris recommends using a BatteryMINDer® 2012 AGM - 2 AMP charger (PN 2830438), which can be ordered through your dealer. During charging, place the charger outside of the vehicle and protect it from moisture.
To connect a trickle charge to your vehicle’s battery, perform the following steps:
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Locate battery charge port 1.
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Connect port to charger and place charger outside vehicle in a dry location.
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Allow battery to attain a full charge.
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Disconnect charger from port. Re-install seat.
AGM Battery Charging
If you plan to store
the vehicle for ONE MONTH or longer, remove the battery from the vehicle,
then store the battery in a cool and dry location.
Continue to maintain the battery with the BatteryMINDer®
2012 AGM - 2 AMP charger. When using an automatic charger other than
a BatteryMINDer 2012-AGM - 2 AMP charger, refer to the charger manufacturer's
instructions for recharging.
If using a constant current charger (instead of BatteryMINDer® 2012 AGM - 2 AMP charger), use the guidelines below. Always verify battery condition before and 1-2 hours after the end of charging.
State of Charge | Voltage (DC) | Action | Charge Time* |
100% | 12.8-13.0 volts | None, check monthly | None required |
75%-100% | 12.6-12.8 volts | May need slight charge, if no charge given, check in 2 weeks | 3-6 hours |
50%-75% | 12.3-12.6 volts | Needs charge | 5-11 hours |
25%-50% | 12.0-12.3 volts | Needs charge | At least 13 hours |
0%-25% | 12.0 volts or less | Needs charge | At least 20 hours |
* Using AGM specific charger at standard amps specified on top of battery |