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ELECTRICAL
9923523 - 2012 RANGER RZR 570 Service Manual
© Copyright 2011 Polaris Sales Inc.
Battery Activation
To ensure maximum service life and performance from a
new battery, perform the following steps. NOTE: Do n ot
service the battery unless it will be put into regular service
within 30 days. After initial service, add only distilled water
to the battery. Nev er add e lectrolyte a fter a b attery ha s
been in service.
NOTE: New Battery: Battery
must be fully charged
before use or b attery life will b e significantly
reduced 10-30% of the battery’s full potential.
To activate a new battery:
1. Remove all the filling plugs.
2. Remove the sealing tube (red
cap) from vent fitting.
3. Place battery on a level surface.
Fill battery with
electrolyte to upper level marks on the battery case.
NOTE: Never act ivate a ba t
tery o n th e v ehicle.
Electrolyte spills can cause damage.
4. Set ba ttery aside to al low for acid a bsorption an d
s
tabilization for 30 minutes.
5. Add e lectrolyte to bring the level back to the up per
level mark
on the battery case.
6. Charge battery for 10 - 17 hours at 1 to 1.5 AMPS.
7. Check during initial charging to
see if electrolyte level
has fallen, and if s o, fill with acid to the upper level.
After adding, charge for another hour at the same rate.
NOTE: This is t he la st time t
hat e lectrolyte sh ould
be a dded. I f t he level b ecomes lo w af ter t his point,
add only distilled water.
8. When charging is complete , install the filling plugs
fir
mly.
IMPORTANT: Do not a pply e xcessive pre ssure.
Fin
ger tighten only. Do not over-tighten.
9. Wash off s pilled acid wit h water and bak
ing soda
solution, paying particular attention that any acid is
washed off the terminals. Dry the battery case.
Battery Removal / Installation
See Ch apter 2 “Ma intenance” for battery re moval an d
installation procedures.
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.
The gases given off by a battery are explosive.
Any spark or open flame near a battery can
cause an explosion which will spray battery acid
on anyone close to it. Should there be contact
with battery acid, wash the affected area with
large quantities of cool water and seek
immediate medical attention.
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