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Battery
When your snowmobile is placed in storage for one month or more:
DRemove the battery.
DCharge it to the proper level.
DStore it in a cool dry place.
Before using the battery, take it to your dealer for testing and
recharging.
Batteries may freeze if not fully char ged, resulting in cell damage.
Charge Condition: Will Freeze At:
100% -75° F (-59° C)
75% -24° F (-31° C)
50% 0° F (-18° C)
25% +13° F (-11° C)
0% +18° F (-8° C)
Battery Installation
1 P lace the battery in its holder. Attach the hold down strap.
2 Install the battery vent line. It must be free from obstructions and
securely installed. Route the vent line properlyto preventkinks andt o
allow for proper drainage.
3 C onnect and tighten the red (positive) cable first.
4 C onnect and tighten the black (negative) cable last.
5 Verify that cables and vent hose are properly routed.
Batteries c ontain gases that can explode. If the battery vent
tube is pinched or kinked, battery gas es could accumulate.
Whenever removing or installing the battery, disconnect the
negative (black) cable first and reinstall the negative cable last
to avoid the possibility of explosion.
Battery electrolyte contains acid. Avoid skin contact with
electrolyte as severe burns may r esult.
WARNING