Polaris 2015 600 / 800 RUCH Offroad Vehicle User Manual


 
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MAINTENANCE
Battery (if equipped)
Battery Installation
When installing a new battery, make sure it’s fully charged prior to its
initial use. Using a new battery that has not been fully charged can
damage the battery and result in a shorter life. It can also hinder vehicle
performance. Follow the battery charging instructions on page 132
before installing the battery.
1. Ensure that the battery is fully charged.
2. If the battery bracket was removed, reinstall the bracket.
3. Tighten the nuts.
Torque: 7 ft-lbs (10 Nm)
4. Tighten the screw.
Torque: 22 ft-lbs (30 Nm)
5. Place the battery in the battery holder.
6. Connect and tighten the red (positive) cable first.
7. Connect and tighten the black (negative) cable last.
8. Verify that cables are properly routed.
9. Install the battery shield. Tighten the shield screw.
Torque: 7 ft-lbs (10 Nm)
10. Install the right fender using the plastic rivet.
11. Reinstall the console using the two plastic rivets.
12. Reinstall the side panel.
Battery Storage
Whenever the vehicle is not used for a period of three months or more,
remove the battery from the vehicle, ensure that it's fully charged, and
store it out of the sun in a cool, dry place. Check battery voltage each
month during storage and recharge as needed to maintain a full charge.
TIP:Battery charge can be maintained by using a POLARIS Battery Tender
TM
charger or by charging about once a month to make up for normal self-
discharge. Battery Tender
TM
can be left connected during the storage
period, and will automatically charge the battery if the voltage drops below a
pre-determined point.