Maintenance, Battery (if equipped), Battery charging – Polaris 2016 600 Rush PRO-S User Manual

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MAINTENANCE

Battery (if equipped)

Battery Charging

For a refresh charge, follow all instructions carefully.

1. Check the battery voltage with a voltmeter or multimeter. A fully

charged battery will register 12.8 V or higher.

2. If the voltage is less than 12.8 volts, recharge the battery at 1.2 amps

or less until the battery voltage is 12.8 or greater.

Tip: When using an automatic charger, refer to the charger manufacturer's

instructions for recharging. When using a constant current charger, use the
following guidelines for recharging.

WARNING! An overheated battery may explode, causing severe injury or
death. Always watch charging times carefully. Stop charging if the battery
becomes very warm to the touch. Allow it to cool before resuming charging.

Tip: Always verify battery condition before and 1-2 hours after the end of

charging.

State of

Charge

Voltage

Action

Charge Time

(Using constant current

charger @ standard amps

specified on top of battery)

100%

12.8-13.0 volts

None, check at 3

mos. from date of

manufacture

None required

75%-100%

12.5-12.8 volts

May need slight

charge, if no

charge given,

check in 3 months

3-6 hours

50%-75%

12.0-12.5 volts

Needs charge

5-11 hours

25%-50%

11.5-12.0 volts

Needs charge

At least 13 hours,

verify state of charge

0%-25%

11.5 volts or less

Needs charge with

desulfating charger

At least 20 hours

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