OPERATION
Pre-Operation Inspection
Battery
WARNING
Causing sparks while servicing the battery or servicing the battery when gas fumes are present can result in an explosion, causing serious injury or death.
Never create a spark while servicing the battery. If you smell fuel in the craft, do not service the battery. Take the watercraft to your dealer immediately for inspection.
Confirm that the battery terminal connections are tight, and make sure the battery is securely
fastened in its mounting 1 position. Inspect the battery
for leaks, and check the vent hose for kinks or blockage.
Check the battery fluid level and add only distilled water if the level is low. Tap water contains minerals that are harmful to a battery. Maintain the fluid level between the upper and lower marks (1) on the battery.
Keep the battery in good condition and fully charged at all times, as a weak battery can leave you stranded. Never operate the watercraft with a battery that’s too weak to start the engine or shows signs of loss of power.
Use a trickle charger to maintain the battery’s charge during the off season. Doing so will ensure a good battery at the end of the storage period and a longer life for the battery.
NOTE: The Polaris Battery Tendert battery charger can be left connected during the storage period and will automatically charge the battery if the voltage drops below a
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