Battery Service; Battery Specifications; General Battery Information; Battery Removal (Non-High Lifter) - Polaris Sportsman 850 Service Manual

BATTERY SERVICE

BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS

BATTERY PN 4011496
Polaris / Yuasa YTX20HL-BS
Type
Sealed - Maintenance Free
Voltage
12 Vdc
Nominal Capacity
18 AH
@ 10 HR Rate
CCA 310
Nominal Open
12.8 Vdc or more.
Circuit Voltage
Recommended
1.8A @ 5-10 HR
Charging Rate

GENERAL BATTERY INFORMATION

WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:
Batteries, battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds, and
other chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
WARNING
Battery electrolyte is poisonous. It contains acid!
Serious burns can result from contact with the 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
a 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 closed space.
Always shield eyes when working near batteries.
Keep out of reach of children.
1. Check battery voltage with a volt/ohm meter. A fully
charged battery should be 12.8 V or higher.
2. If the voltage is below 12.6 V, the battery will need to
be recharged (see "Charging Procedure"). Charging
Procedure , page 11.76
NOTE
Never attempt to add electrolyte or distilled water to a
Maintenance Free battery. Doing so will damage the
case and shorten the life of the battery.
To service a Maintenance Free battery:
3. Remove battery from the vehicle (see Chapter 2).
4. Test battery with a voltage meter or load tester to
determine battery condition. This will determine the
length of time required to charge the battery to full
capacity. Refer to OCV table (see "OCV - Open
Circuit Voltage Test"). OCV - Open Circuit Voltage
Test, page 11.75
5. Charge the battery as recommended (see "Charging
Procedure").Charging Procedure , page 11.76

BATTERY REMOVAL (NON-HIGH LIFTER)

1. Remove the front rack or storage box to access the
battery.
2. Remove the (2) Torx screws
w
cover and remove the cover from the vehicle.
ELECTRICAL
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retaining the front
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