2003 Polaris Sportsman 600, 2002-2003 Polaris Sportsman 700 Service Manual, Page 244Get this manual

2003 Polaris Sportsman 600, 2002-2003 Polaris Sportsman 700 Service Manual, Page 244

ELECTRICAL SPECIFIC GRAVITY State of charge 100 Charged 75 Charged 50 Charged 25 Charged Charged Conventional lead-acid 1.265 1.210 1.160 1.120 less than 1.100 YuMicront Type 1.275 1.225 1.175 1.135 less than 1.115 GCharge at rate no greater than 110 of the battery amphr capacity until the electrolyte specific gravity reaches 1.270 or greaterGStore the battery either in the machine with the cables disconnected, or store in cool placeNOTE: Stored batteries lose their charge at the rate of per dayRecharge to full capacity every 30 to 60 days during non-use periodIf the battery is stored during the winter months, electrolyte will freeze at higher temperatures as the battery dischargesThe chart below indicates freezing points by specific gravityElectrolyte Freezing Points Specific Gravity of Electrolyte 1.265 1.225 1.200 1.150 1.100 1.050 Freezing Point -75 -35 -17 +5 +18 +27 F

At 80_F NOTE: Subtract .01 from the specific gravity reading at 40_ F