Bombardier SeaDoo 1996 factory shop manual, Page 178Get this manual
Section 08 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sub-Section 03 (CHARGING SYSTEM)
This chart will be useful to find the correct readingELECTROLYTE TEMPERATURE 38 32 27 21 16 10 100 90 80 70 60 50 40 30 .012 .008 .004 Add to the reading
OPERATION TO PERFORM
During the storage period, recheck electrolyte level and specific gravity readings at least every monthIf necessary, keep the battery at its upper level line and near full charge as possible (trickle charge)
Activation of New Battery
: Never charge or boostWARNINGinstalled in watercraftbattery while new battery is factory fresh dry chargedFor storage purposes, it is fitted with temporary sealing tubeCAUTIONDo not remove the sealing tube or loosen battery caps unless activation is desiredIn case of accidental premature removal of caps or sealing tube, battery should be given full chargePerform the following operations anytime new battery is to be installed1Remove the sealing tube from the vent elbowWARNINGFailure to remove the sealing tub could result in an explosion2Remove caps and fill battery to UPPER LEVEL line with electrolyte (specific gravity1.260 at 21C (70F))NOTEThis battery may fill slower than others due to the anti-spill check ball design