Bombardier SeaDoo 1999 factory shop manual, Page 281Get this manual
Section 08 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Subsection 03 (CHARGING SYSTEM)
Activation of New Battery
WARNING
Never charge or boost battery while installed in watercraftA new battery is factory fresh dry chargedFor storage purposes, it is fitted with temporary sealing tube
3Allow the battery to stand for 30 minutes MINIMUM so that electrolyte soak through battery cells-
CAUTION
A17E0GA
130 minutes
Do not remove the sealing tube or loosen battery caps unless activation is desiredNOTE: In 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 elbow