2008 Polaris 340 Edge Owners Manual - Page 112

2008 Polaris 340 Edge Manual

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Battery WARNING MAINTENANCE Battery electrolyte is poisonous. It contains acid! Serious burns can result from contact with the skin, eyes, or clothing. If contact occurs, seek immediate medical attention. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. EXTERNAL: Flush with water. INTERNAL: Drink large quantities of water or milk. Call physician immediately. EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep sparks, open flames, cigarettes, etc. away. Ventilate when charging or using in closed space. Always shield eyes when working near batteries. Battery Fluid A poorly maintained battery will deteriorate rapidly. Check the battery fluid level often. Maintain the fluid level between the upper and lower level marks. Add only distilled water. Tap water contains minerals that are harmful to a battery. Lower Mark Upper Mark 109

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109
MAINTENANCE
Battery
Battery Fluid
A poorly maintained battery will
deteriorate rapidly. Check the bat-
tery fluid level often. Maintain the
fluid level between the upper and
lower level marks.
Add only distilled water. Tap water
contains minerals that are harmful
to a battery.
WARNING
Battery electrolyte is poisonous. It contains acid! Serious burns can result
from contact with the skin, eyes, or clothing. If contact occurs, seek immedi-
ate medical attention.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
EXTERNAL: Flush with water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quantities of water or milk. Call physician immedi-
ately.
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep sparks, open flames, cigarettes,
etc. away. Ventilate when charging or using in closed space. Always shield
eyes when working near batteries.
Lower
Mark
Upper
Mark