Argo Service Manual Electrical System Cleaning the Battery Clean the top of the battery every 250 hours with a mixture of baking soda and water. Before cleaning the battery, remove it from the vehicle and make sure the pod vents are in place. Soak a cloth in the soda/water mixture and scrub the top of the battery. After the foaming has stopped, flush with clean water and dry with a clean cloth. Battery Inspection Inspect the battery for: cracks in the battery casing cracked or broken terminals exposed or corroded cells weak cells corroded terminals low water level If any of these conditions are noted, service the battery immediately.
Adjust battery fluid level with distilled water, and clean and grease the battery terminals. Installing the Battery 1. Place the battery into the battery compartment (located under the front seat). Orient the battery so the Negative Terminal is nearest the installer. Photo 1 2. Fasten the main power cable to the positive battery terminal. 3. Re-attach the ground cable to the negative terminal side of the battery. 4. Place the polyethylene cover to top of the battery and secure with battery strap. Reinstall the firewall. Charging and Testing the Battery - Optima The following process has been recommended by OPTIMA Batteries to support your charging concerns about this unique product.
Note that steps 4 and 4B can help you minimize your recharge requirements and prevent unnecessary recharge effort. 1. Check the appearance of the battery. If there is any physical damage or alteration to the battery — holes in case / cover or post alteration, missing flame arrestor disc(s)/vent/ valves — do not charge the battery. Batteries are not eligible for warranty with these conditions. Ontario Drive & Gear Limited www.argoutv.com PH.(519)- 662-2840 FAX (519)- 662-2421 ES-5