Battery - HONDA marine BF40D Instructions D'utilisation

9. BATTERY

• The battery contains sulfuric acid. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Always
shield your eyes when working near batteries.
• Antidote:
EXTERNAL — Flush with water.
INTERNAL — Drink large quantities of water or
milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg,
or vegetable oil. Call a physician immediately.
EYE — Flush with water and get prompt
medical attention.
• The battery produces flammable gas which can
explode under certain conditions. Keep sparks
and flames away from the battery.
• Install the battery in the correct size corrosion-
resistant battery box, in a dry, well-ventilated
location protected from water and direct sunlight.
• Coat the battery terminal ends with the non-
conductive grease. Cover the battery positive (+)
terminal.
• Secure the corrosion-resistant battery box properly
to the boat. To keep potential sparks away from the
fuel tank, do not secure or place battery near the
fuel tank.
Minimum Requirements:
12V – 55Ah/5HR (CCA582A) or
12V – 65Ah/20HR (CCA582A) marine cranking
battery
• Connect the positive (+) battery cable first, then
connect the negative (–) battery cable. Tighten the
cable nuts securely.
• To disconnect, disconnect at the negative (–)
terminal first, then at the positive (+) terminal.
Never dis/connect the battery cables in the reverse
order.
( – ) TERMINAL
BATTERY
(Black)
47
( + ) TERMINAL (Red)