Battery Service - Honda BF4A Operation And Maintenance Ma

MAINTENANCE

Battery Service

Battery handling differs according
to the type of the battery and the
instructions described below might
not be applicable to the battery of
your outboard motor. Refer to the
battery manufacturer's
instructions.
Check that the battery cables are
connected securely.
If the battery terminals are
contaminated or corroded, remove
the battery and clean the terminals.
Battery check interval:
Before each use.
Batteries produce explosive gases:
If ignited, an explosion can cause
serious injury or blindness. Provide
adequate ventilation when
charging.
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• CHEMICAL HAZARD: Battery
electrolyte contains sulfuric acid.
Contact with eyes or skin, even
through clothing, may cause
severe burns. Wear a faceshield
and protective clothing.
• Keep flames and sparks away,
and do not smoke in the area.
ANTIDOTE: If electrolyte gets
into your eyes, flush thoroughly
with warm water for at least 15
minutes and call a physician
immediately.
• POISON: Electrolyte is poison.
ANTIDOTE
─ External: Flush thoroughly
with water.
─ Internal: Drink large
quantities of water or milk.
Follow with milk of magnesia
or vegetable oil, and call a
physician immediately.
• KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN.
Installation check:
Check that the cables are connected
to the battery terminals securely.
Tighten the terminals if they are
loose.