Battery - Honda BF75A Owner's Manual

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

Battery

UPPER LEVEL
BATTERY
CAP
LOWER LEVEL
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. Refer to the
battery manufacturer's
instructions.
Check whether the battery fluid is
between the upper and lower levels,
and check the vent hole in the battery
caps for clogging.
If the battery fluid is near or below
the lower level, add the distilled
water to the upper level.
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Batteries produce explosive
gases: If ignited, an explosion
can cause serious injury or
blindness. Provide adequate
ventilation when charging.
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.