H.-.10. Electrical.system.maintenance; Battery.maintenance - Four winns 318 VISTA Owner's Manual

1.. Be.sure.the.shore.power.cord(s).are.disconnected..
2.. Check.the.bilge.for.fumes,.operate.the.blower.for.
at.least.4.minutes,.and.verify.blower.operation.
3.. Open.the.generator's.seacock.valve.(labeled.
GENERATOR) to allow water flow to the genera-
tor.for.cooling.purposes.
NOTICE
In order to use the generator, you must first
open the seacock valve (handle parallel to the
flow of valve). Failure to open seacock valve
while running generator will cause generator to
overheat and possible failure. When not using
the generator be sure to close the seacock.
4.. Start.the.generator.using.the.remote.generator.
start.switch.on.the.AC/DC.cabin.panel..
5...Turn.on.the.generator's.main.breakers.located.in.
the.AC.cabin.panel.
Be sure to operate the bilge blower for at least
four () minutes before starting engine or
generator, or whenever operating the engine(s)
at idle speed. Check the bilge blower output
before each use.
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide.
Review information regarding carbon
monoxide at Section B- - Carbon Monoxide
and Section E- - Engine Exhaust.
Periodic.generator.maintenance.as.outlined.in.the.
generator.owner's.manual.is.necessary..Refer.to.the.
manufacturer's.literature.for.more.information..General.
generator.installation.diagrams.are.included.at.the..
end.of.this.section..
Electrical Systems - Section H
H - 10 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MAINTENANCE
A. Battery Maintenance
Be.sure.to.keep.the.batteries.charged..Also,.keep..
the.batteries.clean,.especially.the.terminals.and.con-
nection.lugs..Be.sure.the.batteries.are.fastened.secure-
ly.while.in.use.
Check the battery fluid level often, especially when a
charger/converter.is.being.used..Replenish.a.battery.
indicating.a.low.charge..Determine.the.reason.for.the.
discharge..Lack.of.battery.usage.is.as.detrimental.to.
battery.longevity.as.is.overuse..Alternating.battery.
usage.is.important...Refer.to.the.battery.manufacturer's.
instructions.included.with.your.battery.
Batteries produce hydrogen and oxygen gases
when being charged. These explosive gases
escape through the vent/fill caps and may form
an explosive atmosphere around the battery if
the ventilation is poor. This gas may remain
around the battery for several hours after
charging. Sparks or flames can ignite the gas
and cause an explosion.
Fire or Explosion Hazard!
Only qualified personnel should install batteries
and perform electrical system maintenance.
Do not expose batteries to open flame or
sparks. Do not smoke near batteries.
Sulfuric acid in batteries can cause severe
burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or
clothing. Wear goggles, rubber gloves and
protective apron when working with batteries.
In case of skin contact, flush with water at least
 minutes. If swallowed, drink large quantities
of water or milk. Follow with Milk of Magnesia,
beaten egg or vegetable oil. Get medical
attention immediately.
Poison!
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