Checking Top Cowling; Coating The Boat Bottom - PowerTec 40Hp Owner's Manual

Maitenance
Make sure the main switch (on applica-
ble models) is "" (off) before work-
ing on the battery.
1. Red cable
2. Black cable
3. Battery
Disconnecting the battery
Disconnect the BLACK cable from the NEG-
ATIVE (-) terminal first. Then disconnect the
RED cable from the POSITIVE (+) terminal.

Checking top cowling

Check the fitting of the top cowling by push-
ing it with both hands. If it is loose have it re-
paired by your PowertecOutBoards dealer.

Coating the boat bottom

A clean hull improves boat performance. The
boat bottom should be kept as clean of ma-
rine growth as possible. If necessary, the
boat bottom can be coated with an anti-foul-
ing paint approved for your area to inhibit
Coating the boat bottom
A clean hull improves boat performance. The
boat bottom should be kept as clean of ma-
rine growth as possible. If necessary, the
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boat bottom can be coated with an anti-foul-
ing paint approved for your area to inhibit
marine growth.
Do not use anti-fouling paint which includes
copper or graphite. These paints can cause
more rapid engine corrosion.