Installing The Battery - TOHATSU M 6B Owner's Manual

3. Installing the battery

1 Place the battery box in a convenient
position away from possible water
spray. Securely fasten both the box
and the battery so they do not shake
loose.
Note
Minimum recommended battery :
12V, 40AH (465 Marine Cranking
Amps (MCA) or 350 Cold Cranking
Amps (CCA)) Specifications and
features of batteries vary among
the manufacturers. Consult the
manufacturer for details.
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Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric
acid and thus is hazardous, causing
a burn if it comes in contact with your
skin, or poisonous if swallowed.
KEEP BATTERY AND ELECTROLYTE
AWAY FROM REACH OF CHILDREN
When handling the battery, be sure to:
• Read all warnings shown on the
battery case
• Prevent electrolyte from coming in
contact with any part of your body.
Contact can cause serious burn or,
if it comes in contact with your eye,
loss of sight. Use safety glasses
and rubber gloves.
In case battery electrolyte comes in
contact with:
• Skin, flush thoroughly with water.
• Eye, flush thoroughly with water,
and then seek immediate medical
treatment.
In case battery electrolyte is
swallowed:
• Seek immediate medical treatment.
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Battery generates explosive hydrogen
gas. Be sure to:
• Charge the battery in a well-
ventilated place.
• Place the battery away from any
source of fire, sparks and open
flames such as burners or welding
equipment.
• Do not smoke when handling the
battery.
• Do not smoke near the battery when
the battery is charging.
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• Make sure that the battery cords do
not get stuck between the outboard
motor and boat when turning, etc.
• The starter motor may fail to
operate if the cords are incorrectly
connected.
• Be sure to correctly connect the (+)
and (−) cords. If not, the charging
system will be damaged.
• Do not disconnect the battery
cords from battery while the engine
is operating, the electrical parts
could be damaged.
• Always use a fully charged battery.
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Do not use a battery that is not
recommended. Use of a battery
not recommended can lead to poor
performance of, and/or damage to, the
electrical system.
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