Air Filter Inspection/Replacement; Electrical Maintenance - Beta Marine Beta 50 Operator's Maintenance Manual

AIR FILTER
These engines are fitted with a replaceable air filter which should be inspected annually and replaced every 2 years or
sooner if heavily clogged. If this occurs increase inspection frequency.
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ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE

WARNING!
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THE BATTERY BE DISCONNECTED OR SWITCHED
OFF WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. THIS WILL SERIOUSLY DAMAGE THE ALTERNATOR.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
1. The control panels must be protected from rain
and or sea water/spray. If vulnerable, Beta Marine
recommend that a suitable flap or cover is fitted.
Water entering the key switch will eventually cause
corrosion and could result in the starter motor being
permanently energised and burning out. Spray key
switch every month with WD40 or equivalent; or apply
'Vaseline'.
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2. Check batteries for acid level and top up if required.
For low maintenance and 'gel' batteries, please refer
to manufacturers instructions.
3. Loose spade terminal connections are the most
common cause for electrical faults - check on a regular
basis, please refer to 'Electrical Fault Finding' within
trouble shooting.
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