Battery Storage - Honda BF75A Owner's Manual

Battery Storage

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.
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.
STORAGE
( ) TERMINAL ＋
( ) TERMINAL −
BLACK
1. Disconnect the battery cable at the
battery negative ( ) terminal, then −
at the battery positive ( ) terminal.
2. Remove the battery and clean the
battery terminals and battery cable
terminals with a wire brush or sand
paper.
Clean the battery with a solution
of baking soda and warm water,
taking care not to get the solution
of water in the battery cells. Dry
the battery thoroughly.
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