Battery Connections - Honda BF75A Owner's Manual

Battery Connections

Use a battery which has 12V-70 Ah
or more specifications.
The battery is an optional part (i.e.
part to be purchased separately from
the outboard motor).
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:
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External: Flush thoroughly
with water.
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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.
To protect the battery from
mechanical damage and to prevent
the battery from falling or tipping
over, the battery must be:
Installed in the correct size
corrosion-resistant battery box.
Properly secured in the boat.
Secured in a location free from
direct sunlight and water spray.
Secured away from the fuel tank
to avoid potential sparks near the
fuel tank.
INSTALLATION
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( ) TERMINAL
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( ) TERMINAL
RED
BLACK
Connect the battery cables:
1. Connect the cable with the red
terminal cover to the positive ( )
terminal of the battery.
2. Connect the cable with the black
terminal cover to the negative ( )
terminal of the battery.
When the two outboard motors are
mounted on a boat, connect a battery
to the respective right and left
outboard motors.
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