Battery Connections - Honda BF40D Owner's Manual

INSTALLATION

Battery Connections

Use a battery which has CCA (COLD
CRANKING AMPERES)
420A at – 18°C (0°F) and a reserve
capacity 229 minutes (12V
52Ah/5HR or 12V 65Ah/20HR) or
more specifications.
The battery is an optional part (i.e.
part to be purchased separately from
the outboard motor).
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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.
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.