Battery Installation - TOHATSU MFS 40A Owner's Manual

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INSTALLATION
Measure the distance from the remote
control box to the outboard motor
where the remote control cable should
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be routed.
Prepare a cable that is 300-450mm
(11.8-17.7in) longer than the measured
distance.
Temporarily pull the cable along the
intended cable route to check its length
is sufficient.
Connect the remote control cable to the
engine, then run the cable to the remote
control box, making sure it is not sharply
bent, too taut and free from obstruc-
tions that could interfere with steering.
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3. Battery installation

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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 poison-
ous if swallowed.
Keep batter y and electroly te 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 con-
tact with any part of your body. Contact
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WARNING
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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WARNING
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 near the battery when the
battery is charging.
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CAUTION
Make sure that the battery leads do not
get stuck between the outboard motor
and boat when turning, etc.
The starter motor may fail to operate if
the leads are incorrectly connected.
Be sure to correctly connect the (+) and
(—) leads. If not, the charging system will
be damaged.
Do not disconnect the battery leads from
battery while the engine is operating, the
electrical parts could be damaged.
Always use a fully charged battery.
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CAUTION
Do not use a batter y that is not recom-
mended. Use of a battery not recommended