Volkswagen Marine SDI Series Operating Manual page 57

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Renewing battery
If the battery is renewed, the new battery
must have the same voltage (12 V), design
and safety characteristics, such as central
venting and an O-ring seal for the battery
plugs.
The amperage and capacity should match.
VW Marine Service Partners offer a range of
suitable batteries.
When installing the battery, make sure that
the ignition and all current consumers are
switched off.
Due to the disposal problem
regarding used batteries, it is
best to have a battery renewed by a
VW Marine
Batteries contain sulphuric acid and
lead and may never be disposed of in
household refuse.
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Service partner.
Connecting battery
Before connecting the battery, switch off
the ignition and all current consumers.
Place the battery in the location provided
and secure the battery with the battery
bracket.
To connect the battery, first disconnect the
positive cable (usually red), then the nega-
tive cable (usually black or brown).
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