Maintenance; Batteries - BRP Evinrude E-TEC G2 Service Manual

Maintenance

Batteries

WARNING
Battery electrolyte is acidic—handle with
care. If electrolyte contacts any part of the
body, immediately flush with water and seek
medical attention.
Each outboard requires its own starting battery.
Select a battery that meets or exceeds the mini-
mum requirements.
Battery Recommendations
Outboard
Model
200–300 HP 675 CCA (845 MCA), or
800 CCA (1000 MCA) below
32°F (0°C) 107 amp-hr in extreme
applications
Battery Location
Proper installation will prevent battery movement
while underway.
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Secure all batteries in protected locations
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Place battery as close to the outboard as possi-
ble
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Battery location must provide access for peri-
odic maintenance
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Use battery mounting trays or battery boxes on
all battery installations
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Connections and terminals must be covered
with an insulator
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Battery connections must be clean and free
from corrosion
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Read and understand the safety information
supplied with the battery before installation.
Battery Connections
WARNING
Keep the battery connections clean, tight, and
insulated to prevent their shorting or arcing
and causing an explosion. If the battery
mounting system does not cover the connec-
tions, install protective covers. Check often to
see that connections stay clean and tight.
Battery Rating
Check battery connections frequently. Periodically
remove battery to clean and service connections.
•
Confirm that battery meets the minimum engine
requirements.
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Connections must be clean and tight.
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Observe all wiring connections prior to disas-
sembly.
Disconnecting the Battery
Disconnect battery negative (–) cable first and the
battery positive (+) cable last.
Clean all terminals, battery posts, and connectors
with a solution of baking soda and water. Use a
wire brush or battery terminal tool to remove cor-
rosion buildup. Rinse and clean all surfaces.
Connecting the Battery
NOTICE
Do not use wing nuts to fasten ANY battery
cables. Wing nuts can loosen and cause elec-
trical system damage not covered under war-
ranty.
IMPORTANT:
Connect the battery positive (+)
cable to the battery positive (+) post FIRST. Con-
nect the battery negative (–) cable to the battery
negative (–) post LAST.
Install a starwasher on the threaded battery post.
Stack cables from the outboard, then cables from
accessories. Finish this connection with a hex nut.
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Marine Style Battery Post
1. Starwasher
2. Hex nut
3. Terminal Insulator
Tighten all connections securely. Apply Triple-
Guard grease to prevent corrosion.
Routine Service
Maintenance
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