Battery Installation; Emergency Procedures - Honda BF8A Owner's Manual

INSTALLATION
The receptacle is provided with a rubber cap, which should be attached when
the plug is removed, in order to keep the receptacle clean and dry.
To prepare the outboard motor for
connection to a battery, pull the
plug out of its rubber boot, route
suitable electrical wires through the
boot, and screw theni to the plug
positive (+) and negative (-) termi-
nals. Coat the plug terminals with
grease, and reinstall the plug in the
rubber boot.
DC RECEPTACLE
PLUG
Battery Installation
Place the battery in a corrosion-resistant battery box that is securely mounted
in a location away from the fuel tank and protected from water and direct
sunlight
The battery contains sulfuric acid (electrolyte),
which is highly corrosive and poisonous.
Getting electrolyte in your eyes or on your
skin can cause serious burns.
Wear protective clothing and eye protection
when working near the battery.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Eyes - Flush with water from a cup or other container for at least 15 minutes
(water unde pressure can damage the eye). Immediately call a physician, local
poison control center, or 911.
.
Skin - Remove contaminated clothing. Flush the skin with large quantities of
water. Call a physician immediately.
Swallowing - Drink water or milk. Call your local poison control center or a
physician immediately.
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