Electrical Systems Maintenance; Battery Maintenance; Electrical Wiring Maintenance - Scarab jet boat Owenrs Manual

E. Electrical System Maintenance

1. Battery Maintenance

Be sure to keep the batteries charged. Also, keep the
batteries clean, especially the terminals and con-
nection lugs. Be sure the batteries are fas tened
securely while in use.
indicating a low charge. Determine the reason for the
dis charge. Lack of battery usage is as detrimental to
battery longevi ty as is overuse. Alternating battery
usage is impor tant. Refer to the battery manufac-
turer's instruc tions included with your battery.
Batteries produce hydrogen and oxygen gases
when being charged. These explosive gases
an explosive atmosphere around the battery if
the ventilation is poor. This gas may remain
around the battery for several hours after
and cause an explosion.
Fire or Explosion Hazard!
and perform electrical system maintenance. Do
Poison!
Sulfuric acid in batteries can cause severe
clothing. Wear goggles, rubber gloves and
beaten egg or vegetable oil. Get medical
attention immediately.
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electrical or ignition system to prevent electrical

2. Electrical Wiring Maintenance

brittleness, improper support, etc. Spraying the
electrical connections with an electrical connection
cleaner will reduce corrosion and improve electri cal
continuity.
DO NOT allow corrosion to build up on con nec-
tions. This can cause equipment to operate
improperly.
The American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) has
published a standard for the color coding of boat
wiring. Scarab voluntarily complies with these stan-
equipment or troubleshoot the electrical system. The
following table (Figure B23) summarizes the color
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