Installing The Battery - TOHATSU 40B2 Owner's Manual

6. Installing the battery

This engine will not start without
battery.
Note
Minimum recommended battery more
than 0°C : 12V, 100AH (850 Cold
Cranking Amps (CCA))
0°C & below 12V, 120AH (1000 Cold
Cranking Amps (CCA))
Specifications and features of batteries
vary among the manufacturers.
Consult the manufacturer for details.
WARNING
!
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric
acid and thus is hazardous, causing
a burn if it comes in contact with your
skin, or poisonous if swallowed.
KEEP BATTERY AND ELECTROLYTE
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
contact with any part of your body.
Contact can cause serious burn or,
if attached to eye, loss of sight. Use
safety glasses and rubber gloves.
In case battery electrolyte is comes in
contact with:
● Skin, flush thoroughly with water.
● Eye, flush thoroughly with water,
and then seek immediate receive
medical treatment.
In case battery electrolyte is swallowed:
● Seek immediate medical treatment.
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 when handling the
battery.
● Do not smoke near the battery when
the battery is charging.
CAUTION
!
● Make sure that the battery cords do
not get stuck between the outboard
motor and boat when turning, etc.
● The starter motor may fail to
operate if the cords are incorrectly
connected.
● Be sure to correctly connect the (+)
and (−) cords. If not, the charging
system will be damaged.
● Do not disconnect the battery cords
from battery while the engine is
operating, the electrical parts could
be damaged.
● Always use a fully charged battery.
CAUTION
!
Do not use a battery that is not
recommended. Use of a battery
not recommended can lead to poor
performance of, and/or damage to, the
electrical system.
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