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Batteries
Ballistic
®
Rigid InUlatable Boats are Uitted with two batteries as standard (except 4.3 models).
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Always use a marine battery with minimal maintenance.
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To reduce the risk of Rire, the battery must always be Ritted in a ventilated compartment completely independent
from the compartment housing the fuel tanks.
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The battery is placed in a watertight box, protecting the terminal and preventing accidental acid leakage, which
could damage your Ballistic
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vessel or skin of the occupants.
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Clean and dry the battery box periodically and lubricate the terminals.
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It is advisable to use a battery switch, as a safety element, to avoid accidental discharges and other electrical
problems.
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To remove the battery, disconnect all electrical systems (especially the battery switch), then disconnect the
ground terminal (-) followed by the positive (+). To mount the battery, the operation should be done in reverse
order.
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When recharging the battery, remember that batteries do produce explosive gasses, contain corrosive acids and
produce electrical currents strong enough to cause burns.
ENSURE THAT YOU TAKE PRECAUTION:
Recharge the battery out of the craft in an open and well-ventilated area. Protect your eyes and avoid being close to the
top of the battery. Do not allow for the generation of sparks of Rlames in the area of charge, as batteries emit Rlammable
hydrogen during the charge and in the following 15 minutes.
When the Ballistic
®
is not to be used for a month or more, remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dark place.
Clean each battery’s casing and terminals using a mixture of baking soda and water (one Tbs of baking soda to one cup of
water). Apply dielectric grease or petroleum jelly to the battery terminals and to all exposed connectors. If the batteries
will be stored for a longer period, check the speciRic gravity of the Rluid at least once a month and recharge the batteries if
they get too low. SpeciRic gravity: 1.28 at 20 ºC (68ºF).
Wiring diagram
