Grady-White Boats EXPRESS 265, Owner'S Manual

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M
AINTENANCE AND
S
ERVICE
6–7
B
ATTERIES
Batteries should be secured in a non-metallic tray to contain electrolyte spills. An insulated
boot should cover battery terminals. Fluid levels should be checked at least once a month depend-
ing on usage. Fill the battery to the upper level with distilled water.
Never overfill the battery.
Keep terminals clean by scrubbing them with a stiff brush and a mixture of baking soda and
water. The mixture should not enter the battery. Afterwards, apply a light coat of grease.
When not in use check, the battery monthly by using a battery hydrometer that measures the
specific gravity.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid, a harmful and
potentially volatile chemical. When handling bat-
teries, exercise caution and follow these guidelines.
• Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
• Protective gloves, eye wear, and clothing should
be worn to minimize risk to yourself.
• Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep sparks,
flames and cigarettes away. Ventilate when
charging or using in an enclosed space.
•
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
This is not a complete set of guidelines; it is your
responsibility to safely maintain your batteries and
avoid injury. Use good judgement and remain alert
to prevent an accident.
In the event of an accident or exposure, immediately reference these guidelines, then seek
prompt medical advice or attention.
A
NTIDOTE
:
•EXTERNAL - Flush with water
•INTERNAL - Drink large quantities of water or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, a
beaten egg or vegetable oil. Contact physician immediately.
•EYES: Flush with water and get prompt medical attention.
C A U T I O N
Never disconnect the battery when the engine is running. This can cause damage
to the charging system. When replacing your battery, reference your engine Owner’s
Manual for recommended battery type and required performance specifications.
C A U T I O N
When disconnecting and reconnecting battery cables, the black cable must be
connected to the negative terminal and the red cable must be connected to the
positive terminal. Reversing this procedure will immediately damage your system.
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