posts on the (1) and (2) batteries for additional ground.
Step 8:
Check that all cables are secure. Do not torque any con-
nections; hand-tighten securely using a wrench. Never round off any
of the nuts used to secure the cables. If a nut will not tighten, do not
force it. Seek assistance to determine if the nut is the wrong size or
some other issue exists.
If a battery requires replacement, reverse the steps above. Never
replace a battery with the boat electrical system ON. Even if only one
battery requires replacement, follow the steps and disconnect/then
reconnect cables as directed above.
Never touch a positive (+) and negative
(-) posts or connection simultaneously
during installation! Never attempt to
install or replace batteries with the boat electrical system ON,
or in the presence of gas fumes. An electrical spark caused by
connection to a functional battery can cause an explosion or fire,
which is likely to cause serious injury or even death. This can
also cause substantial damage to the electrical system, which is
not covered under warranty.
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Connecting/Disconnecting Batteries
The posts on a battery are marked negative (-) and positive (+),
one of each on top and separate by some space. The battery cables
are color-coded, black for negative and red for positive.
Malibu recommends having your authorized Malibu dealer install
the batteries. Consumers can perform this procedure, provided com-
mon sense safety guides the process.
If batteries have not been previously installed:
Step 1:
Ensure the engine is OFF, and the battery switch is OFF on
boats, where equipped.
Step 2:
Place the batteries in the containers.
Step 3:
Attach the positive cable to the secondary (2) battery, at-
taching the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) post.
Step 4:
Attach the positive cable to the primary (1) battery, attach-
ing the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) positive.
Step 5:
Attach the negative (-) cable to the secondary (2) battery,
attaching the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) post.
Step 6:
Attach the negative (-) cable to the primary (1) battery,
attaching the negative (1) cable to the negative (-) post.
Step 7:
A separate cable is attached between the two negative (-)
Battery Maintenance
Batteries require routine maintenance to operate properly. See
the
Care and Maintenance section of this manual for details.
Battery Charger
The charger is a three-stage electronic device that operates au-
tomatically when properly installed. There are red and green LED
lights on the charger face to provide evidence that charging is oc-
curring. When the battery or batteries are fully charged, the unit will
automatically shut OFF.
The charger can be plugged into an onboard socket. It can be left
in place without boiling electrolytes in the battery, but Malibu rec-
ommends disconnecting and storing it when not in use. If the char-
ger ever appears to be malfunctioning, take the boat and charger to
an authorized Malibu dealer for troubleshooting.
DO NOT USE AUTOMOTIVE JUMP-
ER CABLES TO START THE ENGINE.
Never jump-start the boat from a ve-
hicle onshore or another boat. The presence of water and fumes
create a situation in which sparks, or backfire could result in
serious injury or even death.
Engine Sensors
To ensure the engine runs as designed, it is equipped with several
sensors that constantly monitor engine functionality.
These sensors include: Oil temperature sensor, oil pressure sen-
sor, manifold absolute pressure (MAP), camshaft position sensor,
crankshaft position sensor, coolant temperature sensor, and knock
sensor.
These sensors are inaccessible to consumers because they are
located inside sealed portions of the engine. Sophisticated, expen-
sive tools are necessary to analyze the sensor activity; therefore, if
any of the sensors indicates malfunction, the boat needs to be pre-
sented to the authorized Malibu dealer for diagnosis and resolution
of any issues that may be present. Notice of potential malfunctions
will appear on the video screen. Additionally, alarms may sound if
issues arise affecting engine operation. These alarms may be visual
on the video screen or may be audible alarms. Although it is possible
for a sensor to be in error, it is unlikely. Experience has shown over
the years that the sensors are highly accurate and offer protective
warnings of malfunction that could potentially bring attention before
more expensive and damaging events occur. Never ignore an alarm!
Seek assistance from your authorized Malibu dealer if the issue can-
not be resolved or recurs.
Never ignore visual or audible alarms!
Consumers may be able to address the
issue raised by the alarm, but if the
alarm persists, cease operating the boat and seek assistance from
your authorized Malibu dealer. Failure to seek aid in analyzing
the cause of an alarm could result in damage that is not covered
under warranty. Some alarms could be for malfunctions that
could also put individuals onboard in potential harm.
