Mercury HP 500 EFI Bravo XR/XZ/III, User Manual, Page: 132 / 148

128 500 EFI Bravo
COLD WEATHER OR EXTENDED
STORAGE
Battery Winter Storage
Follow battery manufacturer’s instructions for storage.
Power Package Recommissioning
WARNING
To prevent possible injury or damage to equipment, do not in-
stall battery until all maintenance has been performed on en-
gine.
1 Check that all cooling system hoses are connected properly and
hose clamps are tight and any removed drain plugs are installed
and tight.
CAUTION
When Installing battery, be sure to connect NEGATIVE (–) bat-
tery cable to NEGATIVE (–) battery terminal and POSITIVE (+)
battery cable to POSITIVE (+) battery terminal. If battery cables
are reversed, electrical system damage will result.
2 Install fully-charged battery. Clean battery cable clamps and ter-
minals and reconnect cables (see CAUTION listed above). Tight-
en each cable clamp securely when connecting.
3 Coat battery terminal connections with a anti-corrosion agent.
4 Perform all checks in OPERATION CHART in the BEFORE
STARTING column.
CAUTION
Refer to “Flushing Cooling System” before starting engine.
5 Supply water to engine cooling system, start engine and observe
instrumentation to insure all systems are functioning.
6 Inspect engine for fuel, oil, fluid, water and exhaust leaks.
7 Check steering system, shift and throttle control for proper opera-
tion.