CARE/MAINTENANCE
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Batteries are perishable products and will self-discharge. If you operate your boat sparingly, you may want to
charge your batteries occasionally.
Direct Battery Charging
Refer to Electric Trolling Motor Systems, in Section 8 for charging trolling motor batteries information.
Secure the battery compartment doors in the open position. Observing polarity, connect the battery charger to
the battery posts.
Batteries produce explosive hydrogen gas. DO NOT attempt starting your
engine with jumper cables under any circumstances. Keep all sparks, flames
and smoking material away from the batteries. Risk of spark at the battery
post igniting gasoline or hydrogen fumes is too great. Always wear skin and
eye protection when near batteries and keep the battery compartment lids
open to provide adequate ventilation when charging. An explosion can cause
blindness or other serious injuries.
WARNING
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