TOHATSU BFT 115A, Owner'S Manual

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STORAGE
3. Fill the battery with distilled water
to the upper level line. Never
overfill the battery.
4. Store the battery on a level surface
in a cool, dry, well ventilated place
out of direct sunlight.
5. Once a month, check the specific
gravity of the electrolyte and
recharge as required to prolong
battery life.
Outboard Motor Position
Transport and store the outboard
motor either vertically or
horizontally, as shown above. Attach
the stern bracket to stand and secure
the outboard motor with bolts and
nuts. Store the outboard motor in a
well-ventilated area free from direct
sunlight and humidity.
Vertical transport or storage:
Attach the stern bracket to a stand.
Horizontal transport or storage:
Rest the outboard motor on a cushion
of protective material.
Do not place the outboard motor on
its side during a prolonged period
of storage. If you are obliged to
place the outboard motor on its
side, drain the engine oil, protect
the outboard motor by wrapping it
with the urethane material or the
blanket as shown.
UPPER LEVEL
LOWER LEVEL
OUTBOARD MOTOR STAND
(Port side turned down as shown.)