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Your boat's 12 volt DC electrical system is powered by 12
volt batteries. These batteries are anchored in the engine
room between the propulsion engines. If your boat is
equipped with an optional generator, an additional
battery supplies power to the generator starter. This
generator battery is located near the generator.
While your boat's batteries are relatively maintenance-
free, there are a few things you can do to increase their
effectiveness and life.
Your boat's batteries contain electrolyte which is an
acid. Wear gloves and protective eye glasses when
working on and around the batteries.
When servicing your boat's batteries avoid spilling
electrolyte into the engine compartment or bilge. Also,
avoid getting any salt water in or on the battery. Either
of these conditions could create a poisonous gas that is
harmful if inhaled.
If you do spill electrolyte, ventilate the area. Neutralize
the acid in the electrolyte by pouring baking soda on the
spill. Remove the neutralized electrolyte using a dispos-
able rag or paper towel.
Maintaining Your Batteries
1. Keep your batteries fully charged. Batteries that
are kept fully or near fully charged last longer than
batteries stored with a partial charge. The charge
level of the batteries can be monitored using the
voltmeters on the helm instrument panel.
2. Inspect your boat's batteries at least once every 30
days.
Disconnect the batteries before cleaning them.
3. Periodically clean the battery terminals and cable
connections.
Battery Maintenance