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holders in the bow. As part of the routine maintenance, boat
owners should routinely verify that the batteries are secure
within the holders.)
There are four markings on the knob:
• OFF
• 1
• 1 + 2
• 2
OFF means that all power to the battery is shut down. The
battery will not be able to re-charge while in the OFF position.
This is the appropriate setting for periods of inactivity with the
boat, unless the boat is in the water. When the boat remains
in the water, the bilge pumps will still be powered by the
battery in case it becomes necessary for the bilge pumps to
periodically and automatically pump out residual water in the
bilge system. See above description of how the bilge system
operates automatically.
Battery 1 is the starting battery or main battery. It should be
rated at least 800 cold cranking amps (cca), and a spiral cell
battery is preferable. Battery 2 is the “house” battery (used to
run the electronics, a smaller 500 cca battery is acceptable).
Normally, the switch should be set on 1+2 when the boat is
running to charge the house battery, but when listening to music
without the engine running, set it at 2 so the starting battery is
not drained. When the battery switch is not turned to OFF, it
should be set on 1.
If battery 1 is somewhat drained or sluggish, turning to “1+2”
can be very helpful in providing sufficient power to start the
engine and begin the natural recharging process.
All systems: If the battery has insufficient charge, use only a
battery charger to recharge the battery, or remove the battery
and take it to an authorized Malibu dealer or auto parts store
that has the appropriate facilities to safely recharge the battery.
If the boat is out of the water and/or in storage, OFF is the
setting for the battery switch.
Malibu does not recommend the purchase and use of battery
chargers other than the battery charger offered as an option
through your authorized Malibu dealer. The battery charger
offered by your dealer has been selected as best for meeting the
requirements of 800 cca batteries.
Use marine-rated batteries only! Never use automotive
batteries as they do not have the additional protection necessary
to function in a boat where water and humidity are always
factors.
Batteries used in tandem must always use the same chemistry!
Mixing battery types can cause damage to the electrical system,
which is not covered under warranty.
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 common 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,
attaching the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) post.
NOTICE
If the battery switch is in the OFF position, the automatic bilge
system will continue to operate to prevent potential swamping of the
boat. This could result in a drain on the battery after an extended
period of time. The only manner in which the automatic bilge system
is OFF is to disconnect the battery cables from the batteries or
remove the batteries. Unless the boat has been removed from the
water, Malibu does not recommend disconnecting the automatic bilge
system.
Inside the battery is an electrolyte fluid that allows the chemical
reaction to provide power. The fluid is comprised of several
components, one of which is sulfuric acid. As with most acids, this is
caustic and corrosive. If it comes in contact with skin, immediately
flush the area with copious amounts of fresh, clean water. Follow up
with medical assistance.
! WARNING
If it becomes necessary to re-charge a battery from an external
source, DO NOT attempt to charge using automotive battery cables
or use another boat battery as the source for charging. Some amounts
of hydrogen gas are emitted during the charging process. This can be
very dangerous. It is critical to keep all sparks, including lit cigarettes,
lighters or any type of flame, well away from a charging battery. Use
the optional battery charger sold by authorized dealers, or a similar
aftermarket battery charger. Using the wrong type of charging
procedure or improperly charging a battery can result in an explosion
and/or fire that could lead to serious injury or death.
DANGER
!
Failure to use marine-rated batteries in your boat could result in
electrical system interruptions that could strand your boat during
an outing. Batteries are placed in molded containers in the bow to
provide extra protection, but it is still possible for water and the high-
humidity associated with operation on the water to affect batteries.
If a battery, even marine-rated, becomes wet, allow it to dry before
trying to start the engine. Water can cause a short at the battery
terminals, which would prevent operation. Note that batteries are
never covered under Malibu warranty. Damage to other components
due to the use of inappropriate batteries or failure to properly
maintain batteries is also not covered under warranty.
CAUTION
!
NOTICE
DO NOT remove battery cables from the battery terminals while the
engine is running! This will likely cause catastrophic damage to the
alternator. Such damage is not covered under warranty!