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Check the level of electrolyte in the battery
(batteries).The level should be 5–10 mm (3/16"–3/8")
above the cell plates in the battery. If necessary, top-
up with distilled water.
WARNING! Use protective goggles. The
batteries contain oxyhydrogen gas and ex-
tremely corrosive sulphuric acid. A spark or
naked flame in the vicinity of the battery can cause
an explosion.
WARNING! Some maintenance-free batteries
have special inspection instructions which
should be followed.
Check every 50 hours of operation
Check the seawater filter (optional). Close the sea
valve. Open the filter, clean it if necessary.
WARNING! Take care not to let in water.
NB. When to check the seawater filter should be determined
from experience after running the boat for a time. Check the
filter more often should there be a danger that it will get
blocked.
Check/tension the drive belt. Tension the belt in such
a way that it can be depressed 10 mm (3/8") between
the pulleys. Change the belt if it looks worn or is
cracked. Loosen the alternator mounting bolts 1 and 2
when tensioning or changing the belt.
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