Maintenance
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cables must be clean and properly con-
nected, or the battery will not start the
engine.
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Disconnecting the battery
1. Turn off the battery cut-off switch (if
equipped) and main switch.
NOTICE:
If
they are left on, the electrical system
can be damaged.
[ECM01930]
2. Disconnect the negative cable(s) from
the negative (-) terminal.
NOTICE:
Al-
ways disconnect all negative (-) ca-
bles first to avoid a short circuit and
damage to the electrical system.
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3. Disconnect the positive cable(s) and re-
move the battery from the boat.
4. Clean, maintain, and store the battery
according to the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions.