Battery Connections. TOHATSU BFT 115A, BFT 150A

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Battery Connections

Use a battery which has CCA

(COLD CRANKING AMPERES)

622A at – 18°C (0°F) and a reserve capacity 229 minutes (12V-64Ah/

5HR or 80Ah/20HR) or more specifications.

The battery is an optional part (i.e. part to be purchased separately from the outboard motor).

Batteries produce explosive gases: If ignited, an explosion can cause serious injury or blindness. Provide adequate ventilation when charging.

• CHEMICAL HAZARD: Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid.

Contact with eyes or skin, even through clothing, may cause severe burns. Wear a faceshield and protective clothing.

• Keep flames and sparks away, and do not smoke in the area.

ANTIDOTE: If electrolyte gets into your eyes, flush thoroughly with warm water for at least 15 minutes and call a physician immediately.

INSTALLATION

• POISON: Electrolyte is poison.

ANTIDOTE:

─ External: Flush thoroughly with water.

─ Internal: Drink large quantities of water or milk.

Follow with milk of magnesia or vegetable oil, and call a physician immediately.

• KEEP OUT OF REACH OF

CHILDREN.

To protect the battery from mechanical damage and to prevent the battery from falling or tipping over, the battery must be:

• Installed in the correct size corrosion-resistant battery box.

• Properly secured in the boat.

• Secured in a location free from direct sunlight and water spray.

• Secured away from the fuel tank to avoid potential sparks near the fuel tank.

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INSTALLATION

(–) TERMINAL

(+) TERMINAL

BLACK

RED

Connect the battery cables:

1. Connect the cable with the red terminal cover to the positive (+) terminal of the battery.

2. Connect the cable with the black terminal cover to the negative (–) terminal of the battery.

When more than one outboard motor is mounted on a boat, connect a battery to each respective outboard motors.

• Be sure to connect the (+) side battery cable first. When disconnecting the cables, disconnect the ( – ) side first then the (+) side.

• Unless the cables are properly connected to the terminals, the starter motor may fail to operate normally.

• Be careful to avoid connecting the battery in reverse polarity, as this will damage the battery-charging system in the outboard motor.

• Do not disconnect the battery cables while the engine is running. Disconnecting the cables while the engine is running, will damage the outboard motor’s electrical system.

• Do not place the fuel tank near the battery.

• Battery cable extension:

Extending the original battery cable will cause the battery voltage to drop due to the increased length of the cable and number of connections. This voltage drop may cause the buzzer to sound momentarily when engaging the starter motor and may prevent the outboard from starting. If the outboard starts and the buzzer sounds momentarily, there may be barely sufficient voltage reaching the engine.

WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds.

Wash your hands after handling.

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