SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 26
STARTING SYSTEM
Replacement Parts Warning
WARNING
Electrical, ignition and fuel system components on your MerCruiser are designed
and manufactured to comply with U.S. Coast Guard Rules and Regulations to mini-
mize risks of fire and explosion.
Use of replacement electrical, ignition or fuel system components that do not comply with
these rules and regulations could result in a fire or explosion hazard and should be avoided.
Maintenance
WARNING
Do not use jumper cables and a booster battery to start engine. Do not recharge a
weak battery in the boat. Remove battery and recharge in a ventilated area away
from fuel vapors, sparks or flames.
WARNING
Batteries contain acid which can cause severe burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes
and clothing. Batteries also produce hydrogen and oxygen gases when being
charged. This explosive gas escapes fill/vent cell caps and may form an explosive
atmosphere around the battery for several hours after it has been charged; sparks
or flames can ignite the gas and cause an explosion that may shatter the battery and
could cause blindness or other serious injury.
Safety glasses and rubber gloves are recommended when handling batteries or
filling with electrolyte. Hydrogen gases that escape from the battery during
charging are explosive. When charging batteries, be sure battery compartment, or
area where battery is located, is well vented. Battery electrolyte is a corrosive acid
and should be handled with care. If electrolyte is spilled or splashed on any part of
the body, immediately flush the exposed area with liberal amounts of water and
obtain medical aid as soon as possible.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the electrical system be sure to adhere to the following:
•
When installing battery, be sure to connect the POSITIVE (+) battery cable to
POSITIVE (+) battery terminal first and then the NEGATIVE (–) battery cable to
NEGATIVE (–) battery terminal.
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Never disconnect the battery cables while the engine is running.
If a charger or booster is to be used, be sure to connect it in parallel with existing
battery (positive to positive and negative to negative).
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When applying a booster charge to battery, disconnect both cables from battery
(to prevent damage to voltage regulator).
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•
Check battery condition periodically.
Make sure that battery leads are kept clean and tight.
INDEX
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MARCH 1999
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