MAINTENANCE & CARE 4
7)Grease the areas of the boat speci- fied in “Grease Points” in the adjust- ment and maintenance section.
Battery
With the battery switch in the Off position, the bilge pump will not work, even if the bilge pump switch is in the On position.The bilge could fill with water.
1)When the boat is not to be used for a month or more, remove the battery and store it in a cool, dark place. Clean the battery’s casing and terminals using a mixture of baking soda and water (one tbsp. of baking soda to one cup of water). apply dielectric grease or petroleum jelly to the battery terminals and to all exposed connectors.
2)If the battery will be stored for a longer period, check the specific gravity of the fluid at least once a month and recharge the battery if it gets too low.
Specific gravity: 1.28 at 20°C (68°F)
For maintenance free (MF) type batteries with sealed cells, check the terminal voltage monthly. When the terminal voltage drops to 12.5 VDC or lower, recharge the battery with an appropriate charger as recommended by the battery manufacturer.
Full charge terminal voltage: