Owner`s manual

and remove the battery from the boat. Clean corrosion from the battery posts with a
battery terminal cleaner. Clean the battery with a water-and-baking-soda solution. Use
care to avoid allowing the solution to enter the battery vents. Rinse the battery with
fresh water. Note that this is a generic cleaning method. Battery manufacturers may
specify other methods of cleaning. Verify with the battery manufacturer’s website the
correct cleaning method before undertaking any cleaning.
Battery electrolyte uid is dangerous. It contains sulfuric acid, which is poisonous,
corrosive and caustic. If electrolyte is spilled or placed on any part of the human
body, immediately ush the area with large amounts of clean water and seek
medical aid.
• Useabatteryterminalcleaningbrushtoremovecorrosionfromtheinsideofthebat-
tery terminals. Clean the terminals with a water-and-baking-soda solution and rinse.
• Reconnectthepositiveterminalfirst,andthenthenegative.Tightentheterminals.
Coat both terminals completely with a thin covering of marine grease to protect
against water or any potentially corrosive substance. Be sure that the rubber boot cov-
ers the positive terminal completely.
Note: The MV8 engine was designed to work with the standard electronics installed
in the boat. If other electrical components or accessories are added, it may change
the way the fuel injection controls the engine or the overall electrical system func-
tionality. Before adding electrical equipment, consult an authorized ILMOR dealer.
If you do not, your engine may not perform properly.
Add-on equipment may adversely affect the alternator output or overload the elec-
trical system. Any damage caused as a result will not be covered by the warranty.
When charging, batteries generate small amounts of dangerous hydrogen gas. This
gas is highly explosive. Keep all sparks, ames and smoking well away from the area.
Failure to follow instructions when charging a battery can cause an electrical charge or
even an explosion of the battery. This could result in serious injury or death.
The boat manufacturer specifies a type of marine battery with a certain level of cold-
cranking amps at zero degrees Fahrenheit (0
o
F). Check the boat manufacturer’s Owner’s
Manual to determine what this specification is.
Before disconnecting the battery, be sure that the ignition key and all accessories are
in the OFF position. Also, take care to re-attach battery cables correctly to avoid reversed
polarity,whichisaddressedintheElectricalSystemportionoftheIntroducing the MV8
Engine chapter of this Owner’s Manual.
Because this process should be completed while the engine is cool (in order to avoid burns), it is
recommended that this check be completed prior to starting the engine.
• EnsuretheengineisOFFandtheenginesafetystartingswitchisdisconnected.Leave
the throttle/shift control lever in neutral. Open the engine compartment and visually
inspect the engine.
Inspect the
Engine for Loose or
Missing Hardware
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