Axis A20 User Manual

Axis
Owners
Manual
2019
Page 77
suicient power to start the engine and begin the natural recharging process. After the engine
starts and runs for a few moments, return the battery switch to “1.” The electrical system is not
designed to run at optimum eiciency on “1+2.” The “1+2” setting is intended for limited use.
For example, if the boat has not been running, but the boaters have been using the stereo, lights
or other electrical components for a period of time, the running battery may not have suicient
power to return to shore. In that instance, by combining the batteries there may be suicient
power to continue underway while the batteries recharge.
On rare occasions, it may be necessary to turn the switch to “2.” For brief periods of time,
especially if Battery 1 is non-functional, you can run on “2” for limited periods of time.
All systems: If the battery has insuicient charge, use only a battery charger to recharge the
battery, or remove the battery and take it to an authorized Axis dealer or auto parts store that
has the appropriate facilities to safely recharge the battery. If the boat is out of the water and/or
in storage, OFF is the setting for the battery switch.
Malibu does not recommend the purchase and use of battery chargers other than the battery
charger oered as an option through your authorized Axis dealer. The battery charger oered by
your dealer has been selected as best for meeting the requirements of 800 cca batteries.
If a battery(ies) requires a jump start, do not allow the alternator to
recharge it/them as it can lead to the alternator failing much more
quickly than it would normally. Such damage would not be covered
under warranty.
If the battery switch is in the OFF position, the automatic bilge system
will continue to operate to prevent potential swamping of the boat.
This could result in a drain on the battery after an extended period
of time. The only manner in which the automatic bilge system is OFF
is to disconnect the battery cables from the batteries or remove the batteries. Unless the boat has been
removed from the water, Axis does not recommend disconnecting the automatic bilge system.
Inside the battery is an electrolyte uid that allows the chemical
reaction to provide power. The uid is comprised of several
components, one of which is sulfuric acid. As with most acids, this is
caustic and corrosive. If it comes in contact with skin, immediately
ush the area with copious amounts of fresh, clean water. Follow up with medical assistance.
If it becomes necessary to re-charge a battery from an external source,
DO NOT attempt to charge using automotive battery cables or use
another boat battery as the source for charging. Some amounts of
hydrogen gas are emitted during the charging process. This can be very
dangerous. It is critical to keep all sparks, including lit cigarettes, lighters or any type of ame, well away
from a charging battery. Use the optional battery charger sold by authorized Axis dealers, or a similar
aftermarket battery charger. Using the wrong type of charging procedure or improperly charging a
battery can result in an explosion and/or re that could lead to serious injury or death.
Use marine-rated batteries only! Never use automotive batteries as they do not have the
additional protection necessary to function in a boat where water and humidity are always factors.
Failure to use marine-rated batteries in your boat could result in
electrical system interruptions that could strand your boat during an
outing. Batteries are placed in molded containers under the observer
seat to provide extra protection, but it is still possible for water and
the high-humidity associated with operation on the water to aect
batteries. If a battery, even marine-rated, becomes wet, allow it to dry before trying to start the engine.
Water can cause a short at the battery terminals, which would prevent operation. Note that batteries
are never covered under Axis warranty. Damage to other components due to the use of inappropriate
batteries or failure to properly maintain batteries is also not covered under warranty.

Axis A20 Specifications

General

Brand	Axis
Model	A20
Category	Boat
Language	English