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INSTALLATION
BATTERY CONNECTIONS
Honda BF8D/BFP8D/BF9.9D/
BFP9.9D/BF15D/BFP15D and
BF20D outboard motors produce a
12-volt, 6 or 12-ampere
battery-charging current and are
equipped for connection to a 12-volt
battery. The battery-charging circuit
is protected by a 20-ampere fuse
located in the engine compartment.
The outboard motor’s 12-volt output
is designed to charge a ‘‘starting or
cranking’’ battery only. It is not
intended to charge a ‘‘deep-cycle’’
type battery. Lights and electrical
accessories for the boat should be
connected to the battery.
The battery should be kept in a
corrosion-resistant battery box that is
securely mounted in a location away
from the fuel tank and protected from
water and direct sunlight.
Types With Electric Starter
These types are equipped with battery
cables. The positive (+) cable has a
red band at the battery connector. The
negative (-) cable has a black band at
the battery connector.
For electric starter operation, use a
12-volt battery with an ampere-hour
rating of at least 35 Ah (CCA 270).
Types With Manual Start
These types are equipped with a
12-volt DC battery-charging
receptacle which can be wired to a
12-volt battery to power lights and
electrical accessories for the boat.
The battery contains sulfuric acid
(electrolyte), which is highly
corrosive and poisonous.
Getting electrolyte in your eyes
or on your skin can cause serious
burns.
Wear protective clothing and eye
protection when working near the
battery.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY
FROM THE BATTERY.
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