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MAINTENANCE & CARE 4
7) Grease the areas of the boat
specified in “Grease Points” in the
Adjustment and Maintenance sec-
tion.
BATTERY
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)
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