4-30EEMU18470¯Connecting the BatteryWARNING@Mount the battery holder securely in adry, well-ventilated, vibration-free loca-tion in the boat. Install the fully chargedbattery in the holder.@CAUTION:@ Make sure the main switch (on applica-ble models) is “OFF” before workingon the battery. Reversal of the battery leads will dam-age the electrical parts. Connect the RED lead first wheninstalling the battery and disconnectthe BLACK lead first when removing it.Otherwise, the electrical parts can bedamaged. The electrical contacts of the batteryand cables must be clean and properlyconnected, or the battery will not startthe engine.@Connect the RED lead to the POSITIVE (+)terminal first. Then connect the BLACK leadto the NEGATIVE (-) terminal.1 Red lead2 Black lead3 Battery
