62Y3A11 3-2012345678IÈ FT50C onlyÉ EHD, ED modelsÊ EHT, ET modelsË F50/F50A onlyCAUTION:Do not oil, grease, or paint the anodes,otherwise they will be ineffective.2. Replace the anodes and trim tab ifexcessively eroded.Checking the battery1. Check the battery electrolyte level. If thelevel is at or below the minimum levelmark a, add distilled water until the levelis between the maximum and minimumlevel marks.2. Check the specific gravity of the electro-lyte. Fully charge the battery if out ofspecification.WARNINGBattery electrolyte is dangerous; it con-tains sulfuric acid which is poisonous andhighly caustic.Always follow these preventive measures:• Avoid bodily contact with electrolyte asit can cause severe burns or permanenteye injury.• Wear protective eye gear when handlingor working near batteries.Antidote (EXTERNAL):• SKIN – Wash with water.• EYES – Flush with water for 15 minutesand get immediate medical attention.Antidote (INTERNAL):• Drink large quantities of water or milkfollowed with milk of magnesia, beatenegg, or vegetable oil. Get immediatemedical attention.Batteries generate explosive, hydrogengas. Always follow these preventive mea-sures:• Charge batteries in a well-ventilatedarea.• Keep batteries away from fire, sparks oropen flames (e.g., welding equipment,lighted cigarettes).• DO NOT SMOKE when charging or han-dling batteries.KEEP BATTERIES AND ELECTROLYTEOUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.S62Y3640S62Y3650Lower unit / General
