1. COMMON MODEL INFORMATION WATER SEPARATORS 2. Connect the positive (+) battery cable first, then connect the negative (-) battery cable. Tighten cable nuts securely. 3. Coat battery terminal ends with nonconductive grease. 4. Secure the corrosion-resistant battery box properly to the boat. To keep potential sparks away from the fuel tank, do not secure or place battery near the fuel tank. One of the most effective means of saving a carburetor, or fuel injection system, is installing a water separator. Honda recommends the installation of water separators in situations where condensation or water contamination can be a problem.
Given the environment in which boats operate, condensation and water contamination are givens. Racor water separators are available from Honda in three sizes to cover fuel flow from 30 to 60 gph. See the Honda Marine Accessories Catalog for additional information. PROPELLER SELECTION AND TROUBLESHOOTING BATTERY (NOT INCLUDED) Batteries for marine applications often have a Marine Cranking Amps (MCA) rating. This is the discharge load in amperes that a new, fully charged battery at 32OF (OOC), can continuously deliver for 30 seconds and maintain a terminal voltage equal to or higher than 1.2 volts per cell (7.2 volts for a 12-volt battery). To convert CCA (Cold Cranking Amps) to MCA:
CCAx1.3=MCA To convert MCA to CCA: MCA x 0.77 = CCA See SPECIFICATIONS section in applicable outboard model-family chapter for minimum battery requirement. If additional accessories or electrical equipment are also to be powered by this battery, the battery’s capacity must be correspondingly higher to accommodate the additional power requirements. NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL k PITCH PROPELLER DIMENSIONS Diameter (in) x Pitch (in) (located in various places) See SPECIFICATIONS section in applicable outboard model-family chapter for recommended engine speed range. Engine speed varies with propeller size and boat condition.
Using the wrong propeller can cause motor damage through “lugging” the motor or “overspeeding.” The proper propeller will assure powerful acceleration, top speed, good fuel economy, cruising comfort, and longer engine service life. General Maintenance If boat is equipped with two outboard motors, two batteries must be installed, one for each motor. 1. Install the battery in the correct size corrosion- resistant battery box, in a dry, well-ventilated location protected from water and direct sunlight. Protect propeller from foreign objects, check regularly for damage and/or deformation, and aquatic plants wrapped around propeller hub. 1141 Date of Issue:
June 2003 0 2001-2003 American Honda Motor Co., Inc.