Proper battery care and maintenance are critical to ensuring uninterrupted time on the water for you, your friends, and family. Regardless of your boat or engine type, a dead battery will leave you stranded. Take proactive steps and make proper battery care and maintenance a priority.
To optimize your Mercury Precision battery’s performance, here are some quick tips to consider:
1. Keep the battery and battery compartment clean and corrosion free. Dirty, corroded batteries can self-discharge, which will affect performance and life.
2. Clean any terminal or post corrosion with a paste made from baking soda and water. Corrosion will be neutralized when the solution stops bubbling. Wash off with large quantities of water to avoid environmental damage.
3. Periodically use a wire brush or steel wool to clean corrosion off battery posts and terminal ends. This will assure a low resistance in the connection.
Before storing your boat or leaving it unused for extended periods, consider the following best practices to prevent premature battery failure:
1. Disconnect your battery to avoid self-discharge caused by parasitic loads, such as clocks or ground faults.
2. Store the battery fully charged. Regularly check the state-of-charge every 90 days to ensure it remains above 75% throughout the storage period.
3. Choose a cool, dry storage location with temperatures between 0ºC and 27ºC. Higher temperatures can accelerate self-discharge in batteries.
Use the link to download a brochure to learn more about service, charging, and storage tips!
Remember: Prioritizing maintenance for your battery will maximize performance and extend its service life, allowing you to enjoy more uninterrupted time on the water!