1967 Evinrude StarFlite 80 HP Outboards Service Manual, PN 4359, Page 78Get this manual
DESCRIPTION The complete electrical system is made up of the ignition system, the starter system, the alternator charging system, and the storage batteryAlso included are the instrument and cable group, the electric shift, and operator's remote controlsSee Figur es 7-1 and 7-2This section will cover the starter system and the charging system, and battery maintenanceElectrical components covered in other sections of this manual include the following: Ignition system Electric shift Remote controls Section Section Section 8
BA TTERY TESTING The condition of the battery cells may be checked quickly and accurately by the following "light load test" procedureSee Figure 7-3aBefore starting the test, add water as necessary to bring the electrolyte to the proper levelbPlace load on battery by holding starter switch on for secondsIt makes no difference whether starter turns engine or notHowever, if engine starts, turn off ignition to stop engine immediatelycTurn on an to 10 ampere load by turning ignition switch to "ON" position and turning on lights or other accessoriesAfter minute, with to 10 ampere load still on, read individual cell voltages of battery with voltmeter having .01 volt scale divisionNOTE After testing, close openings made in sealing compound by the probes of the voltmeter above the connector straps, by pressing the sealing compound with blunt toolIf any cell reads 1.95 volts or more, and the differ-