How do you take care of a marine battery?

Taking proper care of a marine battery is so important, as it plays a huge part in keeping the battery in service for as long as possible. A marine battery can be temperamental, which means that if you don’t care for it properly, the lifespan will be shortened. To properly care for your marine battery and extend its lifespan, make sure that it’s frequently kept on a trickle charger, install a quick-charging port, and check the user’s manual and do everything it indicates you should do.

Can deep cycle batteries start an engine?

Yes, but it depends on the battery and the engine. Usually deep cycle batteries offer less CCA, but they may still be powerful enough to start the engine with current.

How do you store a marine battery?

The storage requirements for a marine battery depend on the type of battery. Be sure that you adhere to the instructions offered by the manufacturer to avoid problems.

Will I need more than one battery?

It depends. If you would like to power your onboard appliances, you’ll need a starter and at least one deep cycle battery. The more power your battery requires, the more deep cycles you’ll need.

Author: John Sampson

John Sampson

John is an experienced journalist and veteran boater. He heads up the content team at BoatingBeast and aims to share his many years experience of the marine world with our readers.

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