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For years, I didn't understand why different manufacturing companies did things a certain way. I wanted to create a business that was just as successful as it was safe, so I started learning more and more about industrial and manufacturing standards. I learned that a lot of the different ways that people did things was completely based around safety, and it really opened my eyes up and helped me to make better choices in my own life. This blog is here to help other people to know how to stay safe when they build things, so you can enjoy a great life.

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Time For Summer Fishing Trips? 4 Steps To Avoid Problems With Your Marine Battery

4 May 2017
 Categories: Industrial & Manufacturing, Blog

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Summer is almost here. Time to start planning your fishing trips. If you've got your own fishing boat, you'll want to make sure your battery is prepared for the adventure. With all the preparations you make for your fishing expeditions, your marine battery might be overlooked. Unfortunately, overlooking your marine battery can leave you out of luck for your next fishing trip. Here are four simple steps you should take to make sure your battery is always up for the adventure.

Keep Accurate Records

If you're going to be buying a new marine battery this summer, make sure you keep accurate records. Knowing when and where you bought your battery can help in a couple of different ways. First, it will allow you to keep track of when the warranty runs out. Second, it will provide the documentation you'll need if you encounter problems with your purchase. Third, it will help you plan a proper maintenance schedule for your new battery.

Listen to the Motor

When it comes to your marine battery, it's always a good idea to keep an ear out for problems. You might not realize this, but your engine, including the cranking speed, will help you identify problems with your marine battery before you're left without power somewhere. Each time you start your boat, listen to the motor, specifically for the sound it makes while it's cranking over. If the motor sounds weak, or if there's a prolonged period before it starts up, it might be time for a new battery.

Carry Emergency Gear

Whether you're heading out to the lake or out into the ocean, you should always carry emergency gear for your battery. You never know when you're going to encounter problems. Whenever you head out in your boat, you should have battery cables and a charger with you. If possible, it's also a good idea to carry a spare battery on your boat. Carrying a spare marine battery will allow you to install the fresh battery while you charge the dead one.

Give It a Good Charge

It doesn't matter how old your battery is; you should give it a good charge after each trip. Charging your battery after each trip will ensure that it's ready to go the next time you head out. If you have a main battery and a back-up battery, be sure to charge them both after each trip. The last thing you want is to face an emergency situation, only to find out that your spare battery is out of power, too.