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Batteries and Battery Chargers
This technical information report provides educational material regarding batteries and battery chargers for boats. By understanding the characteristics of the various battery types and battery chargers, the reader can properly select and maintain the on-board battery system. This report excludes the less commonly used battery types and battery management techniques. The reader is also cautioned to gather more information from the manufacturer of the battery and battery charger, using this report as a guideline and not as an exclusive source for all information needed for a specific system on a boat. This technical information report contains information applicable to boats utilizing marine batteries and non-rotating permanently installed marine battery chargers.
American Boat & Yacht Council [abyc]