On Sun, 18 Dec 2005 00:10:25 +0000, Gene Kearns wrote:

On Sat, 17 Dec 2005 15:06:16 -0800, "wtrplnet"
wrote:



I'm no expert on this but IIRC charging a battery can build up explosive
fumes. I would expect those to disperse in a car battery but in a boat
could collect in the bilge and cause a really dangerous condition.

Anyone?


Your point is well taken and speaks to the point that batteries should
only be installed in approved locations. There must be venting.


Not quite. The "explosive fumes" are hydrogen, which is lighter than air.
It will NOT "collect in the bilge". Not saying that batteries shouldn't be
properly vented, though.

Lloyd