Maintenance
1.Disconnect and remove the battery from the boat. Always disconnect the black negative cable first to prevent the risk of shorting.
2.Clean the battery casing and terminals. Fill each cell to the upper level with dis- tilled water.
3.Store the battery on a level surface in a cool, dry,
4.Once a month, check the specific gravity of the electrolyte and recharge as re-
quired to prolong battery life.
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Cleaning the outboard motor
After use, wash the exterior of the outboard motor with fresh water. Flush the cooling system with fresh water.
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NOTE:
For cooling system flushing instructions, see page 38.
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Checking painted surface of motor
Check the motor for scratches, nicks, or flaking paint. Areas with damaged paint are more likely to corrode. If necessary, clean and paint the areas. A
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Periodic maintenance
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WARNING
Be sure to turn off the engine when you perform maintenance unless otherwise specified. If you or the owner is not familiar with machine servicing, this work should be done by your Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic.
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any marine engine repair establishment or individual. All warranty repairs, however, including those to the emission control system, must be performed by an authorized Yamaha marine dealership.
A service manual is available for purchase through your Yamaha dealer for owners who have the mechanical skills, tools, and other equipment necessary to perform maintenance not covered by this owner’s manual.
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Replacement parts
If replacement parts are necessary, use only genuine Yamaha parts or parts of the same type and of equivalent strength and materi- als. Any part of inferior quality may malfunc- tion, and the resulting loss of control could endanger the operator and passengers. Yamaha genuine parts and accessories are available from your Yamaha dealer.
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