Maintenance
●Avoid bodily contact with electrolytic fluid as it can cause severe burns or per- manent eye injury.
●Wear protective eye gear when handling
or working near batteries. Antidote (EXTERNAL):
●SKIN - Flush with water.
●EYES - Flush with water for 15 minutes
and get immediate medical attention. Antidote (INTERNAL):
●Drink large quantities of water or milk followed by milk of magnesia, beaten egg, or vegetable oil. Get immediate medical attention.
Batteries also generate explosive hydrogen gas; therefore, you should always follow these preventive measures:
●Charge batteries in a
●Keep batteries away from fire, sparks, or open flames (for example: welding equipment, lighted cigarettes, and so on.)
●DO NOT SMOKE when charging or han- dling batteries.
KEEP BATTERIES AND ELECTROLYTIC FLUID OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
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CAUTION:
●A poorly maintained battery will quickly deteriorate.
●Ordinary tap water contains minerals harmful to a battery, and should not be used for topping up.
1.Check the electrolyte level at least once a month. Fill to the manufacturer’s recom- mended level when necessary. Top up only with distilled water (or pure
2.Always keep the battery in a good state of charge. Installing a voltmeter will help you monitor your battery. If you will not use the boat for a month or more, remove the battery from the boat and store it in a cool, dark place. Completely recharge the battery before using it.
3.If the battery will be stored for longer than a month, check the specific gravity of the fluid at least once a month and recharge the battery when it is low.
NOTE:
Consult a Yamaha dealer when charging or
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Connecting the battery
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WARNING
Mount the battery holder securely in a dry,
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CAUTION:
●Make sure the main switch (on applica- ble models) is “
” (off) before working on the battery.
●Reversal of the battery cables will dam- age the electrical parts.
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