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Care and storage

egg, or vegetable oil. Call a physician im- Checking the electrolyte level
mediately. Make sure that the electrolyte level is be-
Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes and tween the maximum and minimum level
get prompt medical attention. marks.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep If the electrolyte level is low, add distilled wa-
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc., well away. ter to raise it to the specified level. NOTICE:
If using or charging the battery in an en- Use only distilled water for replenishing
closed space, make sure that it is well the battery, otherwise battery life could be
ventilated. Always shield your eyes when shortened. [ECJ00242]
working near batteries.
Keep out of the reach of children.

To remove the battery:
(1) Disconnect the negative (–) battery lead.
(2) Disconnect the positive (+) battery lead.
(3) Disconnect the breather hose.
(4) Unhook the battery bands, and then re-
move the battery from the watercraft.

1 2 3 1 Maximum level mark
2 Minimum level mark
If distilled water was added, check the bat-
tery voltage.
4 It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer
check the battery voltage and charge the bat-
tery. If you charge the battery yourself, be
sure to read and follow the instructions pro-
vided with the battery tester and charger you
1 Negative (–) battery terminal: Black lead
use. NOTICE: Do not attempt to charge a
2 Battery band
battery hastily. Battery life could be short-
3 Positive (+) battery terminal: Red lead
4 Breather hose ened. [ECJ00252]
Checking the battery
 Make sure that the battery case is not dam-
aged.
 Make sure that the battery terminals are
not corroded or damaged.
 Make sure that the breather hose is not
clogged or damaged.

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