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Care and storage

EWJ00792 Checking the battery
WARNING  Make sure that the battery case is not dam-
Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dan- aged.
gerous, causing severe burns, etc. Elec-  Make sure that the battery terminals are
trolyte contains sulfuric acid. Avoid not corroded or damaged.
contact with skin, eyes, or clothing.  Make sure that the breather hose is not
Antidotes clogged or damaged.
External: Flush with water. Checking the electrolyte level
Internal: Drink large quantities of water or Make sure that the electrolyte level is be-
milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten tween the maximum and minimum level
egg, or vegetable oil. Call a physician im- marks.
mediately. If the electrolyte level is low, add distilled wa-
Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes and ter to raise it to the specified level. NOTICE:
get prompt medical attention. Use only distilled water for replenishing
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep the battery, otherwise battery life could be
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc., well away. shortened. [ECJ00242]
If using or charging the battery in an en-
closed space, make sure that it is well
ventilated. Always shield your eyes when
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- 1 Maximum level mark
move the battery from the watercraft. 2 Minimum level mark
If distilled water was added, check the bat-
tery voltage.
It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer
2 check the battery voltage and charge the bat-
tery. If you charge the battery yourself, be
sure to read and follow the instructions pro-
3
vided with the battery tester and charger you
use. NOTICE: Do not attempt to charge a
1 4 battery hastily. Battery life could be short-
ened. [ECJ00252]
1 Negative (–) battery terminal: Black lead
2 Battery band
3 Positive (+) battery terminal: Red lead
4 Breather hose

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