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Care and storage

EWJ00792 Checking the battery
 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. Checking the battery voltage and charging
Antidotes the battery
External: Flush with water. It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer
Internal: Drink large quantities of water or check the battery voltage and charge the bat-
milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten tery. Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
egg, or vegetable oil. Call a physician im- tery as soon as possible if it seems to have
mediately. discharged. Keep in mind that the battery
Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes and tends to discharge more quickly if the vehicle
get prompt medical attention. is equipped with optional electrical accesso-
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep ries. NOTICE: To charge a VRLA (Valve
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc., well away. Regulated Lead Acid) battery, a special
If using or charging the battery in an en- (constant-voltage) battery charger is re-
closed space, make sure that it is well quired. Using a conventional battery char-
ventilated. Always shield your eyes when ger will damage the battery. [ECJ02810]
working near batteries.
Keep out of the reach of children. Checking the battery bands
Make sure that the battery bands are not
To remove the battery: damaged.
(1) Disconnect the negative (–) battery lead.
(2) Disconnect the positive (+) battery lead. 1
(3) Unhook the battery bands, and then re-
move the battery from the watercraft.

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3
1 Battery band
To store the battery:
1 (1) Clean the battery case using fresh water.
1 Negative (–) battery terminal: Black lead
2 Battery band
3 Positive (+) battery terminal: Red lead

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