Yamaha F6AMH, Service Manual

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GENERAL
GENERAL
CHECKING THE ANODE
Check:
Anode (engine side)
Anode (lower unit)
Scales
Clean.
Oil/grease Clean.
Excessive wear/damage Replace.
CAUTION:
Do not oil, grease, or paint the anode, or it
will no operate properly.
CHECKING THE BATTERY
WARNING
Battery electrolytic fluid is dangerous; it
contains sulfuric acid and therefore is
poisonous and highly caustic.
Always follow these preventive measures:
Avoid bodily contact with electrolytic
fluid as it can cause severe burns or
permanent 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:
Change batteries in a well-ventilated
area.
Keep batteries away from fire, soarks, or
open flames (e.g., welding equipment,
lighted cigarettes, etc.).
Anode mounting plug (engine):
18 N m (1.8 kgf m, 13.3 ft lb)
Anode mounting screw (engine):
2 N m (0.2 kgf m, 1.5 ft lb)
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