
Maintenance
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DO NOT SMOKE when charging or han-
dling batteries.
KEEP BATTERIES AND ELECTROLYTIC
FLUID OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
CAUTION:
ECM00360
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A poorly maintained battery will quickly
deteriorate.
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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 de-ion-
ized water suitable to use in batteries).
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
re-charging batteries.
EMU29332
Connecting the battery
WARNING
EWM00570
Mount the battery holder securely in a dry,
well-ventilated, vibration-free location in
the boat. Install a fully charged battery in
the holder.
CAUTION:
ECM01122
●
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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Connect the red battery cable first when
installing the battery and disconnect the
black battery cable first when removing
it.
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The electrical contacts of the battery
and cables must be clean and properly
connected, or the battery will not start
the engine.
Connect the red battery cable to the POSI-
TIVE (+) terminal first. Then connect the black
battery cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal.
1. Red cable
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