Yamaha LZ200, Operator'S Manual

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Maintenance
80
When the oil begins to flow out of the oil
level plug hole, insert and tighten the oil
level plug.
7. Put a new gasket on the gear oil drain
screw. Insert and tighten the gear oil
drain screw.
EMU29313
Inspecting and replacing anode(s)
Yamaha outboard motors are protected from
corrosion by sacrificial anodes. Inspect the
external anodes periodically. Remove scales
from the surfaces of the anodes. Consult a
Yamaha dealer for replacement of external
anodes.
NOTICE
ECM00720
Do not paint anodes, as this would render
them ineffective.
TIP:
Inspect ground leads attached to external
anodes on equipped models. Consult a
Yamaha dealer for inspection and replace-
ment of internal anodes attached to the pow-
er unit.
EMU29322
Checking battery (for electric start
models)
WARNING
EWM01900
Battery electrolytic fluid is poisonous
and caustic, and batteries generate ex-
plosive hydrogen gas. When working
near the battery:
●
Wear protective eye gear and rubber
gloves.
●
Do not smoke or bring any other source
of ignition near the battery.
Refer to page 14 for detailed safety infor-
mation about batteries.
The procedure for checking the battery var-
ies for different batteries. This procedure
contains typical checks that apply to many
batteries, but you should always refer to the
battery manufacturer’s instructions.
NOTICE
ECM01920
A poorly maintained battery will quickly
deteriorate.
Tightening torque:
9 Nm (0.9 kgf-m, 6.6 ft-lb)
Tightening torque:
9 Nm (0.9 kgf-m, 6.6 ft-lb)
ZMU01901
ZMU04008
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