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INSP
ADJ
ELECTRICAL
1. Remove:
• Bands
• Battery negative lead
1
• Battery positive lead
2
• Battery
• Battery breather hose
3
WARNING
• When removing the battery, disconnect
the negative lead first.
• Remove the battery to prevent acid loss
during turning the watercraft on its side
for the impeller, etc.
2. Inspect:
• Electrolyte level
Low
→
Add distilled water.
The electrolyte level should be between
the maximum
a
and minimum
b
level
marks.
CAUTION:
Use only distilled water. Other types of
water contain minerals which are harmful
to batteries.
Filling steps:
• Remove each filler cap.
• Add distilled water to the maximum level
mark.
• When the electrolyte level reaches the
maximum level mark, allow the cell to
stand for 20 minutes. If the electrolyte
level drops, add more distilled water so
the level reaches the maximum level
mark.