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PREDELIVERY CHECK
CHECKING CHART
Check elements
Checking points
Reference page
Throttle lever
Free play
5
Battery
Battery condition
13
Oil pump
Air bleed
15
Trolling speed
Trolling speed
16
Steering system
Handlebar and steering nozzle positions
17
QSTS
Trim nozzle position
18
BATTERY
WARNING
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Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dan-
gerous, causing severe burns, etc. Con-
tains sulfuric acid.
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Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
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Antidote: EXTERNAL-Flush with water.
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INTERNAL-Drink large quantities of water
or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia,
beaten egg or vegetable oil. Call a physi-
cian immediately. Eyes: Flush with water
for 15 minutes and get prompt medical
attention. Batteries produce explosive
gases. Keep sparks, flame, cigarettes,
etc., away. Ventilate when charging or
using in an enclosed space. Always shield
your eyes when working near batteries.
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KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to place the battery on its
side. Before adding the battery fluid or
recharging, be sure to bring it out of the
battery compartment. When checking the
battery, make sure the breather hose is
connected to the battery and is not pinched
shut anywhere in the battery compart-
ment.