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CONNECTING JUMPER CABLES
If the vehicle battery has run down, the
engine can be started using a 12-volt bat-
tery and jumper cables.
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Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dan-
gerous. It contains sulfuric acid which can
cause severe burns. Avoid contact with
skin, eyes or clothing.
Antidote: EXTERNAL-Flush with water.
INTERNAL-Drink large quantities of water
or milk; follow with milk of magnesia,
beaten egg, or vegetable oil. EYES-Flush
with water for 15 minutes and get
prompt medical attention.
Batteries give off explosive gases. Keep
sparks, flame, cigarettes, etc. well away.
If using or charging the battery in an
enclosed area, make sure that it is well
ventilated. Always shield your eyes when
working near batteries.
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Remove any weeds or debris from
around the drive shaft, impeller,
pump housing, and steering nozzle.
If it is difficult to remove them, con-
sult your Yamaha Water Vehicle deal-
er.
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Always avoid running your vehicle in
areas where weed growth is thick. If trav-
eling in weeded areas is unavoidable, run
the engine alternately at partial-throttle
and full-throttle. Weeds tend to accumu-
late more at a steady speed and at
trolling speed. If weeds clog the intake or
impeller area and cause cavitation, follow
the above cleaning procedure.
