Connecting the battery, Maintenance – Yamaha LF225 User Manual

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Maintenance

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Avoid bodily contact with electrolytic
fluid as it can cause severe burns or per-
manent eye injury.

Wear protective eye gear when handling
or working near batteries.

Antidote (EXTERNAL):

SKIN - Flush with water.

EYES - Flush with water for 15 minutes
and get immediate medical attention.

Antidote (INTERNAL):

Drink large quantities of water or milk
followed by milk of magnesia, beaten
egg, or vegetable oil. Get immediate
medical attention.

Batteries also generate explosive hydro-
gen gas; therefore, you should always fol-
low these preventive measures:

Charge batteries in a well-ventilated ar-
ea.

Keep batteries away from fire, sparks, or
open flames (for example: welding
equipment, lighted cigarettes, and so
on.)

DO NOT SMOKE when charging or han-
dling batteries.

KEEP BATTERIES AND ELECTROLYTIC
FLUID OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

CAUTION:

ECM00360

A poorly maintained battery will quickly
deteriorate.

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.

EMU30051

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:

ECM01121

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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