Inspecting And Replacing Anode(S); Checking Battery (For Electric Start Models) - Yamaha F25D Owner's Manual

Maintenance
suction pipe) in a suitable cleaning sol-
vent. Allow the filter to dry.
5. Replace the gasket with a new one. Re-
install the fuel joint assembly and tighten
the screws firmly.
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.
ECM00720
NOTICE
Do not paint anodes, as this would render
them ineffective.
76
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.
ZMU06559
EMU29323
Checking battery (for electric start
models)
EWM01902
Battery electrolyte is poisonous and
caustic, and batteries generate explosive
hydrogen gas. When working near the
battery:
Wear protective eye gear and rubber
●
ZMU03664 gloves.
Do not smoke or bring any other source
●
of ignition near the battery.
The procedure for checking the battery var-
ies for different batteries. This procedure
WARNING
ZMU02924
ZMU05024