Checking Battery (For Electric Start Models); Connecting The Battery - Yamaha F200 Owner's Manual

Maintenance
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Checking battery (for electric start
models)
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WARNING
Battery electrolytic fluid is poisonous and
caustic, and batteries generate explosive
hydrogen gas. When working near the bat-
tery:
Wear protective eye gear and rubber
G
gloves.
Do not smoke or bring any other source
G
of ignition near the battery.
Refer to page 15 for detailed safety infor-
mation about batteries.
The procedure for checking the battery varies
for different batteries. This procedure con-
tains typical checks that apply to many batter-
ies, but you should always refer to the battery
manufacturer's instructions.
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NOTICE
A poorly maintained battery will quickly
deteriorate.
1. Check the electrolyte level.
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2. Check the battery's charge. If your boat is
equipped with the digital speedometer,
the voltmeter and low battery alert func-
tions will help you monitor the battery's
charge. If the battery needs charging,
consult your Yamaha dealer.
3. Check the battery connections. They
should be clean, secure, and covered by
an insulating cover. WARNING! Bad
connections can produce shorting or
arcing and cause an explosion.
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Connecting the battery

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WARNING
Mount the battery holder securely in a dry,
well-ventilated, vibration-free location in
the boat. Install a fully charged battery in
the holder.
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NOTICE
Reversal of the battery cables will damage
the electrical parts.
1. Make sure the main switch (on applicable
models) is "
the battery.
2. Connect the red battery cable to the
POSITIVE (+) terminal first. Then con-
nect the black battery cable to the NEGA-
TIVE (-) terminal.
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" (off) before working on