Checking The Battery - Yamaha VX/VX Sport Owner's Manual

Maintenance and care
ble free play. (See page 77 for adjustment
procedures.)
1 Adjuster
Steering cable (handlebar end)
G
Steering cable (jet thrust nozzle end)
G
79
For VX Deluxe/VX Cruiser:
G
Shift cable (reverse gate end)
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Checking the battery

Check the level of the battery electrolyte and
make sure that the negative (–) and positive
(+) battery leads are tightened securely.
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WARNING
Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dan-
gerous, causing severe burns, etc. Elec-
trolyte contains sulfuric acid. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes, or clothing.
Antidotes
External: Flush with water.
Internal: Drink large quantities of water or
milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten
egg, or vegetable oil. Call a physician im-
mediately.
Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes and
get prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc., well away.
If using or charging the battery in an en-
closed space, make sure that it is well ven-
tilated. Always shield your eyes when
working near batteries.
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.