Yanmar 2YM15 Operation Manual page 63

Figure 6
1 – Air Bleed Screw
2 – Bracket
3 – O-Ring
4 – Fuel Filter Element
5 – Fuel Filter Housing
6 – Retaining Ring
1. Close the fuel cock of the fuel tank.
2. Put a pan under the fuel water
separator.
3. Loosen the retaining ring
(Figure 6, (6)) and remove the filter
housing (Figure 6, (5)) and drain off
any water or sediment collected inside.
4. After draining, tighten the air bleed
screw (Figure 6, (1)).
5. Be sure to bleed air from the fuel
system. See Bleeding the Fuel
System on page 25.
YM Series Operation Manual
Checking the Battery Electrolyte
(1)
Level (Serviceable Batteries Only)
NEVER operate with insufficient battery
electrolyte. Operating with insufficient
electrolyte will destroy the battery.
(2)
WARNING! Batteries contain sulfuric
acid. NEVER allow battery fluid to come
in contact with clothing, skin or eyes.
(3)
Severe burns could result. ALWAYS
wear safety goggles and protective
clothing when servicing the battery. If
(4)
battery fluid contacts the eyes and / or
skin, immediately flush the affected area
with a large amount of clean water and
obtain prompt medical treatment.
NOTICE: NEVER turn off the battery
switch (if equipped) or short the battery
(5)
cables during operation. Damage to the
electrical system will result.
NOTICE: Battery fluid tends to
evaporate in high temperatures,
(6)
especially in summer. In such
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conditions, inspect the battery earlier
than specified.
1.
2.
3.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Make sure the engine is off and the key
is removed.
Turn the battery master switch to OFF
(if equipped) or disconnect the negative
(-) battery cable.
Remove the plugs and check the
electrolyte level in all cells. NOTICE:
NEVER attempt to remove the
covers or fill a maintenance-free
battery.
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