Lubricating The Outboard Motor - Yamaha EK40G Service Manual

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Battery electrolyte is dangerous; it con-
tains sulfuric acid which is poisonous and
highly caustic.
9 Avoid bodily contact with electrolyte as
it can cause severe burns or permanent
eye injury.
9 Wear protective eye gear when handling
or working near batteries.
Antidote (EXTERNAL):
9 SKIN – Wash with water.
9 EYES – Flush with water for 15 minutes
and get immediate medical attention.
Antidote (INTERNAL):
9 Drink large quantities of water or milk
followed with milk of magnesia, beaten
egg, or vegetable oil. Get immediate
medical attention.
9 Charge batteries in a well-ventilated
area.
9 Keep batteries away from fire, sparks or
open flames (e.g., welding equipment,
lighted cigarettes).
9 DO NOT SMOKE when charging or han-
dling batteries.
KEEP BATTERIES AND ELECTROLYTE
OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
NOTE:
9 Batteries vary per manufacturer. The proce-
dures mentioned in this manual may not
always apply, therefore, consult the instruc-
tion manual of the battery.
9 Disconnect the negative battery lead first,
then the positive battery lead.
Electrolyte specific gravity:
1.280 at 20° C (68° F)

Lubricating the outboard motor

1. Apply water resistant grease to the areas
shown.
NOTE:
Apply grease to the grease nipple until it
flows from the bushings a.
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