Yamaha 2017 WaveRunner EX Owner's/Operator's Manual page 86

Care and storage
Checking the battery bands
Make sure that the battery bands are not
damaged.
1 Battery band
To store the battery:
(1) Clean the battery case using fresh water.
(2) If the battery terminals are dirty or cor-
roded, clean them using a wire brush.
1 Battery terminal
(3) Apply water-resistant grease to the bat-
tery terminals.
Recommended water-resistant grease:
YAMALUBE MARINE
GREASE/Yamaha Grease A
(4) Store the battery in a cool, dry place.
NOTICE: Storing the battery in an un-
charged condition can cause perma-
nent battery damage. Check the
battery periodically.
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To install the battery:
(1) Place the battery in the battery compart-
ment and hook the battery bands onto
the holders.
(2) Connect the positive (+) battery lead (red)
to the positive (+) battery terminal.
NOTICE: Reversal of the battery leads
will damage the electrical parts.
(3) Connect the negative (–) battery lead
(black) to the negative (–) battery termi-
nal.
(4) Connect the breather hose to the bat-
tery. WARNING! Fire or explosion
could result if the breather hose is
damaged, obstructed, or not connect-
ed properly.
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(5) Make sure that the battery is securely
held in place.
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