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To remove the battery:
Disconnect the negative (–) battery lead first,
then the positive (+) battery lead and breather
hose, and then remove the battery from the
watercraft.
To replenish the battery:
(1) Make sure that the electrolyte level is be-
tween the maximum and minimum level
marks.
1 Maximum level mark
2 Minimum level mark
(2) If the electrolyte level is low, add distilled
water to raise it to the specified level.
NOTICE: Use only distilled water for
replenishing the battery, otherwise
battery life could be shortened.
To recharge the battery:
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NOTICE
Do not attempt to charge a battery hastily.
Battery life could be shortened.
It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer
charge the battery. If you charge the battery
yourself, be sure to read and follow the in-
structions provided with the battery tester and
charger you use.
To install the battery:
(1) Place the battery in the battery compart-
ment. Connect the red lead to the positive
(+) battery terminal, and then connect the
black lead to the negative (–) battery ter-
Maintenance and care
minal. NOTICE: Reversal of the battery
leads will damage the electrical parts.
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(2) Connect the breather hose to the battery.
(3) Secure the battery in place. WARNING!
Fire or explosion could result if the
breather hose is damaged, obstruct-
ed, or not connected properly.
1 Positive (+) battery terminal: Red lead
2 Negative (–) battery terminal: Black lead
3 Breather hose
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Adjusting the carburetor
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NOTICE
If the carburetor settings are disturbed by
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someone who does not have the neces-
sary technical knowledge, poor engine
performance and damage may result.
The carburetor is a vital part of the engine and
requires very sophisticated adjustments.
Most adjustments should be left to a Yamaha
dealer who has the professional knowledge
and experience to make them.
However, the operator may adjust the trolling
speed as part of the usual maintenance rou-
tine.
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Adjusting the trolling speed
(1) Place the watercraft in the water.
(2) Start the engine and warm it up for 1 to 2
minutes.
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