Disconnecting The Battery; Checking Top Cowling - Yamaha F200 Owner's Manual

Connect the red battery cable first when
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installing the battery and disconnect the
black battery cable first when removing
it. Otherwise, the electrical parts can be
damaged.
The electrical contacts of the battery
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and cables must be clean and properly
connected, or the battery will not start
the engine.
Connect the RED battery cable to the POSI-
TIVE (+) terminal first. Then connect the
BLACK battery cable to the NEGATIVE (-) ter-
minal.
1. Red cable
2. Black cable
3. Battery
Connecting an accessory battery (optional)
1. Remove the accessory battery coupler
cover from the outboard motor.
2. Connect the accessory battery coupler to
the coupler of the accessory battery ca-
ble (optional). Use a connecting cable be-
tween the (-) terminals of the starting
battery and accessory battery. See the il-
lustrations of the wiring connections. This
cable must be made from wire thicker
than the starting battery cable.
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WARNING
Use of smaller wire could lead to a fire.
1. Battery for starting
2. Battery for accessories
3. Large red lead for starting battery
4. Small red lead for accessory battery charg-
ing (optional part)
5. Large black lead
6. Negative connecting cable
7. Power for accessories
NOTE:
If connecting an accessory battery, consult
your Yamaha dealer about correct wiring.
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Disconnecting the battery

Disconnect the BLACK cable from the NEGA-
TIVE (-) terminal first. Then disconnect the
RED cable from the POSITIVE (+) terminal.
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Checking top cowling

Check the fitting of the top cowling by pushing
it with both hands. If it is loose have it repaired
by your Yamaha dealer.
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