Lubrication; Battery Care - Yamaha F13.5B Owner's Manual

cessively and almost stall.
10. Remove the outboard motor from the
test tank.
11. Install the silencer cover/cap of fogging
hole and top cowling.
12. If the "Fogging Oil" is not available, run
the engine at a fast idle until the fuel sys-
tem becomes empty and the engine
stops.
13. Drain the cooling water completely out
of the motor. Clean the body thoroughly.
14. If the "Fogging Oil" is not available, re-
move the spark plug(s). Pour a tea-
spoonful of clean engine oil into each
cylinder. Crank several times manually.
Replace the spark plug(s).
15. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank.
16. Store the fuel tank in a dry, well-ventilat-
ed place, not in direct sunlight.
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1. Install the spark plug(s) and torque to
proper specification. For information on
spark plug installation, see page 61.
2. Change the gear oil. For instructions,
see page 69. Inspect the oil for the pres-
ence of water that indicates a leaky seal.
Seal replacement should be performed
by an authorized Yamaha dealer prior to
use.
3. Grease all grease fittings. For further de-
tails, see page 60.
NOTE:
For long-term storage, fogging the engine
with oil is recommended. Contact your
Yamaha dealer for information about fogging
oil and procedures for your engine.
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WARNING
Battery electrolytic fluid is dangerous; it
contains sulfuric acid and therefore is
poisonous and highly caustic.
Always follow these preventive mea-
sures:
Avoid bodily contact with electrolytic
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fluid as it can cause severe burns or
permanent eye injury.
Wear protective eye gear when han-
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dling or working near batteries.
Antidote (EXTERNAL):
SKIN - Flush with water.
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EYES - Flush with water for 15 minutes
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and get immediate medical attention.
Antidote (INTERNAL):
Drink large quantities of water or milk
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followed by milk of magnesia, beaten
egg, or vegetable oil. Get immediate
medical attention.
Batteries also generate explosive hydro-
gen gas; therefore, you should always
follow these preventive measures:
Charge batteries in a well-ventilated ar-
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ea.
Keep batteries away from fire, sparks,
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or open flames (for example: welding
equipment, lighted cigarettes, and so
on.)
DO NOT SMOKE when charging or han-
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dling batteries.
KEEP BATTERIES AND ELECTROLYTIC
FLUID OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Follow the manual of the battery for the han-
dling of the battery. Batteries vary among
manufacturers. Therefore the following pro-
cedures may not always apply. Consult your
battery manufacturer's instructions.
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