Connecting The Battery (For Electric Starting Models); Pre-Operation Check - Yamaha MX175 Owner's Manual

Before operation
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Connecting the battery
(For electric starting models)
Recommended battery capacity is 12 V/26 Ah or more.
Use battery lead wires with cross section of at least 8
mm (0.31 in) square.
1. Connect the battery positive terminal to the starter
switch.
2. Ground the battery negative terminal to the engine
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mounting bolt.

Pre-operation check

WARNING
If any item in the pre-operation check is not work-
ing properly, have it inspected and repaired before
operating the multi-purpose engine.
The condition of a multi-purpose engine is the owner's
responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate
quickly and unexpectedly, even if the multi-purpose
engine is unused.
TIP
Pre-operation checks should be made each time the
multi-purpose engine is used.
Pre-operation check
• Fuel
- Check fuel level in fuel tank.
- Refuel if necessary.
(See page 15 for more details.)
• Fuel line
- Check fuel hose for crack or damage.
- Replace if necessary.
• Engine oil
- Check oil level in engine.
- If necessary, add recommended oil to correct level.
- Check multi-purpose engine for oil leakage.
(See page 17 for more details.)
• The point where abnormality was recognized by
use
- Check operation.
- If necessary, consult a Yamaha dealer.