Checking The Battery; Lubricating The Outboard Motor - Yamaha E40G Service Manual

2. Replace the anodes or trim tab if exces-
sively eroded.

Checking the battery

1. Check the battery electrolyte level. If the
level is at or below the minimum level
mark a, add distilled water until the level
is between the maximum and minimum
level marks.
2. Check the specific gravity of the elec-
trolyte. Fully charge the battery if below
specification.
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Battery electrolyte is dangerous; it con-
tains sulfuric acid which is poisonous and
highly caustic.
9 Avoid bodily contact with electrolyte as
it can cause severe burns or permanent
eye injury.
9 Wear protective eye gear when handling
or working near batteries.
Antidote (EXTERNAL):
9 SKIN – Wash with water.
9 EYES – Flush with water for 15 minutes
and get immediate medical attention.
Antidote (INTERNAL):
9 Drink large quantities of water or milk
followed with milk of magnesia, beaten
egg, or vegetable oil. Get immediate
medical attention.
9 Charge batteries in a well-ventilated
area.
9 Keep batteries away from fire, sparks or
open flames (e.g., welding equipment,
lighted cigarettes).
9 DO NOT SMOKE when charging or han-
dling batteries.
KEEP BATTERIES AND ELECTROLYTE
OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
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NOTE:
9 Batteries vary per manufacturer. The proce-
dures mentioned in this manual may not
always apply, therefore, consult the instruc-
tion manual of the battery.
9 Disconnect the negative battery lead first,
then the positive battery lead.
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Lubricating the outboard motor

1. Apply water resistant grease to the areas
shown.
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NOTE:
Apply grease to the grease nipple until it
flows from the bushings a.
Electrolyte specific gravity:
1.280 at 20° C (68° F)
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