Yamaha AEROX YQ50 Owner's Manual page 50

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
NOTE:
Make sure that the scooter is posi-
tioned straight up when checking the
electrolyte level.
2. Remove panel A. (See page 6-5.)
3. Check the electrolyte level in the
battery.
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UPPER
LOWER
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1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
NOTE:
The electrolyte should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
4. If the electrolyte is at or below the
minimum level mark, add distilled
water to raise it to the maximum
level mark.
WARNING
G Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
• EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
+
2
of water.
• INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.
• EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
G Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.
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CAUTION:
Use only distilled water, as tap water
contains minerals that are harmful
to the battery.
5. Check and, if necessary, tighten
To store the battery
1. If the scooter will not be used for
2. If the battery will be stored for more
3. Fully charge the battery before in-
4. After installation, make sure that
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KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
the battery lead connections and
correct the breather hose routing.
more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
than two months, check the specif-
ic gravity of the electrolyte at least
once a month and fully charge the
battery whenever necessary.
stallation.
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals and
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