Battery - Yamaha SR230 Owner's/Operator's Manual

7) Grease the areas of the Sport Boat
specified in "Grease Ponts" in the
Adjustment and Maintenance sec-
tion.

BATTERY

1) If the boat will be out of use, the bat-
tery switch 1 in the battery com-
partment can be switched to the Off
position to prevent accidental drain-
ing of the battery.
CAUTION:
With the battery switch in the Off
position, the bilge pump will not
work, even if the bilge pump switch
is in the On position. The bilge could
fill with water.
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2) When the Sport Boat is not to be
used for a month or more, remove
the battery and store it in a cool,
dark place. Clean the battery's cas-
ing and terminals using a mixture of
baking soda and water (one tbsp. of
baking soda to one cup of water).
apply dielectric grease or petroleum
jelly to the battery terminals and to
all exposed connectors.
M
AINTENANCE
3) If the battery will be stored for a
longer period, check the specific
gravity of the fluid at least once a
month and recharge the battery if it
gets too low.
Specific gravity: 1.28 at 20°C (68°F)
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