Yamaha SX230 Owner's/Operator's Manual page 92

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M
AINTENANCE
WARNING
Battery electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous, causing severe burns,
etc. It contains sulfuric acid. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Antidote:
EXTERNAL – Flush with water.
INTERNAL – Drink large quantities
of water or milk. Follow with milk of
magnesia, beaten egg or vegetable
oil. Call physician immediately.
EYES – Flush with water for 15 min-
utes and get prompt medical atten-
tion.
A battery produces explosive gases.
Keep sparks, flame, cigarettes, etc.,
away. Ventilate when charging or
using in enclosed space. Always
shield eyes when working near bat-
teries.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Replenishing the Battery Fluid
A poorly maintained battery will deteri-
orate quickly. The battery fluid should
be checked before every outing.
Fill to the manufacturer's recommend-
ed level when necessary. Top up only
with distilled water (or pure de-ionized
water) suitable to use in batteries.
CAUTION:
Normal tap water contains minerals
which are harmful to a battery;
therefore, refill only with distilled
water.
& C
ARE
Recharging
● When charging the battery, keep
● When using a battery charger,
● If jump-starting the engine is nec-
1) Remove the caps from the cells.
2) Follow the battery manufacturer's
Connecting the Battery Terminals
Always make sure the connections are
correct when you install the battery in
the Sport Boat. Make sure that the
breather pipe is properly connected
and that it is not damaged or obstruct-
ed.
4-16
WARNING
it well away from sparks and
open flames, as it gives off explo-
sive gases.
connect the battery to the charg-
er before you turn on the charger.
This will prevent sparking at the
terminals that could ignite battery
gases.
essary in an emergency, follow
the instructions on page 5-4.
Improper jump-starting could
cause sparking and explosion.
Add distilled water if necessary to
top up the electrolyte to the proper
level.
instructions for charging.