Battery; Cleaning - Yamaha XL700Y WaveRunner Owner's/Operator's Manual

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BATTERY

1) When the machine is not to be used
for a month or more, remove the bat-
tery and store it in a cool, dark place.
Clean the battery's casing and termi-
nals using a mixture of baking soda
and water (one tablespoon. of baking
soda to one cup of water). Apply
dielectric grease or petroleum jelly to
the battery terminals and to all
exposed connectors.
2) If the battery is to be stored for a
longer period, check the specific grav-
ity 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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CLEANING

1) Wash down the hull, handlebars, and
drive unit with fresh water.
2) Rinse the engine and bilge area with
fresh water. Drain off all water and
wipe up remaining moisture with
clean, dry rags.
3) Spray the engine's exterior with
Yamaha Silicone
Lubricant.
4) Wax the hull with a non-abrasive wax
such as Yamaha Silicone Wax.
5) Wipe all vinyl and rubber compo-
nents, such as the seat and engine
compartment seals, with a vinyl pro-
tectant such as Yamaha Protectant.
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