Maintenance
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EMU29320
Inspecting and replacing anode(s)
Yamaha outboard motors are protected from
corrosion by sacrificial anodes. Inspect the
external anodes periodically. Remove scales
Checking battery (for electric start
models)
EWM00330
WARNING
from the surfaces of the anodes. Consult a Battery electrolytic fluid is dangerous; it
Yamaha dealer for replacement of external contains sulfuric acid and therefore is
anodes.
poisonous and highly caustic.
Always follow these preventive mea-
sures:
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CAUTION:
Do not paint anodes, as this would render q Avoid bodily contact with electrolytic
them ineffective.
fluid as it can cause severe burns or
permanent eye injury.
Wear protective eye gear when han-
dling or working near batteries.
Antidote (EXTERNAL):
SKIN - Flush with water.
NOTE:
q
Inspect ground leads attached to external
anodes on equipped models. Consult a
Yamaha dealer for inspection and replace-
ment of internal anodes attached to the pow-
er unit.
q
q
EYES - Flush with water for 15 minutes
and get immediate medical attention.
Antidote (INTERNAL):
q
Drink large quantities of water or milk
followed by milk of magnesia, beaten
egg, or vegetable oil. Get immediate
medical attention.
Batteries also generate explosive hydro-
gen gas; therefore, you should always
follow these preventive measures:
q
Charge batteries in a well-ventilated ar-
ea.
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q
Keep batteries away from fire, sparks,
or open flames (for example: welding
equipment, lighted cigarettes, and so
on.)
q
DO NOT SMOKE when charging or han-
dling batteries.
KEEP BATTERIES AND ELECTROLYTIC
FLUID OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
ECM00360
ZMU01902
CAUTION:
q
A poorly maintained battery will quickly
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| Categories | Yamaha Outboard Manuals |
|---|---|
| Document Type | Boat Motor Manual Free Download. Marine Operator's Boating Guide. |
| Tags | Yamaha VZ300C |
| Model Year | 2004 |
| Download File |
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| Language | English |
| Product Brand | Yamaha Motor. Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA - Support Customer Relations for US: 1-800-962-7926
Yamaha Boats: 1-800-962-7926 Yamaha Outboard Customer Relations: 1-866-894-1626 , Yamaha Outboard |
| Document File Type | |
| Publisher | yamaha-motor.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Yamaha Motor Company |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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