Checking Battery; (For Electric Start Models) - Yamaha F6AMH Manuel D'utilisation

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CHECKING BATTERY

(for Electric start models)

WARNING
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Battery electrolytic fluid is dangerous; it
contains sulfuric acid and therefore is
poisonous and highly caustic.
Always follow these preventive mea-
sures:
G Avoid bodily contact with electrolytic
fluid as it can cause severe burns or
permanent eye injury.
G Wear protective eye gear when han-
dling or working near batteries.
Antidote (EXTERNAL):
G SKIN - Flush with water.
G EYES - Flush with water for 15 minutes
and get immediate medical attention.
Antidote (INTERNAL):
G 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:
G
Charge batteries in a well-ventilated
area.
G
Keep batteries away from fire, sparks,
or open flames (e.g., welding equip-
ment, lighted cigarettes, etc.).
G DO NOT SMOKE when charging or
handling batteries.
G KEEP BATTERIES AND ELECTRO-
LYTIC FLUID OUT OF REACH OF CHIL-
DREN.
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CAUTION:
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G A poorly
quickly deteriorate.
G Ordinary tap-water contains minerals
harmful to a battery, and should not be
used for topping-up.
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4-61
maintained battery
GB
will