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Maintenance
the gear oil drain screw hole.
Recommended gear oil:
Hypoid gear oil SAE#90
Gear oil quantity:
3
1150.0 cm
(38.88 US oz)
(40.56 Imp.oz)
6.
When the oil begins to flow out of the oil
level plug hole, insert and tighten the oil
level plug.
7.
Insert and tighten the gear oil drain
screw.
EMU29312
Inspecting and replacing anode(s)
Yamaha outboard motors are protected from
corrosion by sacrificial anodes. Inspect the
external anodes periodically. Remove scales
from the surfaces of the anodes. Consult a
Yamaha dealer for replacement of external
anodes.
ECM00720
CAUTION:
Do not paint anodes, as this would render
them ineffective.
NOTE:
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.
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EMU29320
Checking battery (for electric start
models)
EWM00330
WARNING
Battery electrolytic fluid is dangerous; it
contains sulfuric acid and therefore is
poisonous and highly caustic.
Always follow these preventive mea-
sures:
Avoid bodily contact with electrolytic
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fluid as it can cause severe burns or
permanent eye injury.
Wear protective eye gear when han-
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dling or working near batteries.
Antidote (EXTERNAL):
SKIN - Flush with water.
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EYES - Flush with water for 15 minutes
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and get immediate medical attention.
Antidote (INTERNAL):
Drink large quantities of water or milk
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ZMU01901
ZMU03461
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