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Disconnecting the battery checking top cowling, Maintenance – Yamaha LF225 User Manual

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Maintenance

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Connect the red battery cable first when
installing the battery and disconnect the
black battery cable first when removing
it. Otherwise, the electrical parts can be
damaged.

The electrical contacts of the battery
and cables must be clean and properly
connected, or the battery will not start
the engine.

Connect the RED battery cable to the POSI-
TIVE (+) terminal first. Then connect the
BLACK battery cable to the NEGATIVE (-) ter-
minal.

Connecting an accessory battery (optional)
1.

Remove the accessory battery coupler
cover from the outboard motor.

2.

Connect the accessory battery coupler to
the coupler of the accessory battery ca-
ble (optional). Use a connecting cable be-
tween the (-) terminals of the starting
battery and accessory battery. See the il-
lustrations of the wiring connections. This
cable must be made from wire thicker
than the starting battery cable.

WARNING

EWM00600

Use of smaller wire could lead to a fire.

NOTE:

If connecting an accessory battery, consult
your Yamaha dealer about correct wiring.

EMU29370

Disconnecting the battery

Disconnect the BLACK cable from the NEGA-
TIVE (-) terminal first. Then disconnect the
RED cable from the POSITIVE (+) terminal.

EMU29390

Checking top cowling

Check the fitting of the top cowling by pushing
it with both hands. If it is loose have it repaired
by your Yamaha dealer.

1. Red cable

2. Black cable
3. Battery

1. Battery for starting

2. Battery for accessories

3. Large red lead for starting battery

4. Small red lead for accessory battery charg-

ing (optional part)

5. Large black lead

6. Negative connecting cable

7. Power for accessories

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