Maintenance60Using an accessory batteryUse a connecting cable between the (-) ter-minals of the starting battery and accessorybattery. See the illustrations of the wiringconnections. This cable must be made fromwire equivalent to the starting battery cable.WARNINGEWM00600Use of smaller wire could lead to a fire.NOTE:Consult your Yamaha dealer about correctwiring if a battery selector switch is desired.EMU29370Disconnecting the batteryDisconnect the BLACK cable from the NEG-ATIVE (-) terminal first. Then disconnect theRED cable from the POSITIVE (+) terminal.EMU29390Checking top cowlingCheck the fitting of the top cowling by push-ing it with both hands. If it is loose have it re-paired by your Yamaha dealer.EMU29400Coating the boat bottomA clean hull improves boat performance. Theboat bottom should be kept as clean of ma-rine growth as possible. If necessary, theboat bottom can be coated with an anti-foul-ing paint approved for your area to inhibitmarine growth.Do not use anti-fouling paint which includescopper or graphite. These paints can causemore rapid engine corrosion.1. Red cable2. Black cable3. Battery1. Battery for accessories2. Battery for starting3. Large black lead4. Large red lead for starting battery5. Negative connecting cable6. Power for accessories7. Small red lead for accessory battery charg-ing (optional part)7ZMU019424 3 5162ZMU04679