Yamaha F6AMH Service Manual

GENERAL
GENERAL
CHECKING THE ANODE
Check:
 Anode (engine side)
 Anode (lower unit)
Scales
 Clean.
Oil/grease
 Clean.
Excessive wear/damage
 Replace.
CAUTION:
Do not oil, grease, or paint the anode, or it
will no operate properly.
CHECKING THE BATTERY
WARNING
Battery electrolytic fluid is dangerous; it
contains sulfuric acid and therefore is
poisonous and highly caustic.
Always follow these preventive measures:
 Avoid bodily contact with electrolytic
fluid as it can cause severe burns or
permanent eye injury.
 Wear protective eye gear when handling
or working near batteries.
Antidote (EXTERNAL):
 SKIN - Flush with water.
 EYES - Flush with water for 15 minutes
and get immediate medical attention.
Antidote (INTERNAL):
 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 hydrogen
gas; therefore, you should always follow
these preventive measures:
 Change batteries in a well-ventilated
area.
 Keep batteries away from fire, soarks, or
open flames (e.g., welding equipment,
lighted cigarettes, etc.).
Anode mounting plug (engine):
18 N
 m (1.8 kgf  m, 13.3 ft  lb)
Anode mounting screw (engine):
2 N
 m (0.2 kgf  m, 1.5 ft  lb)
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Yamaha F6AMH Specifications

General

Brand	Yamaha
Model	F6AMH
Category	Outboard Motor
Language	English