Battery Requirements; Specifications Of Battery; Mounting Battery; Multiple Batteries - Yamaha F15 Owner's Manual

Specifications and requirements
your Yamaha dealer.
The remote control unit must be equipped
with a start-in-gear protection device(s). This
device prevents the engine from starting un-
less it is in neutral.
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Battery requirements

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Specifications of Battery

Use a fully charged battery that meets the
following specifications. The engine cannot
be started if battery voltage is too low.
Cold cranking amps
(CCA/SAE):
F15EHA 245–433 A
F15PHA 245–433 A
F20EA 245–433 A
F20EHA 245–433 A
F20PA 245–433 A
F20PHA 245–433 A
Marine cranking amps
(MCA/ABYC):
F15EHA 323–520 A
F15PHA 323–520 A
F20EA 323–520 A
F20EHA 323–520 A
F20PA 323–520 A
F20PHA 323–520 A
Min. reserve capacity (RC/SAE):
F15EHA 52 minutes
F15PHA 52 minutes
F20EA 52 minutes
F20EHA 52 minutes
F20PA 52 minutes
F20PHA 52 minutes
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NOTICE
Do not use a battery that does not meet
the specified capacity. If a battery that
does not meet specifications is used, the
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electric system could perform poorly or
be overloaded, causing electric system
damage.
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Mounting battery

Mount the battery holder securely in a dry,
well-ventilated, vibration-free location in the
boat. WARNING! Do not put flammable
items, or loose heavy or metal objects in
the same compartment as the battery.
Fire, explosion or sparks could result.
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Multiple batteries

To connect multiple batteries, such as for
multiple engine configurations or for an ac-
cessory battery, consult your Yamaha dealer
about battery selection and correct wiring.
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Without a rectifier or Rectifier
Regulator
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NOTICE
A battery cannot be connected to models
that do not have a rectifier or Rectifier
Regulator.
If you wish to use a battery with the models
without a rectifier or Rectifier Regulator, in-
stall an optional Rectifier Regulator.
Using a maintenance-free battery with the
above models can shorten the life of the bat-
tery significantly.
Install an optional Rectifier Regulator or use
accessories rated to withstand 18 volts or
higher with the above models. Consult your
Yamaha dealer for details on installing an
optional Rectifier Regulator.
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Propeller selection

Next to selecting an outboard motor, select-
ing the right propeller is one of the most im-