Yamaha SEASCOOTER 275L User Manual page 9

Battery Use
CAUTION
• The battery supplied with your SEASCOOTER
releases a potentially explosive gas during charging.
Charging should only take place in a well ventilated
area, away from children and open flames or other
ignition sources (cigarettes, sparks).
• Charge the battery as soon as possible after use within
24 hours.
• Always charge the battery to the fullest before using
the SEASCOOTER .
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• Always switch off Main power to the charger before
connecting or disconnecting the battery pod from the
charger.
• After charging is complete the battery will continue to
emit gas. Wait at least 30 minutes after charging before
removing the battery from the charger or placing the
battery into the battery housing. Failure to do so could
result in an explosion.
• Remove battery from charger once fully charged.
• Never charge the battery in sealed container.
• Never charge the battery near water.
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• Never short circuit the battery or battery connectors.
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• Always ensure the charger is dry before use.
• The charger gets quite warm in use - this is normal.
• If in doubt of the state of the battery, recharge it until the
indicator on the battery charger indicates a full charge.
• If the battery is not to be used for an extended period,
store it in a well ventilated area away from children,
heat, and ignition sources. Recharge it every three
months to maintain charge and avoid excess
off-gassing. DO NOT store the battery inside the
SEASCOOTER
• If the battery appears damaged or will not fully charge,
the battery must be replaced. If battery life is noticeably
reduced, the battery should be replaced.
• The battery supplied with your SEASCOOTER™
should last about 200 cycles or two years before it
should be replaced. Please contact your local customer
service center/distributors. Using a battery in excess of
these recommendations can result in excessive
off-gassing of explosive gases.
Battery Use
CAUTION
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