Checking The Wheel Bearings; Battery - Yamaha XMAX 250 YP250R Owner's Manual

play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the stee-
ring.

Checking the wheel bearings

The front and rear wheel bearings
must be checked at the intervals spe-
cified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart. If there is play in the
wheel hub or if the wheel does not
turn smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the wheel bearings.

Battery

The battery is located behind panel A.
(See page 6-5.)
This model is equipped with a sealed-
type (MF) battery, which does not
require any maintenance. There is no
need to check the electrolyte or to
add distilled water.
CAUTION
Never attempt to remove the bat-
tery cell seals, as this would per-
manently damage the battery.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
s WARNING
s
Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains
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sulfuric acid, which causes
severe burns. Avoid any con-
tact with skin, eyes or clothing
and always shield your eyes
when working near batteries.
In case of contact, administer
the following FIRST AID.
• EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.
• INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
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tities of water or milk and
immediately call a physician.
• EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
Batteries produce
hydrogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and provi-
de sufficient ventilation when
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charging it in an enclosed space.
KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTE-
RIES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
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Have a Yamaha dealer charge the
battery as soon as possible if it seems
to have discharged. Keep in mind that
the battery tends to discharge more
quickly if the vehicle is equipped with
optional electrical accessories.
To store the battery
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1. Battery
explosive
1. If the vehicle will not be used for
2. If the battery will be stored for
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more than one month, remove
the battery, fully charge it, and
then place it in a cool, dry place.
more than two months, check it
at least once a month and fully
charge it if necessary.
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