Operation And Important Riding Points; Starting A Cold Engine - Yamaha DT501988 Owner's Manual

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OPERATION AND
IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS
&WARNING:
Before riding this motorcycle, become
thoroughly familiar with all operating
controls and their function. Consult a
Yamaha dealer regarding any control
or function that you do not thoroughly
understand.
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&WARNING:
1. Never start your engine or let it run
for any length of time in a closed
area. The exhaust fumes are poi-
sonous and can cause loss of con-
sciousness and death within a short
time. Always operate your motor-
cycle in an area with adequate
ventilation.
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2. Before starting out, always be sure
the sidestand is up. Failure to re-
tract the sidestand completely can
result in- a serious accident when
you try to turn a corner.
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Starting a cold engine
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NOTE: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
This motorcycle is equipped with an ignition
circuit cut-off switch.
1. The engine can be started only under the
following conditions:
a. The transmission is in neutral.
b. The sidestand is up,/the transmission is
in gear, and the cluti::h is disengaged.
2. The motorcycle must not be ridden when
the sidestand is down.