Yamaha MIO AL115S Owner's Manual page 65

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Batteries produce explosive
hydrogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.
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KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
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To charge the battery
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.
NOTICE
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To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated
Lead Acid) battery, a special (con-
stant-voltage) battery charger is re-
quired. Using a conventional
battery charger will damage the
battery. If you do not have access
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
to a constant-voltage battery charg-
er, have a Yamaha dealer charge
your battery.
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To store the battery
1. If the vehicle will not be used for
more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place. NO-
TICE: When removing the bat-
tery, be sure the key is turned
to "OFF", then disconnect the
negative lead before discon-
necting the positive lead.
2. If the battery will be stored for
more than two months, check it at
least once a month and fully
charge it if necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before in-
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stallation.
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly
connected to the battery termi-
nals.
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NOTICE
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Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery can
cause permanent battery damage.
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