Battery - Yamaha Zuma YW125A Owner's Manual

Battery

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1. Battery
This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to
be checked and, if necessary, tight-
ened.
NOTICE
Never attempt to remove the bat-
tery cell seals, as this would per-
manently damage the battery.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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WARNING
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Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains
sulfuric acid, which causes se-
vere burns. Avoid any contact
with skin, eyes or clothing and
always shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
• EXTERNAL: Flush with plen-
ty of water.
• INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.
• EYES: Flush with water for
15 minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
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Batteries produce explosive
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hydrogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, fl ames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide suffi cient ventilation when
c h a r g i n g i t i n a n e n c l o s e d
space.
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KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
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IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
The battery is located under panel A.
Remove the panel to access the bat-
tery. (See page 6-9.)
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
To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated
Lead Acid) battery, a special (con-
stant-voltage) battery charger is
required. Using a conventional bat-
tery charger will damage the bat-
tery. If you do not have access to a
constant-voltage battery charger,
have a Yamaha dealer charge your
battery.
To store the battery
1. If the vehicle will not be used for
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