Yamaha XP500A Owner's Manual page 75

medical attention.
G
Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.
G
KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
To access the battery
1. Remove panel B. (See page 7-7.)
2. Remove the rubber cover shown
by removing the quick fasteners.
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1. Quick fastener
2. Rubber cover
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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1. Battery
2. Positive battery lead (red)
3. Negative battery lead (black)
To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
have discharged. Keep in mind that the
battery tends to discharge more quickly
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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.
To store the battery
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3
NOTICE
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Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery can
cause permanent battery damage.
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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.
NOTICE: When removing the
battery, be sure the key is
turned to "OFF", then discon-
nect the negative lead before
disconnecting the
lead.
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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-
stallation.
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.
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3
positive
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