Battery - Yamaha TDM900 Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Battery

This model is equipped with a
sealed-type (MF) battery, which does
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not require any maintenance. There is
no need to check the electrolyte or to
add distilled water.
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CAUTION:
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Never attempt to remove the battery
cell seals, as this would permanent-
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ly damage the battery.
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WARNING
G Electrolyte is poisonous and
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dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
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skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
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working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
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lowing FIRST AID.
EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
G
of water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
G
tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.
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EYES: Flush with water for 15
G
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
G Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
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away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.
G
KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
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IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
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
if the vehicle is equipped with optional
electrical accessories.
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.
CAUTION:
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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.
G Always keep the
charged. Storing a discharged
battery can cause permanent
battery damage.
G To charge a sealed-type (MF)
battery, a special (constant-volt-
age) battery charger is required.
Using a conventional battery
charger will damage the battery.
If you do not have access to a
sealed-type (MF) battery charg-
er, have a Yamaha dealer
charge your battery.
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battery