Yamaha YFM700RA Owner's Manual page 131

Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep
sparks, flame, cigarettes or other sources of ig-
nition away. Ventilate when charging or using
in an enclosed space.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
To remove the battery
1. Remove the seat. (See page 4-13.)
2. Remove the battery holding plate (together
with the battery cover) by removing the quick
fastener screws and the bolts.
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1. Bolt
2. Battery holding plate
3. Battery cover
4. Quick fastener screw
3. Disconnect the negative battery lead first,
then the positive battery lead by removing
their bolt. NOTICE: When removing the bat-
tery, the main switch must be off, and the
negative lead must be disconnected be-
fore the positive lead.
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1. Negative battery lead (black)
2. Positive battery lead (red)
4. Pull the battery out of its compartment.
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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 ATV is equipped with optional electri-
cal accessories.
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