Yamaha VIKING YX70MPJ Owner's Manual page 140

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1. Positive battery lead (red)
2. Battery band
3. Negative battery lead (black)
5. Unhook the battery bands.
8 6. Pull the battery out of its compartment.
To charge the battery
 Remove it from vehicle and confirm the rec-
ommended charging rate as specified on
the battery itself.
 Select a suitable charger and follow the
manufacturer's instructions, or have a
Yamaha dealer charge it for you.
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 Keep in mind that the battery tends to dis-
charge more quickly if the vehicle is
equipped with optional electrical accesso-
ries.
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NOTICE
To charge a VRLA (valve-regulated lead-
acid) battery, a special battery charger is
required. Using a conventional battery
charger will damage the battery.
To store the battery
 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.
 If the battery will be stored for more than
two months, check it at least once a month
and fully charge it if necessary.
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