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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
WARNING
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Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
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burns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
2
ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
3
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
4
G
of water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
G
5
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.
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Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
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sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
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vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.
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KEEP THIS AND ALL BAT-
TERIES OUT OF THE REACH
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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.
NOTICE
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
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
lead.
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NOTICE
Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery can
cause permanent battery damage.
the
positive
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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. NOTICE: When install-
ing the battery, be sure the key
is turned to "OFF", then con-
nect the positive lead before
connecting
the
lead.
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4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.
negative
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