Control Functions; Main Switch; Indicator Lights And Warning Lights; Engine Stop Switch - Yamaha WR450FB 2012 Owner's Service Manual

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CONTROL FUNCTIONS

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MAIN SWITCH

The main switch controls the ignition and light-
ing systems. The various main switch positions
are described below.
ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with power;
the meter lighting, taillight and auxiliary light
come on, and the engine can be started.
TIP
The headlight comes on automatically when
the engine is started and stays on until the main
switch is pushed to "OFF", even if the engine
stalls.
OFF
All electrical systems are off.
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WARNING
Never push the main switch to "OFF" while
the vehicle is moving, otherwise the electri-
cal systems will be switched off, which may
result in loss of control or an accident.
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NOTICE
Make sure that the main switch is in "OFF"
with the engine turned off, otherwise the
battery may discharge to the point that the
starter motor will not operate properly.
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INDICATOR LIGHTS AND WARNING
LIGHTS
CONTROL FUNCTIONS
1 2
1. Engine trouble warning light " "
2. Fuel level warning light " "
Fuel level warning light " "
This warning light comes on when the fuel level
drops below approximately 3.0 L (0.79 US gal,
0.66 Imp.gal). When this occurs, refuel as soon
as possible.
The electrical circuit of the warning light can be
checked by pushing the main switch to "ON".
The warning light should come on for a few sec-
onds, and then go off.
If the warning light does not come on initially
when the main switch is pushed to "ON", or if
the warning light remains on, have a Yamaha
dealer check the electrical circuit.
Engine trouble warning light " "
This warning light comes on or flashes if a prob-
lem is detected in the electrical circuit monitor-
ing the engine. If this occurs, have a Yamaha
dealer check the vehicle.
The electrical circuit of the warning light can be
checked by pushing the main switch to "ON".
The warning light should come on for a few sec-
onds, and then go off.
If the warning light does not come on initially
when the main switch is pushed to "ON", or if
the warning light remains on, have a Yamaha
dealer check the electrical circuit.
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ENGINE STOP SWITCH

The engine stop switch "1" is located on the left
handlebar. Continue pushing the engine stop
switch till the engine comes to a stop.
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