Yamaha KODIAK YFM70KDXM Owner's Manual page 148

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NOTICE
Never attempt to open the battery or remove
the battery cell seals, as this would permanent-
ly damage the battery.
To charge the battery
 Confirm the recommended charging rate as
specified on the battery itself.
 Select a suitable charger and follow the manu-
facturer's instructions.
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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 dam-
age the battery.
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To store the battery
 If the ATV 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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NOTICE
 Always keep the battery charged. Storing the
battery in a discharged state for an extended
period of time will cause permanent battery
damage.
 Do not store the battery in an excessively
cold or warm place [below freezing or above
30 °C (90 °F)].
To install the battery
1. Place the battery in its compartment.
2. Connect the positive battery lead first, then
connect the negative battery lead by installing
their bolt. NOTICE: When installing the bat-
tery, the main switch must be off, and the
positive lead must be connected before
the negative lead.
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