Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Owner's Manual page 99

the battery lead connections need to
be checked and, if necessary, tight-
ened.
WARNING
 Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
• EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.
• INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.
• EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
 Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment
 KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
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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 quick-
ly if the vehicle is equipped with op-
tional 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 to turn the main
2. If the battery will be stored for
3. Fully charge the battery before
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4. After installation, make sure that
NOTICE
Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery can
cause permanent battery damage.
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switch off, then disconnect the
negative lead before discon-
necting the positive lead.
more than two months, check it at
least once a month and fully char-
ge it if necessary.
installation. NOTICE: When in-
stalling the battery, be sure to
turn the main switch off, then
connect the positive lead before
connecting the negative lead.
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the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.
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