Battery - Yamaha XV250M1 2020 Owner's Manual

Battery

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1. Negative battery lead (black)
2. Battery
3. Positive battery lead (red)
The battery is located under the rider
seat. (See page 4-8.)
A poorly maintained battery will cor-
rode and discharge quickly. The elec-
trolyte level, battery lead connections
and breather hose routing should be
checked before each ride and at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
WARNING
 Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
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skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
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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-
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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.
 Take care not to spill electrolyte
on the drive chain, as this may
weaken it, shorten chain life and
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possibly result in an accident.
 KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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To check the electrolyte level
1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa-
ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
TIP
Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking the
electrolyte level.
2. Check the electrolyte level in the
battery.
TIP
The electrolyte should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
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