Engine Oil; Throttle Lever; Recoil Starter - Yamaha VK540EK Owner's Manual

CAUTION :
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G
Oxygenated fuels (gasohol) containing a maxi-
mum 5% of ethanol can be used, although richer
jetting may be required to prevent engine dam-
age. Consult a Yamaha dealer. Gasohol contain-
ing methanol is not recommended.
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Make sure that snow or ice do not enter the fuel
tank when refueling.
G Do not use alcohol deicers or water absorbing
additives with oxygenated fuel.
G The fuel tank should be filled with straight gaso-
line as specified.
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ESU00842

Engine oil

Make sure that there is sufficient oil in the oil tank.
1 Lower level
2 Upper level
Oil tank capacity:
2.5 L (2.2 Imp qt, 2.6 US qt)
Recommended oil:
YAMALUBE 2-cycle oil
ESU00870

Throttle lever

Check the throttle lever operation before starting the
engine.
The throttle lever must open smoothly and spring back to
its home position when released.
ESU00880

Recoil starter

Check the recoil starter for proper operation and the
recoil starter rope for damage.
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