Catalytic Converter; Fuel Cock - Yamaha Star XVS11W Owner's Manual

Catalytic converter

This vehicle is equipped with catalytic
converters in the exhaust system.
WARNING
The exhaust system is hot after op-
eration. Make sure that the exhaust
system has cooled down before do-
ing any maintenance work.
CAUTION:
The following precautions must be
observed to prevent a fire hazard or
other damages.
G
Use only unleaded gasoline.
The use of leaded gasoline will
cause unrepairable damage to
the catalytic converter.
G
Never park the vehicle near pos-
sible fire hazards such as grass
or other materials that easily
burn.
G
Do not allow the engine to idle
too long.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Fuel cock

The fuel cock supplies fuel from the
tank to the carburetors while also filter-
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The fuel cock lever positions are ex-
plained as follows and shown in the il-
lustrations.
OFF
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1. Pointed end positioned over "OFF"
With the fuel cock lever in this position,
fuel will not flow. Always turn the fuel
cock lever to this position when the en-
gine is not running.
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1. Pointed end positioned over "ON"
With the fuel cock lever in this position,
fuel flows to the carburetors. Turn the
fuel cock lever to this position when
starting the engine and riding.
RES
1. Pointed end positioned over "RES"
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