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1. Battery
Battery
This motorcycle is equipped with a
sealed-type (MF) battery, which does
not require any maintenance. There is
no need to check the electrolyte or to
add distilled water.
CAUTION:
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Never attempt to remove the battery
cell seals, as this would permanent-
ly damage the battery.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
WARNING
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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.
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• 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
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medical attention.
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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.
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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 quickly
if the motorcycle is equipped with op-
tional electrical accessories.
To store the battery
1. If the motorcycle will not be used
2. If the battery will be stored for
3. Fully charge the battery before in-
4. After installation, make sure that
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for more than one month, remove
the battery, fully charge it, and
then place it in a cool, dry place.
more than two months, check it at
least once a month and fully
charge it if necessary.
stallation.
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.
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