2001 YAMAHA YFM400F warning

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Parking on a slope
WARNING
Avoid parking on hills or other inclines. Park-
ing on a hill or other incline could cause the
ATV to roll out of control, increasing the
chance of an accident. If you must park on an
incline, place the machine transversely across
the incline, apply the parking brake, and block
the front and rear wheels with rocks or other
objects. Do not park the ATV at all on hills that
are so steep you could not walk up them easi-ly.
1. Bring the machine to a stop by applying
the brakes.
2. Stop the engine.
3. With the rear brake applied, shift the drive
select lever to the park position.

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Ride more slowly than you would without a
load. The more weight you carry, the slower
you should go. Although conditions vary, it
is good practice not to exceed low range
whenever you are carrying heavier loads or
when towing a trailer.
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Allow more braking distance. A heavier ve-
hicle takes longer to stop.
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Avoid making sharp turns unless at very
slow speeds.
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Avoid hills and rough terrain. Choose ter-
rain carefully. Added weight affects the sta-
bility and handling of the ATV.WARNING
Never exceed the stated load capacity for this
ATV. Overloading this ATV or carrying or tow-
ing cargo improperly could cause changes in
vehicle handling which could lead to an acci-
dent. Cargo should be properly distributed
and securely attached. Reduce speed when
carrying cargo or pulling a trailer. Allow great-er distance for braking.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ATV
This ATV is for recreation and utility use. This
section, Riding your ATV, provides general
ATV riding instructions for recreational riding.
The skills and techniques described in this sec-
tion, however, are appropriate for all types of
riding. Riding your ATV requires special skills
acquired through practice over a period of
time. Take the time to learn the basic tech-
niques well before attempting more difficult
maneuvers.
Riding your new ATV can be a very enjoyable
activity, providing you with hours of pleasure.
But it is essential to familiarize yourself with
the operation of the ATV to achieve the skill
necessary to enjoy riding safely. Before you
begin to ride be sure you have read this Own-
er’s Manual completely and understand the
operation of the controls. Pay particular atten-
tion to the safety information on pages 2-1 ~
2-17. Please also read all caution and warning
labels on your ATV.

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RIDE WITH CARE AND GOOD JUDGEMENT
Get training if you are inexperienced.
Beginners should get training from a certified
instructor.
Become familiar with this ATV at slow speeds
first, even if you are an experienced operator.
Do not attempt to operate at maximum perfor-
mance until you are totally familiar with the
machine’s handling and performance charac-
teristics.
WARNING

Never operate this ATV without proper in-
struction. Beginning and inexperienced opera-
tors should regularly practice the skills and the
operating techniques described in this Own-
er’s Manual. The risk of an accident is greatly
increased if the operator does not know how
to operate the ATV properly in different situa-
tions and on different types of terrain.

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Riding your machine requires skills acquired
through practice over a period of time.
Take the time to learn the basic techniques
well before attempting more difficult maneu-
vers.
Not recommended for children under 16 years
of age.
WARNING

A child under 16 should never operate an ATV
with engine size greater than 90cc. Use by
children of ATVs that are not recommended
for their age can lead to severe injury or death
of the child.

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This machine is designed to carry operator
and cargo only - passengers prohibited.
WARNING

Never carry a passenger. The long seat is to al-
low the operator to shift position as needed
during operation. It is not for carrying passen-
gers. Carrying a passenger on this ATV greatly
reduces your ability to balance and control
this ATV. It could cause an accident, resulting
in harm to you and/or your passenger.

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1. Protective clothing 2. Goggles
3. Gloves 4. Boots
5. Helmet
1. Vêtement de protection 2. Lunettes
3. Gants 4. Bottes
5. Casque
1. Vestimenta adecuada 2. Gafas
3. Guantes 4. Botas
5. Homologado
Apparel
Always wear an approved helmet that fits
properly.
You should also wear:
eye protection
(goggles or face shield)
gloves
boots
long-sleeved shirt or jacket
long pants
WARNING

Never operate this ATV without wearing an
approved motorcycle helmet, eye protection
and protective clothing. Operating without an
approved motorcycle helmet increases your
chances of a severe head injury or death in the
event of an accident. Operating without eye
protection can result in an accident and in-
creases your chances of a severe injury in the
event of an accident. Operating without pro-
tective clothing increases your chances of se-
vere injury in the event of an accident.

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Do not operate after consuming alcohol or
drugs.
Operator’s performance capability is reduced
by the influence of alcohol or drugs.
WARNING

Never consume alcohol or drugs before or
while driving this ATV.
Pre-operation checks
Always perform the pre-operation checks list-
ed on page 5-1 before riding for safety and
proper care of the machine.
WARNING

Always inspect your ATV each time you use it
to make sure the ATV is in safe operating con-
dition. Always follow the inspection and main-
tenance procedures and schedules described
in the Owner’s Manual. Failure to inspect the
ATV before operating or failure to properly
maintain the ATV increases the possibility of
an accident or equipment damage.