2003 YAMAHA KODIAK 400 warning

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WARNING
Battery electrolyte is poisonous and danger-
ous, causing severe burns, etc. It contains sul-
furic acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or
clothing.
Antidote:

EXTERNAL: Flush with water.


lNTERNAL: Drink large quantities of water
or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beat-
en egg or vegetable oil. Call a physician
immediately.


EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and
get prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep
sparks, flame, cigarettes or other sources of
ignition away. Ventilate when charging or us-
ing in an enclosed space. Always shield your
eyes when working near batteries.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
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8-115 1. Headlight fuse
2. Ignition fuse
3. Auxiliary DC jack fuse
4. Signaling system fuse
5. Spare fuse (× 2)
1. Fusible de phare
2. Fusible d’allumage
3. Fusible de prise pour accessoires
4. Fusible du système de signalisation
5. Fusible de rechange (× 2)
1. Fusible del faro
2. Fusible del encendido
3. Fusible de la toma de CC auxiliar
4. Fusible del sistema de señalización
5. Fusible de repuesto (× 2)
WARNING
_ Always use a fuse of the specified rating. Nev-
er use any type of material or object in place of
the proper fuse. An improper fuse can cause
damage to the electrical system which could
lead to a fire. _CAUTION:_ To prevent accidental short-circuiting, turn off
the main switch when checking or replacing a
fuse. _
Specified fuses:
Main fuse: 30 A
Headlight fuse: 15 A
Ignition fuse: 10 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 10 A
Signaling system fuse: 10 A
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8-119 1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Ne pas toucher le verre de l’ampoule.
1. No tocar la parte de cristal de la bombilla.
3. Remove the defective bulb by pushing it in
and turning it counterclockwise.
WARNING
_ A headlight bulb is hot when it is on and imme-
diately after it is turned off. Wait for the bulb to
cool before touching or removing it. You can
be burned or a fire could start if the bulb touch-
es something flammable. _4. Insert a new headlight bulb into the bulb hold-
er, push it in, and then turn the bulb clockwise
until it stops.CAUTION:_ Do not touch the glass part of the headlight
bulb to keep it free from oil, otherwise the
transparency of the glass, the luminosity of the
bulb, and the bulb life will be adversely affect-
ed. Thoroughly clean off any dirt and finger-
prints on the headlight bulb using a cloth
moistened with alcohol or thinner. _5. Install the bulb holder by turning it clockwise.
6. Install the bulb holder cover at the rear of the
headlight.
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EBU00413
Troubleshooting
Although Yamaha machines receive a rigid in-
spection before shipment from the factory, trouble
may occur during operation.
Any problem in the fuel, compression, or ignition
systems can cause poor starting and loss of pow-
er. The troubleshooting chart describes a quick,
easy procedure for making checks. If your ma-
chine requires any repair, take it to a Yamaha
dealer.
The skilled technicians at a Yamaha dealership
have the tools, experience, and know-how to prop-
erly service your machine. Use only genuine
Yamaha parts on your machine. Imitation parts
may look like Yamaha parts, but they are often in-
ferior. Consequently, they have a shorter service
life and can lead to expensive repair bills.
WARNING
Do not smoke when checking the fuel system.
Fuel can ignite or explode, causing severe in-
jury or property damage. Make sure there are
no open flames or sparks in the area, including
pilot lights from water heaters or furnaces.
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Engine overheatingNOTE:If it is difficult to get the recommended coolant, tap water can be temporarily used, provided that it is
changed to the recommended coolant as soon as possible.
WARNING
Wait for the engine and radiator to cool before removing the radiator cap. You could be burned by
hot fluid and steam blown out under pressure. Always put a thick rag over the cap when opening.
Allow any remaining pressure to escape before completely removing the cap. Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
coolant reservoir and/or radiator.
Level is OK.Level is low, check the
cooling system for leakage.
No
leakage.Leakage.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect
and repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See NOTE.)
Restart the engine. If the engine overheats again, ask a
Yamaha dealer to inspect and/or repair the cooling system.
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7. Automotive type wax may be applied to all
painted and chrome plated surfaces. Avoid
combination cleaner-waxes. Many contain
abrasives which may mar the paint or protec-
tive finish.
When finished, start the engine and let it idle
for several minutes.
WARNING
Wet brakes may have reduced stopping ability,
increasing the chance of an accident. Test the
brakes after washing. Apply the brakes several
times at slow speeds to let friction dry out the
linings.
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Bulb voltage, wattage
× quantity:
Headlight 12 V, 30/30 W
× 2
Tail/brake light 12 V, 5/21 W
× 1
Meter lighting 14 V, 3 W
× 1
Neutral indicator light 12 V, 1.7 W
× 1
Reverse indicator light 12 V, 1.7 W
× 1
Coolant temperature warning light 12 V, 1.7 W
× 1
Fuse:
Main fuse 30 A
Headlight fuse 15 A
Ignition fuse 10 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse 10 A
Signaling system fuse 10 AModel YFM400A
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