2005 YAMAHA BLASTER 200 fuel

LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS .......................1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION .........................2-1
DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE
IDENTIFICATION.....................................3-1
Identification number records ...............3-3
Key identification number .....................3-5
Vehicle identification number ...............3-7
Model label ...........................................3-9
CONTROL FUNCTIONS..........................4-1
Main switch ...........................................4-1
Indicator lights ......................................4-3
Oil level warning light checking
method ...............................................4-5
Handlebar switches ..............................4-9Throttle lever ......................................4-11
Throttle OverRide System ..................4-13
Speed limiter ......................................4-15
Clutch lever ........................................4-17
Brake lever .........................................4-17
Brake pedal ........................................4-19
Parking brake .....................................4-19
Shift pedal ..........................................4-23
Kick starter .........................................4-23
Fuel tank cap ......................................4-25
Fuel cock ............................................4-25
Starter (choke) ....................................4-27
Seat ....................................................4-29
Front shock absorber adjustment .......4-31
Rear shock absorber adjustment .......4-33
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...................5-1
Front and rear brakes ...........................5-5
Fuel ......................................................5-9
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CONTENTS
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8Always maintain proper tire pressure as
described in this manual.
8Never modify an ATV through improper instal-
lation or use of accessories.
8Never exceed the stated load capacity for an
ATV. Cargo should be properly distributed
and securely attached. Reduce speed and fol-
low instructions in this manual for carrying
cargo or pulling a trailer. Allow greater dis-
tance for braking.
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8Always turn off the engine when refueling.
8Do not refuel immediately after the engine
has been running and is still very hot.
8Do not spill gasoline on the engine or
exhaust pipe/muffler when refueling.
Never refuel while smoking or in the vicini-
ty of sparks, open flames, or other
sources of ignition such as the pilot lights
of water heaters and clothes dryers.
Gasoline can catch fire. You could be
burned.
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8When transporting the machine in another
vehicle, be sure it is kept upright and that
the fuel cock is in the “OFF” position.
Otherwise, fuel may leak out of the carbu-
retor or fuel tank.
8Gasoline is poisonous. If you should swal-
low some gasoline or inhale a lot of gaso-
line vapor, or get some gasoline in your
eyes, see your doctor immediately. If
gasoline spills on your skin, wash with
soap and water. If gasoline spills on your
clothing, change your clothes.
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Always operate your ATV in an area with
adequate ventilation. Never start or run the
engine in a closed area. Exhaust fumes are
poisonous and may cause loss of con-
sciousness and death within a short time.
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DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE
IDENTIFICATION
1. Seat 11. Rear shock absorber
2. Fuel tank cap 12. Tail/brake light
3. Headlight 13. Rear wheel
4. Brake pedal 14. Shift pedal
5. Rear brake light switch 15. Clutch lever
6. Kick starter 16. Parking brake
7. Front shock absorber 17. Main switch
8. Front wheel 18. Brake lever
9. Fuel cock 19. Throttle lever
10. Starter (choke) 20. Handlebar switches
NOTE:
The machine you have purchased may differ
slightly from those shown in the figures of this
manual.
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4-25
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Fuel tank cap
Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it counter-
clockwise.
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Fuel cock
The fuel cock supplies fuel from the fuel tank to
the carburetor.
The fuel cock has three positions.
OFF: With the lever in this position fuel will not
flow. Always turn the lever to this position
when the engine is not running.
ON: With the lever in this position, fuel flows
to the carburetor. Normal riding is done
with the lever in this position.
RES: This indicates reserve. If you run out of
fuel while riding, turn the lever to this
position. THEN FILL THE FUEL TANK
AT THE FIRST OPPORTUNITY. After
refuelling, return the fuel cock lever to the
“ON” position.
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RES
OFF
ON
1. Fuel tank cap1. Bouchon de réservoir de carburant1. Tapón del depósito de combustible
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Starter (choke)
Starting a cold engine requires a richer air-fuel
mixture. A separate starter circuit supplies this
mixture.
Move in direction ato turn on the starter
(choke).
Move in direction bto turn off the starter
(choke).
Refer to “Starting a cold engine” for proper oper-
ation. (See page 6-3–6-7.)
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1. Starter (choke)1. Starter (choke)1. Starter (choke)
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5-1
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Before using this machine, check the following points:
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Brakes9Check operation, free play, fluid level and fluid leakage. 5-5–5-7
9Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary. 8-55–8-63
Clutch9Check operation, condition and lever free play. 8-71
Parking brake9Check operation, condition and cable free play. 8-65–8-67
Fuel 9Check fuel level.
9Fill with fuel if necessary.5-9–5-11
Transmission oil9Check oil level.
9Fill with oil if necessary.5-15, 8-17–8-23
2-cycle engine oil9Check oil level.
9Fill with oil if necessary.5-13
Drive chain9Check chain slack and condition.
9Adjust if necessary.5-17, 8-73–8-79
Throttle9Check for proper throttle cable operation. 5-17, 8-53
Wheels and tires9Check tire pressure, wear and damage. 5-21–5-27, 8-87
Fittings and fasteners9Check all fittings and fasteners. 5-17
Lights and switches9Check for proper operation. 5-19, 8-89–8-99
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Fuel
Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the
tank.
NOTE:
1. If knocking or pinging occurs, use a different
brand of gasoline or higher octane grade.
2. If unleaded gasoline is not available, then
leaded gasoline can be used.
1. Filler tube 2. Fuel level1. Tube de remplissage 2. Niveau de carburant1. Tubo de llenado 2. Nivel de combustible
Recommended fuel: Regular gasoline
Premium unleaded gasoline with a
research octane number of 95 or higher.
Fuel tank capacity:
Total: 9 L
Reserve: 2 L
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