2005 YAMAHA RHINO 660 Owners Manual

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EVU00060
1-LOCATION OF THE WARNING
AND SPECIFICATION LABELSRead and understand all of the labels on your ve-
hicle. They contain important information for safe
and proper operation of your vehicle.
Never remove any labels from your vehicle. If a la-
bel becomes difficult to read or comes off, a re-
placement label is available from your Yamaha
dealer.
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FVU00060
EMPLACEMENT DES
ÉTIQUETTES
D’AVERTISSEMENT ET DE
CARACTÉRISTIQUES
Lire attentivement et comprendre toutes les étiquettes ap-
posées sur le véhicule. Elles contiennent des informa-
tions importantes pour la sécurité et le bon fonctionne-
ment du véhicule.
Ne jamais décoller les étiquettes apposée sur le véhicule.
Si une étiquette devient difficile à lire ou se décolle,
s'adresser à un concessionnaire Yamaha qui en fournira
une autre.
SVU00060
UBICACIÓN DE LOS RÓTULOS
DE ADVERTENCIA Y DE
ESPECIFICACIONESLea y entienda todos los rótulos del vehículo. Contie-
nen información importante para la utilización segura
y correcta del mismo.
No retire nunca ningún rótulo del vehículo. Si un ró-
tulo se deteriora y resulta difícil de leer o se despren-
de, puede obtener uno de repuesto en su concesio-
nario Yamaha.
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YAMAHA 5UG-K8483-00
WARNING
The enclosure cannot protect occupants
in all foreseeable accidents, including
rollover.
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YAMAHA 5UG-F1696-01
WARNING
IMPROPER TIRE PRESSURE OR OVERLOADING CAN CAUSE
LOSS OF CONTROL.LOSS OF CONTROL CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY OR
DEATH.OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE: Set with tires cold.RECOMMENDED: FRONT: 70kPa, {.70kgf/cm}, 10psi
REAR: 98kPa, {.98kgf/cm}, 14psi
MINIMUM: FRONT: 63kPa, {.63kgf/cm}, 9psi
REAR: 91kPa, {.91kgf/cm}, 13psiNever set tire pressure below minimum. Tire may dislodge from rim.Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 907 kg (2000lb) maximum including weight of operator, passenger, accessories, cargo, and (if applicable) trailer tongue weight.
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WARNING
YAMAHA 5UG-K7764-00
Keep hands, body, other
persons away when closing bed.
Do not operate the vehicle
with bed up.
4YAMAHA 5UG-F4897-00
WARNING
Severe INJURY or DEATH can result
if you ignore the following:
Maximum Load in Cargo Bed:181kg. (400lb). Never carry passengers in cargo bed. Cargo can affect handling and stability.
Read Owner’s Manual before loading or
towing.
When loading with cargo or towing a
trailer: Reduce speed and allow more
room to stop. Avoid hills and rough
terrain.
Be sure cargo is secured - a loose load
could change handling unexpectedly.
Keep weight in the cargo bed centered,
and as low and far forward as possible.
Top-heavy loads increase the risk of
overturn.
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YAMAHA 5UG-F151K-02Improperly loading a trailer
and failure to use extra care
when pulling trailer can cause
an accident or injury. Never
load more than 50kg (110 lbs)
tongue weight on the towing
bracket. Do not tow more than
550kg (1212 lbs) rolling weight
(trailer plus cargo). Operate
in low-range gears only, allow
for increased braking distance,
and use extreme caution when
operating on inclines. Read
carefully the loading information
and trailer hitch sections in the
owner’s manual.
WARNING
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YAMAHA 5UG-F151J-00
MAX 7.3 INCH
(185MM)
5UG-F1558-00
Turning the off road vehicle in 4WD-LOCK
(“DIFF.LOCK”) takes more effort.
Operate at a slow speed and allow
extra time and distance for maneuvers
to avoid loss of control.
WARNING
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ALWAYS USE AN
APPROVED HELMET
AND PROTECTIVE GEAR
NEVER USE ON PUBLIC
ROADS OR PAVEMENT
NEVER USE WITH
DRUGS OR ALCOHOL
WARNING
This off-highway utility vehicle will handle andmaneuver differently from an ordinary passenger caror other vehicle. Vehicle capacity: 1 operator and 1 passenger. Passenger must be able to reach and hold the handgrip inside enclosure. This vehicle is recommended only for operators 16 and older with a valid motor vehicle license. Adults must supervise use by minors. Check state laws for minimum age requirements. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 2000 lb (907 kg) maximum including operator, passenger, accessories, cargo and trailer tongue weight. Passenger and cargo can affect vehicle handling.
ALWAYS wear a seat belt when riding in the vehicle. keep your hands and feet inside the vehicle at all times-watch for branches, brush, or other hazards that could enter the vehicle. drive straight up and down inclines-driving across the side of an incline increase the risk of overturn.NEVER operate through water deeper than 13” (33cm) or fast flowing water-if you must cross shallow, slow moving water, choose your path carefully to avoid sharp drop-offs, large rocks, or slippery surfaces that could cause the vehicle to overturn.
make sharp, high-speed turns-the vehicle could roll over or go out of control.
Improper use can result in Severe INJURY or DEATH.
LOCATE AND READ THE OWNER’S MANUAL. FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS.
YAMAHA5UG-F1568-01
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SAFETY INFORMATION
EVU01260
This off-highway utility vehicle handles differently
from other vehicles including cars and ATVs.
SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH can result if you do
not follow these instructions:

Read this manual and all labels carefully and
follow the operating procedures described.


This vehicle is designed to carry the driver and
one passenger. Never carry passengers in the
cargo bed.


Always be sure the driver and passenger are
wearing seat belts.


Never give a ride to a passenger who is too
small to reach and hold the handgrip on the en-
closure.


Always avoid operating the vehicle on any
paved surfaces, including sidewalks, drive-
ways, parking lots, and streets.


Never operate this vehicle on any paved street,
paved road, or motorway.
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