2008 YAMAHA SLIDER 50 key

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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATIONParticularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!
Failure to follow WARNING instructions
could result in severe injury or death to the
scooter operator, a bystander, or a person inspecting or repairing the scooter.
A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to
the scooter.
NOTE :A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
NOTE :•
This manual should be considered a permanent part of this scooter and should remain with it even if the
scooter is subsequently sold.
•
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual
contains the most current product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor
discrepancies between your scooter and this manual. If you have any questions concerning this manual,please consult your Yamaha dealer.

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch/steering lockThe main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and
is used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.
PUSH
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OFF “
”
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
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*The 2-stroke engine oil level warning
light should come on. See page 3-2 for
an explanation of the engine oil level
warning light.
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LOCK“
”
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be
removed.
To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way
to the left.
2. Push the key in from the “
” po-
sition, release it, and then turn it
to “
”.
3. Remove the key.
To unlock the steering
Insert the key and turn it to “
”.
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Never turn the key to “
” or “
”.
while the scooter is moving,
otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident. Make
sure that the scooter is stopped
before turning the key to “
” or
“
”.
NOTE :
Remove the key from the main switch
when the scooter will be leftunattended.
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ON “
”
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power, the taillight and meter lighting
come on, and the engine can be
started. The key cannot be removed.
NOTE :
The headlight comes on as soon as theengine is started.

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Indicator and warning lights
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Turn signal indicator light “
”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left
or right.
1. Fuel level warning light “
”
2. Turn signal indicator light “
”
3. Oil level warning light “
”
4. High beam indicator light “”
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High beam indicator light “
”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
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Oil level warning light “
”
This warning light comes on when the
key is in the “
*
” position or when the
oil level in the 2-stroke engine oil tank
is low during operation. If the warning
light comes on during operation, stop
immediately and fill the oil tank with
Yamalube 2 or equivalent 2-stroke
engine oil of either JASO grade "FC"
or ISO grades "EG-C" or "EG-D". The
warning light should go off after the 2-
stroke engine oil tank has been refilled.
NOTE :
If the warning light does not come on
when the key is in the “
*
” position or
does not go off after the 2-stroke engine
oil tank has been refilled, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-
cuit.
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Do not operate the scooter until you
know that the engine oil level issufficient.
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Fuel level warning light “
”
This warning light comes on and the
last two segments of the fuel meter will
start to flash when the fuel level drops
below approximately 1.4 L . When this
occurs, refuel as soon as possible.

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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ZAUM05231. Speedometer
2. Odometer
3. Fuelmeter
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Do not allow the fuel tank to empty
itself completely.
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The electrical circuit of the warninglight can be checked as follows.
Turn the key to “
”. If the warning light
does not come on, have a Yamaha
dealer check the electrical circuit.
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Speedometer unitThe speedometer unit is equipped with
a speedometer, an odometer and a fuel
meter. The speedometer shows riding
speed. The odometer shows the total
distance traveled. The fuel meter
indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel
tank. (See page 3-2 for an explanation
of the fuel level warning light.)

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. Seat
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1. Kick starter
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KickstarterTo start the engine, push the kickstarter
down lightly with your foot until the
gears engage, and then push it down
smoothly but forcefully.
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SeatTo open the seat
1. Insert the key in the lock, and then
turn it as shown.
2. Fold the seat up.
To close the seat
1. Fold the seat down, and then
push it down to lock it in place.
2. Remove the key.NOTE :
Make sure that the seat is properlysecured before riding.
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ZAUM01491. Luggage hook
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Luggage hook
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Do not exceed the load limit of
3.0 kg for the luggage hook.
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Do not exceed the maximumload of 184 kg for the vehicle.

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer
regarding any control or
function that you do not
thoroughly understand.
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Never start the engine or
operate it in a closed area for
any length of time. Exhaust fu-
mes are poisonous, and
inhaling them can cause loss of
consciousness and death
within a short time. Always
make sure that there is
adequate ventilation.
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For safety, always start the
engine with the centerstanddown.
PUSH
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Starting the engine1. Turn the key to “
*
”, then when
the oil level warning light comes
on, turn it to “
”.
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For maximum engine life, never
accelerate hard when the engine iscold!
2. Turn the starter (choke) on and
completely close the throttle. (See
page 3-7 for starter (choke)
operation.)3. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch or by pushing the
kickstarter lever down, while
applying the front or rear brake.
NOTE :
If the engine fails to start by pushing
the start switch, release the switch, wait
a few seconds, and then try again. Each
starting attempt should be as short as
possible to preserve the battery. Do not
crank the engine more than 5 seconds
on any one attempt. If the engine does
not start with the starter motor, try usingthe kickstarter.
4. After starting the engine, move the
starter (choke) knob/lever back
halfway.
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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ParkingWhen parking, stop the engine, and
then remove the key from the main
switch.
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Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where
pedestrians or children are not
likely to touch them.
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Do not park on a slope or on
soft ground, otherwise thescooter may overturn.
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Never park in an area where there
are fire hazards such as grass orother flammable materials.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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1. Panel A
2. Fuse
3. Battery
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To store the battery
1. If the scooter will not be used for
more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
2. If the battery will be stored for
more than two months, check the
specific gravity of the electrolyte
at least once a month and fully
charge the battery whenever
necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before
installation.
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly
connected to the battery terminals
and that the breather hose is
properly routed, in good condition,
and not obstructed.
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If the breather hose is positioned in
such a way that the frame is exposed
to electrolyte or gas expelled from
the battery, the frame could sufferstructural and external damages.
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Replacing the fuseThe fuse holder is located beside the
battery compartment behind panel A.
If the fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the key to “
” and turn off
all electrical circuits.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage.
Specified fuse:
7 A
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Do not use a fuse of a higher
amperage rating than recommended
to avoid causing extensive damage
to the electrical system and possiblya fire.
3. Turn the key to “
” and turn on
the electrical circuits to check if the
devices operate.
4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.