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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
EAU15943
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
EAU15951
Read the Owner’s Manual carefully
to become familiar with all controls.
If there is a control or function you
do not understand, ask your Yamaha
dealer.
EWA10271
WARNING
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of
control, which could cause an ac-
cident or injury.
EAU45310
TIPThis model is equipped with a lean
angle sensor to stop the engine in
case of a turnover. To start the en-
gine after a turnover, be sure to turn
the main switch to “OFF” and then to
“ON”. Failing to do so will prevent the
engine from starting even though the
engine will crank when pushing the
start switch.
EAUT3680
Starting the engine
ECA10250
NOTICESee page 5-3 for engine break-in
instructions prior to operating the
vehicle for the rst time.
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
The engine trouble warning light
and coolant temperature warning
light should come on for a few
seconds, then go off.
NOTICE:
If
a warning light does not go off,
have a Yamaha dealer check its
electrical circuit.
[ECAT1170]
2. Close the throttle completely.
3. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch while applying the
front or rear brake.
NOTICE:
For
maximum engine life, never ac-
celerate hard when the engine
is cold!
[ECA11041]
If the engine does not start, re-
lease the start 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 en-
gine more than 10 seconds on
any one attempt.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
NOTICE:
When removing the
battery, be sure the key is
turned to “OFF”, then discon-
nect the negative lead before
disconnecting the positive
lead.
[ECA16302]
2. If the battery will be stored for
more than two months, check it
at least once a month and fully
charge it if necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before
installing it.
NOTICE:
When in-
stalling the battery, be sure the
key is turned to “OFF”, then
connect the positive lead be-
fore connecting the negative
lead.
[ECA16840]
4. After installing the battery, make
sure that the battery leads are
properly connected to the battery
terminals.
5. Turn the key from “ON” to “OFF”
three times in three-second in-
tervals to initialize the idle speed
control system.
manently damage the battery.
The battery is located behind panel A.
Remove the panel to access the bat-
tery. (See page 6-7.)
To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the
battery as soon as possible if it seems
to have discharged. Keep in mind that
the battery tends to discharge more
quickly if the vehicle is equipped with
optional electrical accessories.
ECA16521
NOTICETo charge a VRLA (Valve Regu-
lated Lead Acid) battery, a special
(constant-voltage) battery charger
is required. Using a conventional
battery charger will damage the
battery.
To store the battery
1. If the vehicle will not be used for
more than one month, remove
the battery, fully charge it, and
then place it in a cool, dry place.
always shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
• EXTERNAL: Flush with plen-
ty of water.
• INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.
• EYES: Flush with water for
15 minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
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Batteries produce explosive
hydrogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, ames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide suf cient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.
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KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
ECA10620
NOTICENever attempt to remove the bat-
tery cell seals, as this would per-
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1. Spare fuse2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specifi ed
amperage. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a higher amper-
age rating than recommended
to avoid causing extensive
damage to the electrical sys-
tem and possibly a re.
[EWA15131] EAUT3750
Replacing the fuses
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1. Fuse boxThe fuse box is located beside the
battery compartment behind panel A.
(See page 6-7.)
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off
the electrical circuit in question.
ECA16530
NOTICEAlways keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery can
cause permanent battery damage.
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