2012 YAMAHA YFM250R key

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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
EBU17342FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS IN-
JURY OR DEATH.
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
* Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential per-
sonal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this sym-
bol to avoid possible injury or death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid
damage to the vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
WARNING
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
EBU17760Main switch The positions of the main switch are as follows:
ON
All electrical systems are supplied with power. The
headlights and taillight come on when the light
switch is on, and the engine can be started. The
key cannot be removed.
OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
1. Main switch
OFF ON
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OPERATION
EBU19901Read the Owner’s Manual carefully before riding
the ATV. If there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWB00631Read the Owner ’s Manual carefully to become
familiar with all controls in order to help pre-
vent any loss of control, which could cause an
accident or injury.EBU20184Starting a cold engine NOTICEECB00150See the “Engine break-in ” section on page 6-4
prior to operating the engine for the first time.1. Set the parking brake.
2. Turn the fuel cock to “ON ”.
3. Turn the key to “ON ” and the engine stop
switch to “”. 4. Shift the transmission into neutral. The neutral
indicator light should come on. If the indicator
light does not come on, have a Yamaha deal-
er check the electrical circuit.
TIPThis model is equipped with an ignition circuit cut-
off system. The engine can be started under the
following conditions.
The transmission is in neutral.
The clutch is disengaged with the transmission
in gear. However, it is recommended to shift into
neutral before starting the engine.5. Use the starter (choke) in reference to the fig-ure:
Position (1):
Cold engine start with ambient temperature
below 5 ° C (40 °F).
Position (2):
Cold engine start with ambient temperature
between 0 °C (30 ° F) and 30 ° C (90 °F).
Position (3):
Cold engine start with ambient temperature
above 25 ° C (80 °F).
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3. Install the battery holding plate by installing
the bolts, and then hook the band to secure
the owner ’s tool kit.
4. Install the seat. (See page 4-11.)
EBUM0183Replacing the fuse The fuse holder is located beside the battery and
can be accessed as follows: 1. Remove the seat. (See page 4-11.)
2. Unhook the band securing the owner ’s tool kit,
and then remove the battery holding plate by
removing the bolts.
If the fuse is blown, replace it as follows.1. Turn the key to “ OFF” and turn off all electrical
circuits.
NOTICEECB00640To prevent accidental short-circuiting, turn off
the main switch when checking or replacing a
fuse.2. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a new fuse of the specified amperage.
WARNING! Always use a fuse of the spec- ified rating, and never use a substitute ob-
1. Battery holding plate
2. Bolt
2
1
1. Fuse
2. Spare fuse
1
2
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improper fuse or a substitute object can
cause damage to the electrical system,
which could lead to a fire.
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3. Turn the key to “
ON” 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.
5. Install the battery holding plate by installing the bolts, and then hook the band to secure
the owner ’s tool kit.
6. Install the seat.EBU25443Replacing a headlight bulb If a headlight bulb burns out, replace it as follows. 1. Remove the headlight unit by removing the bolt. 2. Disconnect the headlight coupler.
3. Remove the headlight bulb holder cover.
Specified fuse:
Fuse:15.0 A
1. Headlight unit
2. Bolt
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