2013 YAMAHA RHINO 700 ECU

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Prepare your vehicle
Perform the pre-operation checks each time you use the vehicle to make sure it is in safe operat-
ing condition. Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an ac-
cident or equipment damage. See pages 5-1–5-2 for a list of pre-operation checks.
Prepare your load or trailer
Carrying loads, towing a trailer, or pulling objects can affect handling, stability, and cause the risk
of overturns or other accidents. Read Chapter 6 before loading, towing, or pulling objects.
Do not overload the vehicle or trailer. Refer to label in cargo bed for cargo bed load limit. Re- fer to label next to hitch for tongue weight and trailer load limits.
Keep weight in the cargo bed centered side to side, and as low and as far forward as pos-
sible.
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EVU00300Fuel tank cap1. Fuel tank capTo openRemove the fuel tank cap by turning it coun-
terclockwise.
To closeInstall the fuel tank cap by turning it clockwise.Doors
To open a door, pull the latch outward. To
close a door, push or pull the door inward until
it is securely latched. Be sure the door is SE-
CURELY LATCHED AFTER CLOSING IT.
1. Latch
2. Door
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EVU00330Seats
To remove a seat, pull its seat lock lever up-
ward, lift the front of the seat, and then slide
the seat forward and up.1. Driver seat2. Passenger seat
3. Seat lock lever ( × 2)
To install a seat, insert the projections on the
rear of the seat into the seat holders and push
down on the seat at the front. Make sure the
seats are securely latched. WARNING! A
loose seat could cause the operator to
lose control, or cause the operator or pas-
senger to fall.
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Portable fuel containers
If you carry a portable fuel container in the bed
of the Rhino, be sure to secure it with the cap
tightened before driving the vehicle.
Always place a portable fuel container on the
ground before filling it. Before removing the
container cap, touch the container with the
fuel dispenser nozzle. Keep fuel dispenser
nozzle in contact with container inlet when fill-
ing. WARNING! Never refill a fuel container
in the bed of any vehicle. Fire may result
from a build-up of static electricity. The
discharge of this build-up while refueling
can cause a spark and ignite the gasoline.
Recommended fuel:
UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY
For Europe: Regular unleaded gasoline
only with a research octane number of 95
or higher
Fuel tank capacity: 30.0 L (7.93 US gal, 6.60 Imp.gal)
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EVU00430Final gear oil
Make sure the final gear oil is at the specified
level. Add oil as necessary. (See pages 8-15–
8-18 for details.)
If desired, an SAE 80W-90 hypoid gear oil
may be used for all conditions.TIPTIPGL-4 is a quality and additive rating; GL-5 or
GL-6 rated hypoid gear oils may also be used.EVU00440Differential gear oil
Make sure the differential gear oil is at the
specified level. Add oil as necessary. (See
pages 8-18–8-21 for details.)
EVU00450Accelerator pedal
Check to see that the accelerator pedal oper-
ates correctly. It must operate smoothly and
spring back to the idle position fully when re-
leased. Have a Yamaha dealer repair as nec-
essary for proper operation.EVU00460Seat belts
Make sure that the seat belts are not frayed,
torn, stretched, or damaged. The seat belts
must move smoothly when pulled out and re-
tract on its own when released. The seat belts
must also lock up when quickly pulled out.
The latch plate should click securely into the
buckle and release when the release button is
pushed firmly. Wash off any dirt or mud that
could affect operation. Have a Yamaha dealer
repair as necessary for proper operation.
Recommended oil:
SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil
Recommended oil: SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil
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EVU00630Loading
Take extra precautions when driving with a
load or trailer. Follow these instructions and
always use common sense and good judg-
ment when carrying cargo or towing a trailer.
Prepare your load or trailer
WARNING
Improper loading or towing can increase
the risk of loss of control, an overturn, or
other accident:●
Do not exceed the Maximum Loading
Limits for the vehicle (see page 6-10
and vehicle labeling).
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Keep weight in the cargo bed centered
side to side, and as low and as far for-
ward as possible. Top-heavy loads in-
crease the risk of overturn. Be sure
cargo is secured – a loose load could
change handling unexpectedly or
strike occupants.
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Do not exceed the maximum tongue
weight.
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Make sure the load does not interfere
with your control or ability to see
where you are going.
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Tie down cargo in the trailer securely.
Make sure cargo in the trailer cannot
move around. A shifting load can
cause an accident.
Use the hooks equipped on the cargo bed to
tie down loads.
Choose a trailer hitch drawbar designed for
use with a 5 cm (2 in) receiver. (See page
4-36 for more information.)
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Protective structure
The vehicle cage/frame provides a protective
structure that helps limit intrusions by branch-
es or other objects and may reduce your risk
of injury in accidents. The protective structure
will not protect occupants in all rollovers or ac-
cidents.
Body parts outside of vehicle can be struck by
passing objects or crushed during vehicle roll-
over. Do not put your hands or feet outside of
the vehicle for any reason. Do not hold onto
the door, cage/frame or hip restraint. Wear
your seat belt and helmet.
If you think or feel that the vehicle may tip or
roll, do not put your hands or feet outside the
vehicle for any reason. You will not be able to
stop the vehicle from tipping over using your
body. Any part of your body (arms, legs, or
head) outside of the vehicle can be crushed
by the vehicle cage/frame.Seat belts
Seat belts should be worn by both driver and
passenger. Driver must be sure that the pas-
senger is belted before driving.
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Be sure the seat belt is not twisted, is
close-fitting across the hips and chest,
and is latched securely.
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Do not wear the lap belt across the abdo-
men or stomach.
●
Do not put the shoulder belt behind the
back.
Failure to use seat belts properly may lead to
an increased likelihood and severity of injury.
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2. If the latch plate is not positioned in thecorrect location along the seat belt,
squeeze the latch plate ends together
along its long edges in order to more eas-
ily adjust its location up or down along the
length of the belt.
3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make
sure it is secure.
1. Buckle 2. Latch plate
3. Release button4. Put the lap portion of the belt low on your
hips. Pull up on the shoulder part so the
belt is snug across your hips. Be sure the
seat belt is not caught on the hip restraint
or other object.
5. Position the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. The
shoulder belt should fit against your
chest. If it is loose, pull the belt out all the
way and then let it retract.
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