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EBU17331
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
EBU17343FAILURE 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
NOTICETIP
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EBU17738
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
EBU33850Main switchThe positions of the main switch are as follows:
ON
All electrical systems are supplied with power, and
the engine can be started. The key cannot be re-
moved.
OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
EBU17794Indicator lightsEBU17861Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the transmis-
sion is in the neutral position.EBU17831Reverse indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the transmis-
sion is in the reverse position.
ON
OFF
1. Reverse indicator light “R”
2. Neutral indicator light “N”
1
2
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EBU19882
OPERATION
EBU19902Read 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
EWB00632Read 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. EBU33821Starting a cold engineNOTICEECB00151See the “Engine break-in” section on page 6-4
prior to operating the engine for the first time. 1. Set the parking brake. (The engine can bestarted only when the rear brake lever is ap-
plied.)
2. Turn the fuel cock to “ON”. 3. Turn the key to “ON” and set the engine stop
switch to “ ”.
4. Shift the drive select lever into the neutral po- sition. (The neutral indicator light should
come on.)
5. Use the starter (choke) in reference to the fi- gure:
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. Hook the battery band.
4. Install the seat. (See page 4-12.)
EBU25244Replacing the fuseThe fuse holder is located under the seat. (See
page 4-12.)
If the fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off all electrical circuits.NOTICEECB00641To prevent accidental short-circuiting, turn off
the main switch when checking or replacing a
fuse.
1. Positive battery lead (red)
2. Negative battery lead (black)
2
1
1. Fuse
2. Spare fuse
2 1
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82. 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-
ject in place of the proper fuse. An
improper fuse or a substitute object can
cause damage to the electrical system,
which could lead to a fire.
[EWB02173]
3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on the electricalcircuits to check if the devices operate.
4. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system.EBU34030Removing a wheel1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Loosen the wheel bolts. 3. Elevate the ATV and place a suitable stand
under the frame.
4. Remove the bolts from the wheel.
5. Remove the wheel.
EBU34041Installing a wheel1. Install the wheel and the bolts.TIPWhen installing the wheel, make sure its arrow
mark points toward the rotating direction of
the wheel.
Specified fuse: 7.5 A
1. Wheel bolt
1
1
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