2017 YAMAHA YFZ50 key

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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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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.
EBU18066Handlebar switchesEBU18081Engine stop switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “ ” before starting the engine.
The engine stop switch controls the ignition and
stops the engine when it is running. Use this
switch to stop the engine in an emergency situa-
tion. The engine will not start or run when this
switch is set to “ ”.
ON
OFF
1. Engine stop switch “ / ”
2. Start switch “ ”
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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. EBU36360Starting a cold engineNOTICEECB00151See the “Engine break-in” section on page 6-3
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. 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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EBU36411Replacing the fuseThe fuse holder is located under panel A. (See
page 8-9.)
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.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then install anew 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.
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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.EBU34030Removing a wheel1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Loosen the wheel bolts.
1. Fuse
2. Spare fuse21
Specified fuse:7.5 A
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