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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Battery
Battery
This motorcycle is equipped with a
sealed-type (MF) battery, which does
not require any maintenance. There
is no need to check the electrolyte or
to add distilled water.
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Never attempt to remove the bat-
tery cell seals, as this would per-
manently damage the battery.
8 Batteries produce explosive
hydrogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes,
etc., away from the battery and
provide sufficient ventilation
when charging it in an
enclosed space.
8 KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
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 dis-
charge more quickly if the motorcycle
is equipped with optional electrical
accessories.
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8 Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains
sulfuric acid, which causes
severe burns. Avoid any con-
tact with skin, eyes or clothing
and always shield your eyes
when working near batteries.
In case of contact, administer
the following FIRST AID.
9 EXTERNAL: Flush with
plenty of water.
9 INTERNAL: Drink large
quantities of water or milk
and immediately call a
physician.
9 EYES: Flush with water for
15 minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
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