Yamaha yamaha Motorcycle User Manual


 
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Battery maintenance
1. When the machine is not used for a
month or longer, remove the battery and
store it in a cool, dark place. Completely
recharge the battery before reinstallation.
CAUTION:
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A special battery charger (constant volt-
age/ampere or constant voltage) is re-
quired for recharging a sealed-type
battery. Using a conventional battery
charger may shorten the battery life.
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2. Always make sure the connections are
correct when putting the battery back in
the machine.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Avoid contact with skin, eyes or cloth-
ing. Always shield eyes when working
near batteries. Keep out of reach of chil-
dren.
Antidote:
EXTERNAL: Flush with water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quantities of wa-
ter or milk. Follow with milk of magne-
sia, beaten egg or vegetable oil. Get
prompt medical attention.
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes
and get prompt medical attention. Keep
batteries away from sparks, flames, cig-
arettes or other sources of ignition. Ven-
tilate when charging or using in a closed
space.
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