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Checking the wheel bearings
The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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working near batteries. In case
Battery of contact, administer the
fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
• EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.
• INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.
• EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
• Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.
• KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
1.
Battery
The battery is located behind cowling
A. (See page 6-8.)
This model 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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A WARNING
• Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains
sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns.
Avoid any contact with
skin,
eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
have discharged. Keep in mind that the
battery tends to discharge more quickly
if the vehicle is equipped with optional
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