Yamaha MTN690-U - Page 82

burns. Avoid a
ny contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
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.
l 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.
l KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
To charge the battery
Ha
ve a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
have discharged. Keep in mind that the
ba
ttery tends to discharge more quick-
ly if the vehicle is equipped with option-
al electrical accessories.
ECA16522
NOTICE
To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated
Lead Acid) battery, a special (con-
stant-voltage) battery charger is
requir
ed. Using a conventional bat-
tery charger will damage the bat-
tery.
To store the battery
1
.
If the vehicle will not be used for
more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTICE: When removing the
battery, be sure to turn the main
switch off, then disconnect the
negative lead before discon-
necting the positive lead.[ECA16304]
2. If the battery will be stored for
more than two months, check it at
least once a month and fully
charge it if necessary.
3. Fully charge t
he battery before in-
stallation. NOTICE: When instal-
ling the battery, be sure to turn
the main switch off, then con-
nect the positive lead before
connecting the negative lead.
[ECA16842]
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.
ECA16531
NOTICE
Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery can
cause permanent battery damage.
To remove the battery
A
c
cessing the battery requires removal
of the seat bracket.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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