Yamaha RAPTOR YFM80RT, Owner'S Manual

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Pre-operation checks
Always perform the pre-operation checks listed
on page 5-1 before riding for safety and proper
care of the ATV.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Failure to inspect the ATV before operat-
ing.
Failure to properly maintain the ATV.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Increases the possibility of an accident or
equipment damage.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Always inspect your ATV each time you
use it to make sure the ATV is in safe
operating condition. Always follow the
inspection and maintenance procedures
and schedules described in the Owner’s
Manual.
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WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Operating this ATV with improper tires, or
with improper or uneven tire pressure.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Use of improper tires on this ATV, or oper-
ation of this ATV with improper or uneven
tire pressure, may cause loss of control,
increasing your risk of an accident.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Always use the size and type tires speci-
fied in the Owner’s Manual for this vehicle
on pages 5-7–5-8.
Always maintain proper tire pressure as
described in the Owner’s Manual on page
5-8.
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WARNING
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