Yamaha RX10K, Owner'S Manual

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6. Battery
Remove the battery from the snowmobile.
Store it in a cool, dry place that is above 0
°C (32 °F), but less than 30 °C (90 °F).
Check the condition of the battery once a
month, and charge it as necessary.
WARNING
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● Never smoke around the battery
while it is being charged. Sparks
may ignite the hydrogen gas created
by the battery.
● Never connect the battery to or dis-
connect it from the snowmobile
while it is being charged. Sparks
may ignite the hydrogen gas created
by the battery.
●
Make sure that the battery terminals
are tight.
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CAUTION:
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● Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery can
cause permanent battery damage.
● To charge a sealed-type (MF) battery,
a special (constant-voltage) battery
charger is required. Using a conven-
tional battery charger will damage
the battery. If you do not have
access to a sealed-type (MF) battery
charger, have a Yamaha dealer
charge your battery.
●
Do not charge the battery quickly.
Charge the battery for 10 hours at
1.8 amperes (RX10R/RX10RS/
RXW10/RXW10S) or 1.2 amperes
(RX10/RX10M/RX10MS).
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7. Drive track
Loosen the drive track and block up the
chassis so that the track is suspended
above the ground.
8. V-belt
Remove the V-belt and store separately.
9. Storage
Store the snowmobile in a dry, well-venti-
lated place out of direct sunlight. Put a fab-
ric cover over the snowmobile, preferably
one that is designed for it. Do not use a
plastic or vinyl cover—condensation could
be trapped underneath which could
increase the chances of rusting.
Returning to service after storage
When returning your snowmobile to ser-
vice, install the V-belt and battery and
adjust the drive track.
Remove the spark plugs and clean or
replace them if necessary. Perform all
other pre-operation and seasonal mainte-
nance checks listed in the periodic mainte-
nance chart.
NOTE:
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Before installing the battery, have a
Yamaha dealer inspect and fully charge it.
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For peak performance, it is recommended
that you have your snowmobile checked
and tuned by a Yamaha dealer. The dealer
has the experience and training to help you
get the maximum performance and use of
your Yamaha snowmobile.
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