Yamaha VIRAGO XV250P, Owner'S Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Battery
A poorly maintained battery will cor-
rode and discharge quickly. The elec-
trolyte level, battery lead connections
and breather hose routing should be
checked before each ride and at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart.
To check the electrolyte level
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
surface and hold it in an upright
position.
NOTE:
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Make sure that the motorcycle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking the
electrolyte level.
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2. Check the electrolyte level in the
battery.
NOTE:
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The electrolyte should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
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3. If the electrolyte is at or below the
minimum level mark, add distilled
water to raise it to the maximum
level mark.
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WARNING
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●
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
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.
●
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.
● Take care not to spill electrolyte
on the drive chain, as this may
weaken it, shorten chain life and
possibly result in an accident.
●
KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
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1. Battery
2. Battery breather hose
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