B
WARNING
Batteries produce flammable hydrogen gas which
can explode if exposed to flames or sparks. Keep
flames or sparks away from the battery.
Never
smoke when working near the battery.
B
CAUTION
Exceeding the maximum recharging rate for the
battery can shorten its life.
Never exceed the
maximum recharging rate.
Battery installation
1. Install the battery in the reverse order of removal.
2. Connect the battery terminals securely.
B
WARNING
Do not distort, obstruct or change the itinerary of
the battery ventilating hose. Make sure one end of
the pipe is tightly linked to the battery whereas the
other end is open.
B
CAUTION
Reversing the battery lead wires can damage the
charging system and the battery. Always attach the
red (or red with black tracer) lead to the positive “+”
and the black with white tracer lead to the negative
“-” terminal.
NOTE: Please properly handle waste batteries and
electrolytes to avoid environmental pollution. We suggest
that you not throw them in garbage cans or on the ground,
but send them to a local recycling center.
NOTE: The battery should be regularly inspected. If its
voltage is lower than 12.5V, charging is recommended.
AIR CLEANER
If the air filter has become clogged with dust, intake
resistance will increase with a resultant decrease in power
output and an increase in fuel consumption. If you ride in
dusty, wet or muddy conditions, you will need to check the
filter much more frequently. Use the following procedure
to remove the filter and check it.
B
WARNING
Operating the engine without the air filter in place
can be hazardous. A flame can spit back from the
engine to the air cleaner without the air filter to
stop it. Severe engine damage can also occur if
dirt enters the engine due to running the engine
without the air filter.
Never run the engine without the air filter in place.
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