warning YAMAHA RHINO 700 2013 User Guide

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5B410005Cup holders
Be sure to tightly close the cap of any plastic
bottle before placing it in a cup holder.
Some plastic bottles may not fit into the cup
holders depending on their size and shape.
WARNING
●
Never ride with any open or glass con-
tainers in the cup holders; otherwise,
the contents may spill and the glass
containers may be thrown about and
break, and possibly injure people in
the vehicle during sudden braking or
an accident.
●
Do not place any other items than
sealable plastic containers in the cup
holders; otherwise, they may be
thrown about and possibly injure peo-
ple in the vehicle during sudden brak-
ing or an accident.
1. Storage/cup holder (× 1) 2. Cup holder ( × 2)
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EVU00351Cargo bed
WARNING
Do not exceed the specified maximum
load limits. Heavier cargo could cause
loss of control because of improper
weight balance.1. Cargo bed2. Tailgate
3. Cargo hook ( × 4)For additional loading information, see pages
6-9–6-11. Opening and closing the tailgate
1. Tailgate
2. Latch (× 2)To openUnhook the latches, and then lower the tail-
gate.
To closeLift the tailgate to the original position, and
then hook the latches.
Maximum load limit: 181 kg (400 lb)
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To lowerWith hands and fingers clear of pinch points,
lower the cargo bed slowly to its original posi-
tion and be sure it is locked into place.
WARNING! Keep hands, body, and other
people away from pinch points when low-
ering bed. Do not hold onto the cage/frame
while closing the bed.
5B410006Adjusting the front and rear shock
absorber assemblies
(YXR7FD/YXR700FAD)
WARNING
Always adjust the shock absorbers on the
left and right sides to the same setting. Un-
even adjustment can cause poor handling
and loss of stability, which could lead to
an accident.The spring preload can be adjusted to suit the
operating conditions. You can reduce preload
for a softer ride, or increase preload if frequent
bottoming occurs or when carrying loads.NOTICEFrequent or severe bottoming can cause
increased wear or damage to the vehicle.
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5UG1B001 Adjusting the front shock absorber
assemblies (YXR7FSPD)
WARNING
These shock absorber assemblies contain
highly pressurized nitrogen gas. Read and
understand the following information be-
fore handling the shock absorber assem-
blies.●
Do not tamper with or attempt to open
the cylinder assemblies.
●
Do not subject the shock absorber as-
semblies to an open flame or other
high heat source. This may cause the
unit to explode due to excessive gas
pressure.
●
Do not deform or damage the cylin-
ders in any way. Cylinder damage will
result in poor damping performance.
●
Do not dispose of a damaged or worn
out shock absorber assembly your-
self. Take the shock absorber assem-
bly to a Yamaha dealer for any
service.
The spring preload, rebound damping and
compression damping forces of the front
shock absorber assemblies can be adjusted
to suit the operating conditions. NOTICENever turn an adjusting mechanism be-
yond the minimum and maximum settings.
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WARNING
●
Suspension components become hot
during operation. Never touch the
compression damping force adjusting
screw, the rebound damping force ad-
justing screw or the oil reservoir with
your bare hand or skin until suspen-
sion components have cooled.
●
Always adjust the shock absorber as-
semblies on the left and right side to
the same setting. Uneven adjustment
can cause poor handling and loss of
stability, which could lead to an acci-
dent.
5UG1B002Adjusting the rear shock absorber
assemblies (YXR7FSPD)
WARNING
These shock absorber assemblies contain
highly pressurized nitrogen gas. Read and
understand the following information be-
fore handling the shock absorber assem-
blies.●
Do not tamper with or attempt to open
the cylinder assemblies.
●
Do not subject the shock absorber as-
semblies to an open flame or other
high heat source. This may cause the
unit to explode due to excessive gas
pressure.
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TIPAlthough the total number of clicks of a damp-
ing force adjusting mechanism may not exact-
ly match the above specifications due to small
differences in production, the actual number
of clicks always represents the entire adjust-
ing range. To obtain a precise adjustment, it
would be advisable to check the number of
clicks of each damping force adjusting mech-
anism and to modify the specifications as nec-
essary.
WARNING
●
Suspension components become hot
during operation. Never touch the
compression damping force adjusting
screw, the rebound damping force ad-
justing screw or the oil reservoir with
your bare hand or skin until suspen-
sion components have cooled.
●
Always adjust the shock absorber as-
semblies on the left and right side to
the same setting. Uneven adjustment
can cause poor handling and loss of
stability, which could lead to an acci-
dent.
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EVU01200
1-FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition.
Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Own-
er’s Manual.
WARNING
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident
or equipment damage. Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem
cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual, have the vehicle inspect-
ed by a Yamaha dealer.Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEMROUTINE PAGE
Brakes Check operation, free play, fluid level, and fluid leakage.
Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary. 5-3, 8-35–8-38, 8-40
Parking brake Check for proper operation, condition, and free play. 8-38–8-39
Fuel Check fuel level.
Fill with fuel if necessary. 5-4–5-5
Engine oil Check oil level.
Fill with oil to proper level if necessary. 5-6, 8-10–8-15
Coolant Check coolant level.
Fill with coolant if necessary. 5-6, 8-22–8-23
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EVU00400Fuel
Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the
tank.
WARNING
Gasoline and gasoline vapors are ex-
tremely flammable. To avoid fires and ex-
plosions and to reduce the risk of injury
when refueling, follow these instructions.1. Before refueling, turn off the engine andbe sure that no one is sitting in the vehi-
cle.
Never refuel while smoking, or while in
the vicinity of sparks, open flames, or oth-
er sources of ignition such as the pilot
lights of water heaters and clothes dry-
ers.
2. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Because fuel expands when it heats up, heat from the
engine or the sun can cause fuel to spill
out of the fuel tank.
3. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately. 4. Be sure the fuel tank cap is closed se-
curely.
WARNING
Gasoline is poisonous and can cause inju-
ry or death. Handle gasoline with care.
Never siphon gasoline by mouth. If you
should swallow some gasoline or inhale a
lot of gasoline vapor, or get some gasoline
in your eyes, see your doctor immediately.
If gasoline spills on your skin, wash with
soap and water. If gasoline spills on your
clothing, change your clothes.Your Yamaha engine has been designed to
use regular unleaded gasoline with a re-
search octane number of 91 or higher (95 or
higher for Europe). If knocking or pinging oc-
curs, use a different brand of gasoline or pre-
mium unleaded fuel. Unleaded fuel will give
you longer spark plug life and reduced main-
tenance cost.
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Portable fuel containers
If you carry a portable fuel container in the bed
of the Rhino, be sure to secure it with the cap
tightened before driving the vehicle.
Always place a portable fuel container on the
ground before filling it. Before removing the
container cap, touch the container with the
fuel dispenser nozzle. Keep fuel dispenser
nozzle in contact with container inlet when fill-
ing. WARNING! Never refill a fuel container
in the bed of any vehicle. Fire may result
from a build-up of static electricity. The
discharge of this build-up while refueling
can cause a spark and ignite the gasoline.
Recommended fuel:
UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY
For Europe: Regular unleaded gasoline
only with a research octane number of 95
or higher
Fuel tank capacity: 30.0 L (7.93 US gal, 6.60 Imp.gal)
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A crash can damage the restraint systems in
your vehicle. A damaged restraint system
may not properly protect the person using it,
resulting in serious injury or death in a crash.
To help make sure your restraint systems are
working properly after a crash, have them in-
spected and any necessary replacements
made as soon as possible.EVU01230Steering
Park on level ground. Turn the steering wheel
right and left. Check for excessive free play,
abnormal noises, or a rough feeling. Have a
Yamaha dealer repair as necessary for proper
operation.EVU00470Fittings and fasteners
Always check the tightness of chassis fittings
and fasteners before a ride. Take the vehicle
to a Yamaha dealer or refer to the Service
Manual for correct tightening torque.Instruments, lights and switches
Check that all instruments, lights and switches
are working properly. Correct if necessary.
Control cables
When riding in cold weather, always make
sure all control cables work smoothly before
you begin riding.
WARNING! Control cables
can freeze in cold weather and you could
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