key battery YAMAHA XT660Z 2011 Owners Manual

To lock the steering
1. Push
2. Turn
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF”
position, and then turn it to
“LOCK” while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.T
o unlock the steering
1. Push
2. Turn
Push the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
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(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the tai-
llight, license plate light and auxiliary
lights are on. The hazard lights and
turn signal lights can be turned on,
but all other electrical systems are off.
The key can be removed.
The steering must be locked before
the key can be turned to “ ”.
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Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge.
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Right
1. Engine stop switch “ / ”
2. Start switch “ ”
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Pass switch “ ”
Press this switch to flash the head-
light.
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Dimmer switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
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Horn switch “ ”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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Turn signal switch “ / ”
To signal a right-hand turn, push thisswitch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “ ”. When
released, the switch returns to the
center position. To cancel the turn
signal lights, push the switch in after it
has returned to the center position.
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Hazard switch “ ”
With the key in the “ON” or “ ”
position, use this switch to turn on the
hazard lights (simultaneous flashing
of all turn signal lights).
The hazard lights are used in case of
an emergency or to warn other drivers
when your vehicle is stopped where it
might be a traffic hazard.
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Do not use the hazard lights for an
extended length of time with the
engine not running, otherwise the
battery may discharge.
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Engine stop switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “ ” before star-
ting the engine. Set this switch to“ ” to stop the engine in case of an
emergency, such as when the vehicle
overturns or when the throttle cable is
stuck.
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Start switch “ ”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter. See page 5-1 for star-
ting instructions prior to starting the
engine.
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The engine trouble warning light and
ABS warning light (ABS model only)
will come on when the key is turned
to “ON” and the start switch is pus-
hed, but this does not indicate a mal-
function.
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Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains
sulfuric acid, which causes
severe burns. Avoid any con-
tact with skin, eyes or clothing
and always shield your eyes
when working near batteries.
In case of contact, administer
the following FIRST AID.
•EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.
•INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and
immediately call a physician.
•EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
•Batteries produce explosive
hydrogen gas. Therefore,
keep sparks, flames, cigaret-
tes, etc., away from the bat-
tery and provide sufficient
ventilation when charging it
in an enclosed space.
KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTE-
RIES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
To charge the battery:
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the
battery as soon as possible if it seems
to have discharged. Keep in mind that
the battery tends to discharge more
quickly if the vehicle is equipped with
optional electrical accessories.
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To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated
Lead Acid) battery, a special (cons-
tant-voltage) battery charger is
required. Using a conventional bat-
tery charger will damage the bat-
tery.
To store the battery:
1. If the vehicle will not be used for
more than one month, remove
the battery, fully charge it, and
then place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTICE: When removing the
battery, be sure the key is tur-
ned to “OFF”, then disconnect
the negative lead before dis-
connecting the positive lead.
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2. If the battery will be stored for
more than two months, check it
at least once a month and fully
charge it if necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before
installation. NOTICE: When ins-
talling the battery, be sure the
key is turned to “OFF”, then
connect the positive lead befo-
re connecting the negative
lead.
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4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly
connected to the battery termi-
nals.
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Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery can
cause permanent battery damage.
NOTICE
NOTICE
WARNING
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