warning YAMAHA YFM600FWA 2001 User Guide

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1. Locknut 2. Adjusting bolt a. 12 mm
1. Contre-écrou 2. Boulon de réglage
1. Contratuerca 2. Perno de ajuste
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Speed limiter
The speed limiter keeps the throttle from fully
opening, even when the throttle lever is
pushed to the maximum. Screwing in the ad-
juster limits the maximum engine power avail-
able and decreases the maximum speed of the
ATV.
WARNING
Improper adjustment of the speed limiter and
throttle could cause throttle cable damage or
improper throttle operation. You could lose
control, have an accident or be injured. Do not
turn the speed adjuster out more than 12 mm
or the throttle cable could be damaged. Al-
ways make sure the throttle lever free play is
adjusted to 3 ~ 5 mm. See page 8-49.

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Parking brake
Use the parking brake when you have to start
the engine or park the machine, especially on a
slope. Apply the rear brake lever and push
down the lock plate to apply the parking brake.
Squeeze the rear brake lever to release the
parking brake.
WARNING
●Always set the parking brake before start-
ing the engine. The ATV could start mov-
ing unexpectedly if the parking brake is
not applied. This could cause loss of con-
trol or a collision.
●Always be sure you have released the
parking brake before you begin to ride.
The brake could overheat if you ride the
ATV without releasing the parking brake.
You could lose braking performance
which could cause an accident. You could
also wear out the brakes prematurely.
1. Lock plate
1. Verrou
1. Placa de bloqueo

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Drive select lever
The drive select lever is used to shift your ma-
chine into neutral, high, low or reverse. Refer
to page 6-11 for the drive select lever opera-
tion.
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Recoil starter
Firmly grasp the handle and pull slightly until
engagement can be felt. Then pull forcefully,
being careful not to pull the rope all the way
out.
WARNING
Put the transmission in neutral and set the
parking brake before starting the engine or the
ATV could start to move unexpectedly, which
could cause an accident.
1. Drive select lever
1. Levier de présélection
1. Palanca de selección de marcha
1. Recoil starter
1. Lanceur à réenroulement
1. Arranque por tracción de cable

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WARNING
Always inspect your ATV each time you use it to make sure the ATV is in safe operating condition.
Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Own-
er’s Manual. Failure to inspect increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.

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3. Brake fluid leakage
Check to see if any brake fluid is leaking
out of the hose, joint or master cylinder of
the front brake. Apply the brake firmly for
one minute. If the lever moves slowly in-
ward, there may be a leak in the brake sys-
tem. If there is any leakage, the brake
system should be inspected by a Yamaha
dealer.
4. Brake operation
Test the brakes at slow speed after start-
ing out to make sure they are working
properly. If the brakes do not provide
proper braking performance, inspect the
brakes for wear. (See page 8-51.)
WARNING
Always check the brakes at the start of every
ride. Do not ride the ATV if you find any prob-
lem with the brakes or you could lose braking
ability, which could lead to an accident. If a
problem cannot be corrected by the adjust-
ment procedures provided in this manual,
have the ATV inspected by a Yamaha dealer.

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1. Fuel level 2. Filler tube
1. Niveau de carburant 2. Tube de remplissage
1. Nivel de combustible 2. Tubo del relleno
WARNING
●Do not overfill the fuel tank. Fuel expands
when it heats up. If the fuel tank is over-
filled, fuel could spill out due to heat from
the engine or the sun.
●Be careful not to spill fuel, especially on
the engine or exhaust pipe which can
cause a fire and severe injury. Wipe up
any spilled fuel immediately.
●Do not refuel right after the engine has
been running and is still very hot.
●Be sure the fuel tank cap is closed secure-
ly.

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Tires
Always use the recommended tires.
WARNING
Use of improper tires on this ATV, or opera-
tion of this ATV with improper or uneven tire
pressure, may cause loss of control, increasing
your risk of accident.
Pay attention to the following.
1. The tires listed below have been approved
by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. for this model.
Other tire combinations are not recom-
mended.
2. The tires should be set to the recommend-
ed pressure:
●Recommended tire pressure
Front 25 kPa (0.25 kg/cm2, 0.25 bar)
Rear 25 kPa (0.25 kg/cm
2, 0.25 bar)
Manufacturer Size Type
Front DUNLOP AT25 × 8 - 12 KT404A
Rear DUNLOP AT25 × 10 - 12 KT405G

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OPERATION
Read the Owner’s Manual carefully before
riding the ATV.
WARNING
Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to become
familiar with all controls. Loss of control could
cause an accident or injury. If there is a control
or function you do not understand, ask your
Yamaha dealer.

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Starting a cold engine
WARNING
Always make sure all control cables work
smoothly before you begin riding in cold
weather. If the control cables are frozen or do
not work smoothly, you could be unable to
control the ATV, which could lead to an acci-
dent or collision.
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Turn the fuel cock to “ON”.
3. Turn the main switch to “ON” and the en-
gine stop switch to “RUN”.
4. Shift the transmission into neutral.

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e. Open the throttle lever gradually and con-
tinue to watch to the rear while backing.
WARNING
Improper operation in reverse could make you
hit an obstacle or person behind you, resulting
in serious injury. When you shift into reverse,
make sure there are no obstacles or people be-
hind you. When it is safe to proceed, go slow-
ly.
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Reverse lock release wire
If the machine should get stuck in obstacles
such as rocks, making it impossible for the rear
brake pedal to be applied, pull the reverse lock
release wire to shift into or out of reverse gear.
1. Reverse lock release wire
1. Câble de déblocage de la marche arrière
1. Cable de liberación del bloqueo de marcha atrás