key battery YAMAHA YZF-R1M 2015 Owners Manual

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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12 To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF” po- sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key. To unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
EAU65680
(Parking)
The hazard 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 “ ”.NOTICE
ECA22330
Using the hazard lights for an ex-
tended length of time may cause thebattery to discharge.
EAU66050
Handlebar switchesLeft
1. Push.
2. Turn.12
1. Push.
2. Turn.12
1. Pass/LAP switch “ /LAP”
2. Dimmer switch “ / ”
3. Hazard switch “ ”
4. Horn switch “ ”
5. Turn signal switch “ / ”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU59950
Auxiliary DC connector
WARNING
EWA12532
To prevent electrical shock or
short-circuiting, make sure that the
cap is installed when the auxiliaryDC connector is not being used.NOTICE
ECA20090
The accessory connected to the
auxiliary DC connector should not
be used with the engine turned off,
and the load must never exceed 24
W (2 A), otherwise the fuse may blowor the battery may discharge. This vehicle is equipped with an auxilia-
ry DC connector. A 12–V accessory
connected to the auxiliary DC connec-
tor can be used when the key is in the
“ON” position.1. Auxiliary DC connector
2. Auxiliary DC connector cap21
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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moving the battery box or handling
the IMU directly.

Do not remove, modify, or place
any foreign materials in or
around the battery box.

Do not subject the IMU to strong
shocks and be careful when
handling the battery.

Do not obstruct the IMU breath-
er hole and do not clean it withcompressed air.
This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to be
checked and, if necessary, tightened.WARNING
EWA10761

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.

KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OFCHILDREN.
To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery 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.
NOTICE
ECA16522
To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated
Lead Acid) battery, a special (con-
stant-voltage) battery charger is re-
quired. Using a conventional batterycharger will damage the battery.
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
turned to “OFF”, then discon-
nect the negative lead before
disconnecting the positive
lead.
[ECA16303]
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 in- stallation. NOTICE: When install-
ing the battery, be sure the key
is turned to “OFF”, then con-
nect the positive lead before
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