2002 Yamaha Motorsports Virago 250 Owners Manual - Page 70
2002 Yamaha Motorsports Virago 250 Manual
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EC000100 CAUTION: Use only distilled water, as tap water contains minerals that are harmful to the battery. @ @ 4. Check and, if necessary, tighten the battery lead connections and correct the breather hose routing. 1. Maximum level mark 2. Minimum level mark 4. After installation, make sure that the battery leads are properly connected to the battery terminals and that the breather hose is properly routed, in good condition, and not obstructed. EC000099 To store the battery 1. If the motorcycle will not be used for more than one month, remove the battery, fully charge it, and then place it in a cool, dry place. 2. If the battery will be stored for more than two months, check the specific gravity of the electrolyte at least once a month and fully charge the battery whenever necessary. 3. Fully charge the battery before installation. CAUTION: If the breather hose is positioned in such a way that the frame is exposed to electrolyte or gas expelled from the battery, the frame could suffer structural and external damages. @ @ 6 6-31