Yamaha YDRA Owner's/Operator's Manual page 17

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
DURING MAINTENANCE
When performing maintenance,
follow all safety instructions
contained in the manufacturer's
operation and service manuals, as
well as the following safety
procedures:
Properly immobilize PTV before
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beginning any maintenance to
avoid any unexpected vehicle
movement.
Properly block chassis before
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working underneath PTV to
avoid any unexpected vehicle
movement.
When working on the fuel system
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or the battery, do not smoke, or
allow any sparks or open flames
near the vehicle, to avoid any fires
or explosions.
Use only properly insulated tools
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when working around batteries to
avoid electrical shock or damage
to the electrical system.
Maintain all safety devices includ-
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ing brakes, steering mechanisms,
warning devices and governors, in
a safe operating condition. Do not
modify these safety devices as
supplied by the manufacturer.
After each maintenance or repair,
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the car must be driven by a
qualified, trained and authorized
person – in an area free of
pedestrian traffic – to ensure
proper operation and adjustment.
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SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
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Record all maintenance performed
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in a maintenance record log by
date, name of person performing
maintenance and type of
maintenance. Periodically inspect
maintenance log to ensure
accurate and complete entries.
Provide operator comment cards
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to assist in identifying non-periodic
maintenance needs for specific
PTVs.
Maintain, in a legible condition, all
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nameplates, warnings and
instructions provided by the
manufacturer.
If new nameplates, warnings or
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instructions are needed, contact
your Yamaha dealer.
FUEL HANDLING/
STORAGE
Take the following precautions to
ensure maintenance worker safety:
Supervise the storage and
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handling of liquid fuels in
accordance with applicable fire
and safety requirements to avoid
any fires or explosions.
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