Yamaha WR250FM service manual Handling Note

REAR SHOCK ABSORBER CHAS

HANDLING NOTE

WARNING

This rear shock absorber is provided with a separate type tank filled with high-pressure nitrogen gas. To prevent the danger of explosion, read and understand the follow- ing information before handling the shock absorber.

The manufacturer can not be held respon- sible for property damage or personal injury that may result from improper han- dling.

1.Never tamper or attempt to disassemble the cylinder or the tank.

2.Never throw the rear shock absorber into an open flame or other high heat. The rear shock absorber may explode as a result of nitrogen gas expansion and/ or damage to the hose.

3.Be careful not to damage any part of the gas tank. A damaged gas tank will impair the damping performance or cause a malfunction.

4.Take care not to scratch the contact sur- face of the piston rod with the cylinder; or oil could leak out.

5.Never attempt to remove the plug at the bottom of the nitrogen gas tank. It is very dangerous to remove the plug.

6.When scrapping the rear shock absorber, follow the instructions on dis- posal.

NOTES ON DISPOSAL (YAMAHA DEALERS ONLY)

Before disposing the rear shock absorber, be sure to extract the nitrogen gas from valve 1. Wear eye protection to prevent eye damage from escaping gas and/or metal chips.

WARNING

To dispose of a damaged or worn-out rear shock absorber, take the unit to your Yamaha dealer for this disposal procedure.

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