1. Drive select lever
a. F (Forward)
b. N (Neutral)
c. R (Reverse)
1. Levier de présélection
a. F (Marche avnt)
b. N (Point mort)
c. R (Marche arrière)
1. Palanca de selección de marcha
a. F (Marcha adelante)
b. N (Punto muerto)
c. R (Marcha atrás)
Shifting: reverse
1. Bring the machine to a complete stop and re-
turn the throttle lever to the closed position.
2. Apply the brake pedal.
3. Shift the gear from neutral to reverse and vice
versa by moving the drive select lever along
the shift guide.
NOTE:
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When in reverse, the reverse indicator light should
be on. If the light does not come on, ask a Yamaha
dealer to inspect the machine.
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4. Check behind for people or obstacles, then
release the brake pedal.
5. Open the throttle lever gradually and contin-
ue to watch to the rear while backing.
WARNING
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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 slowly.
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