2015 Kawasaki Brute Force 300 Owners Manual - Page 47

46 GENERAL INFORMATION j ○The headlight can be turned on only when the ig" position and engine nition switch is in the " is running. ○The illumination of headlight will be available fully only when the engine speed is more than 2 000 rpm. ○Do not turn on the headlight when the engine is not running because it can drain the battery and without charging in this vehicle electrical system. Starter Button: Refer to the "Starting the Engine" section of the "How to Ride" chapter for starting instructions. To start the engine, push the starter button with the front or rear brake applied in any shift position. NOTE " engine, shift the engine stop switch to the " position. Although the engine stop switch stops the engine, it does not turn off all the electrical circuits. If the engine stop switch is used, be sure to turn off the ignition switch after stopping the vehicle. Reverse Power Assist Switch (Override): This vehicle is equipped with a reduced reverse speed system. If additional power is needed while backing up, depress the reverse power assist switch. When the switch is released, the vehicle's speed and power return to the reduced mode. WARNING HAZARD Going too fast in "R" (Reverse). WHAT CAN HAPPEN Going too fast in "R" (Reverse) can cause a loss of control and accident resulting in severe personal injury or death. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always maintain safe speeds. Use the Reverse Power Assist Switch only if additional power is needed. ○For the electric starter to operate, the engine stop " position, the igswitch must be set to the " nition switch must be turned to the "ON" position, and the brake must be applied, if the shifter is in a position other than "N" (neutral). Engine Stop Switch: In addition to the ignition switch, the engine stop " position for the engine switch must be in the " to operate. If some emergency requires stopping the NOTE