Suzuki 2005 GSF1200 Service Manual page 6

00-1 Precautions:
Precautions
Warning / Caution / Note
Please read this manual and follow its instructions
carefully. To emphasize special information, the symbol
and the words WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE have
special meanings. Pay special attention to the messages
highlighted by these signal words.
WARNING
!
Indicates a potential hazard that could result
in death or injury.
CAUTION
!
Indicates a potential hazard that could result
in motorcycle damage.
NOTE
Indicates special information to make
maintenance easier or instructions clearer.
Please note, however, that the warnings and cautions
contained in this manual cannot possibly cover all
potential hazards relating to the servicing, or lack of
servicing, of the motorcycle. In addition to the
WARNINGS and CAUTIONS stated, you must use good
judgement and basic mechanical safety principles. If you
are unsure about how to perform a particular service
operation, ask a more experienced mechanic for advice.
General Precautions
WARNING
!
• Proper service and repair procedures are
important for the safety of the service
mechanic and the safety and reliability of
the motorcycle.
• When 2 or more persons work together,
pay attention to the safety of each other.
• When it is necessary to run the engine
indoors, make sure that exhaust gas is
forced outdoors.
• When working with toxic or flammable
materials, make sure that the area you
work in is well-ventilated and that you
follow all of the material manufacturer's
instructions.
• Never use gasoline as a cleaning solvent.
Precautions
• To avoid getting burned, do not touch the
B649G10000001 engine, engine oil, oil cooler and exhaust
system until they have cooled.
• After servicing the fuel, oil, exhaust or
brake systems, check all lines and fittings
related to the system for leaks.
CAUTION
!
• If parts replacement is necessary, replace
the parts with Suzuki Genuine Parts or
their equivalent.
• When removing parts that are to be reused,
keep them arranged in an orderly manner
so that they may be reinstalled in the
proper order and orientation.
• Be sure to use special tools when
instructed.
• Make sure that all parts used in
reassembly are clean. Lubricate them
when specified.
• Use the specified lubricant, bond, or
sealant.
• When removing the battery, disconnect the
negative (–) cable first and then the
positive cable.
• When reconnecting the battery, connect
the positive cable first and then the
negative (–) cable, and replace the terminal
cover on the positive terminal.
B649G10000002
• When performing service to electrical
parts, if the service procedures not require
use of battery power, disconnect the
negative (–) cable the battery.
• When tightening the cylinder head and
case bolts and nuts, tighten the larger
sizes first. Always tighten the bolts and
nuts diagonally from the inside working
out and to the specified tightening torque.
• Whenever you remove oil seals, gaskets,
packing, O-rings, locking washers, self-
locking nuts, cotter pins, circlips and
certain other parts as specified, be sure to
replace them with new ones. Also, before
installing these new parts, be sure to
remove any left over material from the
mating surfaces.
• Never reuse a circlip. When installing a
new circlip, take care not to expand the
end gap larger than required to slip the
circlip over the shaft. After installing a
circlip, always ensure that it is completely
seated in its groove and securely fitted.