Clutch Fluid; Carbon Monoxide; Hot Components - APRILIA pegaso 650 i.e. Service Manual

GENERAL INFORMATION

1.2.6 CLUTCH FLUID

NOTE
This vehicle is provided with hydraulic clutch
control.
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WARNING
If the clutch fluid gets in contact with the skin or the
eyes, it can cause serious irritations.
Carefully wash the parts of your body that get in con-
tact with the liquid. Consult a doctor or an oculist if
the liquid gets in contact with your eyes.
DO NOT DISPOSE OF THE FLUID IN THE ENVIRON-
MENT.
KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
When using the clutch fluid, take care not to spill it on
the plastic and painted parts, since it damages them.
For the maintenance intervals, see 2.1.1 (REGULAR
SERVICE INTERVALS CHART) under:
– Clutch wear.
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CAUTION
To avoid serious damage to the system, do not use
fluids other than the recommended ones nor mix dif-
ferent fluids for topping up.
Do not use clutch fluid taken from old or already
opened containers.
Sudden variations in clearance or an elastic resist-
ance in the clutch levers may be due to trouble in the
hydraulic circuits.
Check that the clutch hoses are not twisted or worn.
Prevent water or dust from accidentally getting into
the circuit.
In case maintenance operations are to be performed
on the hydraulic circuit, it is advisable to use latex
gloves.
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1.2.7 CARBON MONOXIDE

If it is necessary to let the engine run in order to carry out
some work, make sure that the area in which you are op-
erating is properly ventilated.
Never run the engine in enclosed spaces.
If it is necessary to work indoors, use an exhaust evacua-
tion system.
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WARNING
The exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, a poi-
sonous gas that can cause loss of consciousness
and even death.
Run the engine in an open area or, if it is necessary to
work indoors, use an exhaust evacuation system.

1.2.8 HOT COMPONENTS

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WARNING
The engine and the components of the exhaust sys-
tem become very hot and remain hot for some time
after the engine has been stopped.
Before handling these components, wear insulating
gloves or wait until the engine and the exhaust sys-
tem have cooled down.
Pegaso 650 I.E.
Release 00/2002-02