Service Work On The Engine; Changing The Fuel Screen - KTM 500 EXC-F 2018 Owner's Manual

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Changing the fuel screen

Danger
Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable.
The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if overfilled.
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Do not refuel the vehicle in the vicinity of open flames or lit cigarettes.
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Switch off the engine for refueling.
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Make sure that no fuel is spilled; particularly not on hot parts of the vehicle.
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If any fuel is spilled, wipe it off immediately.
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Observe the specifications for refueling.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Avoid skin, eye and clothing contact with fuel.
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Immediately consult a doctor if you swallow fuel.
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Do not inhale fuel vapors.
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In case of skin contact, rinse the affected area with plenty of water.
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Rinse the eyes thoroughly with water, and consult a doctor in case of fuel contact with the eyes.
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Change your clothing in case of fuel spills on them.
Warning
Environmental hazard Improper handling of fuel is a danger to the environment.
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Do not allow fuel to enter the groundwater, the soil, or the sewage system.
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Clean plug-in connection
compressed air.
Info
Under no circumstances should dirt enter into the fuel
line. Dirt in the fuel line clogs the injection valve!
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Disconnect the plug-in connection of the fuel line.
Info
Remaining fuel may flow out of the fuel hose.
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Pull fuel screen
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Insert the new fuel screen all the way into the connecting
piece.
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Lubricate the O-ring and connect plug-in connection of the
fuel line.
Danger
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Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhal-
ing them may result in unconsciousness and death.
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Always make sure there is sufficient ventilation
when running the engine.
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Use an effective exhaust extraction system when
starting or running the engine in an enclosed
space.

18 SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE

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of the fuel line thoroughly with
2 out of the connecting piece.
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