Emptying The Carburetor Float Chamber; Checking Engine Oil Level - KTM 525 XC ATV 2008 Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE

Emptying the carburetor float chamber

Danger
Fire hazard Fuel can easily catch fire.
Never fill up the vehicle near open flames or burning cigarettes, and always switch off the engine first. Be careful that no
fuel is spilt, especially on hot vehicle components. Clean up spilt fuel immediately.
Fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if the tank is overfilled. See specifications on filling up with fuel.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
Avoid contact between fuel and skin, eyes and clothing. Do not inhale fuel vapors. If fuel gets into your eyes, rinse immedi-
ately with water and contact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If fuel is swallowed, con-
tact a doctor immediately. Change clothing that has come into contact with fuel. Store fuel in a suitable canister according
to regulations and keep it out of the reach of children.
Warning
Environmental hazard Improper handling of fuel is a danger to the environment.
Do not allow fuel to get into the ground water, the ground, or the sewage system.
Info
Carry out this work with a cold engine.

Checking engine oil level

Info
The engine oil level can be checked on a cold or hot engine.
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Turn the handle
(Figure 100013-10
No more fuel flows from the tank to the carburetor.
Guide the hose coming down behind the engine into a suitable container.
Info
Water in the float chamber results in malfunctioning.
Undo the screw
the float chamber.
Tighten screw
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Park the vehicle on a horizontal surface.
Condition
The engine is at operating temperature.
Check the engine oil level.
Info
After switching off the engine, wait one minute before checking the
level.
The engine oil reaches the middle of the viewer
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» When the engine oil does not reach the middle of the viewer
Top up the engine oil. (
of the fuel tap to the OFF position.
P. 16)
(turn it counterclockwise) a few turns and drain the fuel from
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P. 76)
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