Safety Warnings For Fuel, Lubricants Coolant And Other Components - APRILIA Atlantic 500 Workshop Manual

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ENGINE NUMBER
The engine number is stamped near the lower rear
shock absorber support.
Engine n°

SAFETY WARNINGS FOR FUEL, LUBRICANTS COOLANT AND OTHER COMPONENTS

FUEL
The fuel used for the propulsion of combustion engines is extremely inflammable and can become explo-
sive under certain conditions.
Refueling and servicing operations should be carried out in well-ventilated areas with the engine switched
off.
Do not smoke when refueling or in the vicinity of fuel vapors. All contact with naked flames, sparks or any
other possible source of ignition or explosion must be absolutely avoided.
Do not allow fuel to spill out when filling the tank, as it could ignite on contact with the hot surfaces of the
engine.
If fuel is accidentally spilt, check that the zone is perfectly dry before starting the motorcycle.
Fuel expands with heat and under direct sunlight.
For this reason, never fill the fuel tank right up to the brim.
Close the filler cap properly after refueling.
Do not allow fuel to come into contact with the skin. Do not swallow fuel or inhale the vapors. Do not
transfer fuel from one container to another with a tube.
DO NOT DISPOSE OF FUELIN DRAINS, WATER COURSES OR THE SOIL.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Use only leaded (4-star
ENGINE OIL
Engine oil can cause serious skin damage if handled on a daily basis over a long period of time.
You are advised to wash your hands thoroughly after handling the oil.
Do not dispose of the oil in drains, watercourses or the soil.
Take the oil to (or have it collected by) the nearest used oil disposal agency or the supplier.
You are advised to wear rubber gloves when carrying out maintenance work.
Check the engine oil after the first 625 miles (1000 km) and then every 1,875 miles (3000 km). Change the engine
oil every 3,750 mi (6000 km), see CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL AND THE ENGINE OIL FILTER.
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) or unleaded petrol with minimum octane rating 95 (N.O.R.M.) and 85 (N.O.M.M.)
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Release 00 2002-09
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