Emptying The Carburetor Float Chamber; Checking Engine Oil Level - KTM 450 SX-F Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE

Emptying the carburetor float chamber

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Danger
Fire hazard Fuel can easily catch fire.
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Never fill up the motorcycle near open flames or burning cigerettes, and always switch off the engine first. Be careful that
no fuel is spilt, especially on hot motorcycle components. Clean up spilt fuel immediately.
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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.
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Avoid contact between fuel and skin, eyes and clothing. Do not inhale fuel vapors. If fuel gets into your eyes, rinse
immediately with water and contact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If fuel is swallowed,
contact 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.
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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

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Info
The engine oil level can be checked on a cold or hot engine.
Conditions
The engine is at operating temperature.
Conditions
Engine is cold.
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Turn the handle
No more fuel flows from the tank to the carburetor.
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Turn the handle
No more fuel flows from the tank to the carburetor.
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Guide the hose coming down behind the engine into a suitable container.
Info
Water in the float chamber results in malfunctioning.
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Undo the screw
float chamber.
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Tighten screw
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Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
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Check the engine oil level.
The engine oil reaches the top of the viewer
> When the engine oil does not reach the top of the viewer:
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Top up the engine oil. (
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of the fuel tap to the ON position. (Figure 400201-10
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of the fuel tap to the OFF position. (Figure 400200-10
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(turn it counterclockwise) a few turns and drain the fuel from the
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