Refueling - KTM 690 Duke EU 2012 Owner's Manual

RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
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Brake the motorcycle.
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Shift gear to neutral.
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Switch off the ignition by turning the ignition key to the position
Info
If the engine is switched off with the emergency OFF switch and the ignition remains switched on at the ignition lock, power
continues to flow to most power consumers and the battery will discharge. You should therefore always switch off the engine
with the ignition key - the emergency OFF switch is intended for emergencies only.
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Park the motorcycle on a firm surface.
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Swing the side stand forward with your foot as far as it will go and lean the vehicle on it.
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Lock the steering by turning the handlebar fully to the left, pressing down the ignition key to the position
tion . To make the steering lock engage more easily, move the handlebar a little to the left and right. Remove the ignition key.

Refueling

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Danger
Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable.
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Never refuel 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.
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Fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if the tank is overfilled. See the notes on refueling.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Avoid contact of the fuel with 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 doc-
tor immediately. Change clothing that has come into contact with fuel.
Note
Material damage Premature clogging of the fuel filter.
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