Storage; Preparing For Use After Storage - Husqvarna FE 450 2016 Owner's Manual

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STORAGE

20.1 Storage
Warning
Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Fuel must not come into contact with the skin, eyes, or clothing. Do not breathe in the fuel vapors. If contact occurs with
the eyes, rinse with water immediately and contact a physician. Immediately clean contaminated areas on the skin with
soap and water. If fuel is swallowed, contact a physician immediately. Change clothing that has been contaminated with
fuel. Store fuel properly in a suitable canister and keep away from children.
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If you plan to garage the motorcycle for a longer period, perform the following steps or have them performed.
Before storing the motorcycle, check all parts for function and wear. If service, repairs, or replacements are necessary, you
should do this during the storage period (less workshop overload). In this way, you can avoid long workshop waiting times at
the start of the new season.
20.2

Preparing for use after storage

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When refueling for the last time before taking the motorcycle out of service, add
fuel additive.
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Refuel. (
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Clean the motorcycle. (
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Change the engine oil and oil filter and clean the oil screens.
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Check the antifreeze and coolant level. (
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Check the tire air pressure. (
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Remove the battery.
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Charge the battery.
Guideline
Storage temperature of battery with-
out direct sunshine
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Store the vehicle in a dry location that is not subject to large fluctuations in tem-
perature.
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Husqvarna Motorcycles recommends raising the motorcycle.
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
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Cover the motorcycle with a porous sheet or blanket. Do not use non-porous
materials since they prevent humidity from escaping, thus causing corrosion.
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Avoid running the engine for a short time only. Since the engine cannot
warm up properly, the water vapor produced during combustion con-
denses and causes valves and the exhaust system to rust.
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
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Install the battery.
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Perform checks and maintenance work when preparing the vehicle for use.
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Take a test ride.
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