Starting The Engine - Malaguti SPIDER MAX RS 500 Service Manual

KEY SWITCH
• This switch controls the ignition circuit and
the handlebar lock.
Ignition disabled (the key can be
removed).
Ready to start' position (the key
cannot be emoved).
Handlebar lock activated (ignition is
disabled. The key can be removed)
Helmet compartment opening position
Glove compartment opening position
NOTE - The vehicle is supplied with two keys. If you lose both keys, you will have to replace the entire key block and 'Immobilizer' system.

STARTING THE ENGINE

• The engine cannot be started if the sidestand is down or if the emergency stop button is turned OFF.
• Before pressing the ignition button, pull the front or rear brake lever and keep it pulled to start the engine, since this lever acts on a special ignition consent switch.
If the tank is empty, do not operate the «START» button and do not turn the key «ON» as this would damage the injection system.
If the engine does not turn on, release the ignition switch, wait a few seconds, then try again. Do not operate the ignition system for more than 10 seconds
at each attempt.
CHECKING THE WARNING LIGHT OF THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR (AUTOMATIC)
• When turning the ignition key inserted in the ignition block to position (
about 8 seconds, to signal that the engine oil pressure sensor is working; the LOW OIL PRESSURE message must disappear when the vehicle sets off. Should the message
not appear on the display, check the engine oil level before starting the vehicle.
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), without starting the vehicle, the display should show the message LOW OIL PRESSURE for
HANDLEBAR LOCK
LOCKING
Turn the handlebar all the way to
the right or left, push the key in
and turn it counter-clockwise (F. 8).
DISENGAGING
Turn the key clockwise.
NOTE - The motor-bike is not
equipped with kick starter.
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