Checking The Coolant Level In The Compensating Tank; Correcting The Coolant Level In The Compensating Tank - KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S 2021 Owner's Manual

17.1

Checking the coolant level in the compensating tank

Warning
Danger of scalding During motorcycle operation, the coolant gets very hot and is under pressure.
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Do not open the radiator, the radiator hoses or other cooling system components if the engine or the
cooling system are at operating temperature.
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Allow the cooling system and the engine to cool down before you open the radiator, the radiator hoses
or other components of the cooling system.
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In the event of scalding, rinse the area affected immediately with lukewarm water.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Coolant is toxic and a health hazard.
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Keep coolant out of the reach of children.
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Do not allow coolant to come into contact with the skin, the eyes and clothing.
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Consult a doctor immediately if coolant is swallowed.
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Rinse the affected area immediately with plenty of water in the event of contact with the skin.
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Rinse eyes thoroughly with water and consult a doctor immediately if coolant gets into the eyes.
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Change clothing if coolant spills onto your clothing.
17.2

Correcting the coolant level in the compensating tank

Warning
Danger of scalding During motorcycle operation, the coolant gets very hot and is under pressure.
–
Do not open the radiator, the radiator hoses or other cooling system components if the engine or the
cooling system are at operating temperature.
–
Allow the cooling system and the engine to cool down before you open the radiator, the radiator hoses
or other components of the cooling system.
–
In the event of scalding, rinse the area affected immediately with lukewarm water.
Condition
The engine is cold.
The radiator is completely full.
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Park the motorcycle on a horizontal surface.
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Check the coolant level in compensating tank
The coolant level must be between min and max.
» If there is no coolant in the compensating tank:
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Check the cooling system for leaks.
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Add the coolant/bleed the cooling system.
» If the coolant level in the compensating tank is not at the
required level, but the tank is not empty:
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Correct the coolant level in the compensating tank.
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