Cleaning/Protective Treatment; Cleaning The Motorcycle - Husqvarna FC 250 2015 Repair Manual

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CLEANING/PROTECTIVE TREATMENT

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Note
Material damage Components become damaged or destroyed if a pressure cleaner is used incorrectly.
The high pressure forces water into the electrical components, connectors, throttle cables, and bearings, etc.
Pressure which is too high causes malfunctions and destroys components.
Do not direct the water jet directly on to electrical components, connectors, throttle cables or bearings.
Maintain a minimum distance between the nozzle of the pressure cleaner and the component.
Minimum clearance
Warning
Environmental hazard
Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance with the applicable
regulations.
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If you clean the motorcycle regularly, its value and appearance will be maintained over a long period.
Avoid direct sunshine on the motorcycle during cleaning.
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Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
Close off the exhaust system to keep water from entering.
First remove coarse dirt particles with a gentle spray of water.
Spray very dirty areas with a normal motorcycle cleaner and then clean with a
paintbrush.
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Use warm water containing normal motorcycle cleaner and a soft sponge.
Never apply motorcycle cleaner to a dry vehicle; always rinse the vehicle
with water first.
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After rinsing the motorcycle with a gentle spray of water, allow it to dry
thoroughly.
Remove the closure of the exhaust system.
Warning
Danger of accidents
Brake carefully several times to dry out and remove dirt from the brake
linings and the brake discs.
After cleaning, ride a short distance until the engine reaches operating tempera­
ture.
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The heat produced causes water at inaccessible locations in the engine
and on the brake system to evaporate.
Push back the protection caps of the handlebar controls to allow any water that
has penetrated to evaporate.
After the motorcycle has cooled off, lubricate all moving parts and bearings.
Clean the chain.
Treat bare metal parts (except for brake discs and the exhaust system) with a
corrosion inhibitor.
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Preserving materials for paints, metal and rubber
Treat all plastic parts and powder-coated parts with a mild cleaning and care
agent.
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Moisture and dirt impair the brake system.
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