Starting Power Of Lithium-Ion Batteries At Low Temperatures (All Eu/Cn Models, Xcf-W); Preparing The Vehicle For Difficult Operating Conditions; Preparing The Vehicle For Riding On Dry Sand - KTM 350 EXC-F WESS Owner's Manual

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Starting power of lithium-ion batteries at low temperatures (all EU/CN models, XCF-W)

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Preparing the vehicle for difficult operating conditions

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Use of the vehicle under difficult conditions, such as on sand or on wet and muddy surfaces, can result in
significantly increased wear of components, such as the drive train, brake system, or suspension compo-
nents. For this reason, it may be necessary to inspect or replace parts before the next scheduled service.
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Clean the air filter and air filter box.
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Check the air filter approx. every 30 minutes.
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Check the connector for humidity and corrosion and to ensure it is firmly seated.
» If humidity, corrosion, or damage is found:
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Clean and dry the connector, or change it if necessary.
Difficult operating conditions are:
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Rides on dry sand. (
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Rides on wet sand. (
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Rides on wet and muddy circuits. (
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Rides at high temperatures or slow riding. (
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Riding at low temperatures and in snow. (
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Preparing the vehicle for riding on dry sand

Lithium-ion batteries are far lighter than lead batteries, have a low
self-discharge rate, and have more starting power at temperatures
over 15 °C (60 °F). At low temperatures, however, the starting
power of lithium-ion batteries drops to below that of lead batter-
ies.
Multiple starting attempts may be needed. Press the start button
for 5 seconds, and wait 30 seconds between attempts. The pauses
are necessary so that the heat created can distribute through the
lithium-ion battery and the 12-V battery is not damaged.
If the charged lithium-ion battery is unable to actuate the starter
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motor or does so only weakly when temperatures are below 15 °C
(60 °F), the battery is not faulty but needs to be warmed up inter-
nally to increase its starting power (current output).
The starting power increases as the battery warms up.
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Mount the air filter dust cover.
Air filter dust cover (79006920000)
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Observe the fitting instructions for KTM PowerParts.
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