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2 SAFETY ADVICE
2.4
Note
Identifies a danger that will lead to considerable machine and material damage if the appropriate measures are
not taken.
2.5
Tampering with the noise control system is prohibited. Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing
thereof:
1
The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of servicing, repair, or replace-
ment, of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control
prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use, or
2
the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by
any person.
Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are the acts listed below:
1
Removal or puncturing of the main silencers, baffles, manifolds or any other components which conduct
emissions.
2
Removal or puncturing of parts of the intake system.
3
Lack of proper maintenance.
4
Replacing moving parts of the vehicle, or parts of the exhaust system or intake system, with parts other
than those specified by the manufacturer.
(FE 501 US)
An add-on or modified part must be compliant with applicable ARB evaporative emission control stan-
dards. A violation of this requirement is punishable by civil and/or criminal punishment.
2.6
8
Degrees of risk and symbols
Danger
Identifies a danger that will immediately and invariably lead to fatal or serious permanent injury if the
appropriate measures are not taken.
Warning
Identifies a danger that is likely to lead to fatal or serious injury if the appropriate measures are not
taken.
Caution
Identifies a danger that may lead to minor injuries if the appropriate measures are not taken.
Note
Indicates a danger that will lead to environmental damage if the appropriate measures are not taken.
Tampering warning
Safe operation
Danger
Danger of accidents A rider who is not fit to ride poses a danger to him or herself and others.
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Do not operate the vehicle if you are not fit to ride due to alcohol, drugs or medication.
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Do not operate the vehicle if you are physically or mentally impaired.
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