17 Service Work On The Engine; Changing The Fuel Screen - KTM 350 SX-F 2023 Owner's Manual

17 SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE

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Changing the fuel screen

Danger
Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable.
The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if overfilled.
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Do not fuel the vehicle in the vicinity of open flames or lit cigarettes.
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Switch off the engine for refueling.
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Make sure that no fuel is spilled; particularly not on hot parts of the vehicle.
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If any fuel is spilled, wipe it off immediately.
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Observe the specifications for refueling.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Fuel is harmful to health.
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Avoid skin, eye and clothing contact with fuel.
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Immediately consult a doctor if you swallow fuel.
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Do not inhale fuel vapors.
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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 the eyes thoroughly with water, and consult a doctor in case of fuel contact with the eyes.
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Change your clothing if fuel spills on them.
Note
Environmental hazard Improper handling of fuel is a danger to the environment.
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Do not allow fuel to enter the groundwater, the soil, or the sewage system.
F03737-10
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Clean quick release coupling
air.
Info
Under no circumstances should dirt enter into the fuel
line. Dirt in the fuel line clogs the injection valve!
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Disconnect the quick release coupling.
Info
Remaining fuel may flow out of the fuel hose.
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Pull fuel screen out of the connecting piece.
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Insert the new fuel screen all the way into the connecting
piece.
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Spray silicone spray onto a lint-free cleaning cloth and lightly
lubricate the O-ring of the quick-release coupling.
Silicone spray ( p. 153)
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Join quick release coupling
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thoroughly with compressed
1
.