Main Components; Fuel - APRILIA RSV 1000 TUONO R Manual

MAIN COMPONENTS

FUEL

WARNING
The fuel used in internal combustion
engines is highly flammable and can
become explosive under particular
conditions.
It is important to refuel and service the
vehicle in a well-ventilated area, with the
engine off.
Do not smoke while refuelling or near fuel
vapours, in any case avoid contact with
naked flames, sparks and any other heat
source or source of ignition to prevent
fires or explosion.
Avoid spilling fuel, as it may ignite when
in contact with hot engine parts.
In case some fuel has accidentally been
spilt, make sure that the area has
completely dried and before starting the
vehicle verify that there is no fuel inside
the fuel filler neck.
Since fuel expands under the heat of the
sun and due to the effects of sun
radiation, never fill the tank to the brim.
Sc rew th e pl ug up careful ly a fter
refuelling. Avoid any contact of the fuel
with the skin and the inhalation of
vapours; do not swallow fuel or pour it
from a receptacle into another by means
of a tube.
DO NOT DISPOSE OF FUEL IN THE
ENVIRONMENT.
KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
Use only premium-grade unleaded fuel
with a minimum octane rating of 95 (RON)
and 85 (MON).
To refuel, proceed as follows:
u Raise the flap (1).
u Insert the key (2) into the tank plug lock
(3).
u Turn the key clockwise, pull and open
the fuel flap.
F U E L T A N K C A P A C I T Y ( r e s e r v e
b
included): 17.5
b
FUEL RESERVE: 4.5 ± 1
CAUTION
Do not add any additives or other
substances to the fuel.
If you use a funnel or other similar
items, make sure that they are perfectly
clean.
WARNING
Do not fill the tank completely; the
maximum fuel level must remain below
the lower edge of the filler neck (see
figure).
u Refuel.
After refuelling:
NOTE
The plug can only be closed
when the key (2) is inserted.
u Once key (2) is inserted and turned
clockwise, press and close the plug.
WARNING
Make sure that the cap is properly
closed.
u Release the key (2) and take it out.
u Close the flap (1).
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