Transport; Draining The Fuel Tank - APRILIA SCARABEO 125 - 09 2006 Manual

TRANSPORT

WARNING
Before transporting the vehicle, it is
necessary to empty the fuel tank and the
carburettor completely, see below
(DRAINING THE FUEL TANK), making
sure that both are completely dry.
During transport, the vehicle must be
firmly secured in an upright position to
avoid fuel, oil and coolant leaks.
If stranded, do not have the vehicle
towed - contact a roadside service firm
instead.

DRAINING THE FUEL TANK

Carefully read page 19 (FUEL).
WARNING
Risk of fire.
Allow some time for the engine and
muffler to cool down completely.
Fuel vapours are noxious to human
health.
Ensure the area is well ventilated before
proceeding.
Do not inhale fuel vapours.
Do not smoke or use open flames.
DO NOT RELEASE FUEL INTO THE
ENVIRONMENT.
Position the vehicle on the centre stand.
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Stop the engine and wait until it has
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cooled down.
Prepare a container large enough to hold
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the fuel in the tank and place it on the
floor on the left side of the vehicle.
Remove the fuel filler plug.
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Drain fuel using a manual pump or
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similar system.
WARNING
After draining the tank, tighten the filler
plug.
To drain the carburettor completely,
proceed as follows:
Remove the central inspection cover,
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s e e p a g e 4 1 ( R E M O V I N G T H E
CENTRAL INSPECTION COVER).
Remove the central fairing, see page 41
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(REMOVING THE CENTRAL FAIRING)
Put the free end of the hose (1) into a
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receptacle.
Working on the front left side of the
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vehicle, open the carburettor outlet by
loosening the drain screw (2) positioned
under the float chamber.
When all the fuel has flowed out of the
carburettor:
Tighten the drain screw (2) completely.
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CAUTION
Tighten the drain screw (2) with care, to
avoid fuel leakages from the carburettor
during refuelling.
I f n e c e s s a r y , c o n t a c t a n a p r i l i a
Authorised Dealer.
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