Cooling System - GAS GAS EC FSE 400 - 2003 Service Manual

- Recommended charging time = 5 - 8 hours.
- The product of (charging power) x (charging time) has to stay
within the range:0,5 - 0,8 Cn.
NOTE
In case charging modes different than the established ones are
used, by no means, may the maximum allowed power or the
charging time of 24 hours be surpassed.
CAUTION
Exceeding charge standards may reduce the life cycle of the battery.
Never surpass charge standards.
CAUTION
Inverting the polarity of the battery terminals may cause battery
charge problems and cause damage to it.
The red terminal is the positive (+) and the black terminal is the
negative (-).

COOLING SYSTEM

Radiator Hoses
Check the radiator hoses for cracks or deterioration, and connections
for looseness in acordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart.
Radiator
Check the radiator fins for obstruction by insects or mud. Clean off
any obstructions with a stream of lowpressure water.
Using high-pressure water, as from a car wash facility, could damage
the radiator fins and impair the radiator´s effectiveness.
Do not obstruct or deflect airflow through the radiator by installing
unauthorized accessories in front of the radiator.
Interference with the radiator airflow can lead to overheating and
consequent engine damage.
Coolant
Coolant absorbs excessive heat from the engine and transfers it to
the air at the radiator. If the coolant level becomes low, the engine
overheats and may suffer severe damage. Check the coolant level
each day before riding the motorcycle. Replenish coolant if the level
is low.
To avoid burns, do not remove the radiator cap or try to change the
coolant when the engine is still hot. Wait until it cools down.
Coolant information
To protect the cooling system aluminum parts (engine and radiator)
from rust and corrosion, the use for corrosion and rust inhibitor
chemicals in the coolant is essential. If coolant containing corrosion
and rust inhibitor chemicals is not used, over a period of time, the
cooling system accumulates rust and scale in the water jacket and
radiator. This will clog coolant passages, and reduce the efficiency
of the cooling system.
18
EC FSE 2003 - -
CAUTION
WARNING