Transport; Refueling - KTM 50 SX 2012 Owner's Manual

8 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
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Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface.
Note
Fire hazard Some vehicle components become very hot when the vehicle is operated.
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Do not park the vehicle near flammable or explosive substances. Do not place objects on the vehicle while it is still warm from
being run. Always let the vehicle cool first.
Note
Material damage Damage and destruction of components due to excessive load.
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The plug-in stand is designed for the weight of the motorcycle only. You or your child should not sit on the motorcycle when it is
standing on the plug-in stand. The plug-in stand and/or the frame could be damaged and the motorcycle could fall over.
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Brake the motorcycle.
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Press and hold the kill switch
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Turn the knurled screw on the fuel tap all the way clockwise.
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Park the motorcycle on firm ground.
8.7

Transport

Note
Danger of damage The parked vehicle may roll away or fall over.
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Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface.
Note
Fire hazard Some vehicle components become very hot when the vehicle is operated.
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Do not park the vehicle near flammable or explosive substances. Do not place objects on the vehicle while it is still warm from
being run. Always let the vehicle cool first.
8.8

Refueling

Danger
Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable.
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Never refuel the vehicle near open flames or burning cigarettes, and always switch off the engine first. Be careful that no
fuel is spilt, especially on hot vehicle components. Clean up spilt fuel immediately.
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Fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if the tank is overfilled. See the notes on refueling.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Avoid contact of the fuel with skin, eyes and clothing. Do not inhale fuel vapors. If fuel gets into your eyes, rinse imme-
diately with water and contact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If fuel is swallowed,
contact a doctor immediately. Change clothing that has come into contact with fuel.
Warning
Environmental hazard Improper handling of fuel is a danger to the environment.
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Do not allow fuel to get into the ground water, the ground, or the sewage system.
while the engine is idling until the engine stops.
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Switch off the engine.
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Use tension belts or other suitable devices to secure the motorcycle against acci-
dents or falling over.
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Switch off the engine.
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Open the filler cap. ( p. 12)
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