Emptying The Carburetor Float Chamber; Checking The Clutch Setting - KTM 50 SX 2012 Owner's Manual

15 TUNING THE ENGINE
15.8

Emptying the carburetor float chamber

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 between fuel and skin, eyes and clothing. Do not inhale fuel vapors. If fuel gets into your eyes, rinse immedi-
ately with water and contact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If fuel is swallowed, con-
tact a doctor immediately. Change clothing that has come into contact with fuel. Store fuel in a suitable canister according
to regulations and keep it out of the reach of children.
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.
Info
Carry out this work with a cold engine.
Water in the float chamber results in malfunctioning.
15.9

Checking the clutch setting

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Preparatory work
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Turn the knurled screw on the fuel tap all the way clockwise.
No more fuel flows from the tank to the carburetor.
Main work
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Place a cloth beneath the carburetor to soak up emerging fuel.
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Remove plug
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Completely drain the fuel.
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Mount and tighten the plug.
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Connect special tool
Tachometer (45129075000)
C00057-10
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Let the front wheel of the vehicle make contact with a fixed object.
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhaling them may result
in unconsciousness and/or death.
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Start the motorcycle.
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Only ride full throttle to the point where the maximum engine speed is reached.
Guideline
≤ 3 s
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When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient ventila-
tion, and do not start or run the engine in an enclosed space without an
effective exhaust extraction system.
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