Safetylnstructions; Jackingandlifting; Precautionsagainstdamage; Coolant - Triumph Speed Triple Service Manual

General Information
Never use mineral based grease in any part of the
braking system or in any area where contact with
the braking system is possible. Mineral based
grease will damage the hydraulic seals in the
calipers and master cylinders.
Damage caused by contact with mineral based
grease may reduce braking efficiency resulting in an
accident.
Safety Instructions
Jacking and lifting
Always ensure that any lifting apparatus has
adequate load and safety capacity for the weight to
be lifted. Ensure the motorcycle is well supported to
prevent any possibility of the machine falling prior
during lifting or jacking or while repairs and servicing
are carried out.
Never rely on a single means of support when
workin'g with the motorcycle. Use additional safety
supports and straps to prevent toppling.
Do not leave tools, lifting equipment, spilt oil, etc. in
a place where they could become a hazard to
health. Always work in a clean, tidy area and put all
tools away when the work is finished.
Precautions against damage
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Avoid spilling brake fluid or battery acid on any part of
the bodywork. Wash spillages off with water
immediately.
Disconnect the battery earth lead before starting
work, see ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS.
Always use the recommended service tool where
specified.
Protect exposed bearing and sealing surfaces, and
screw threads from damage.
Coolant
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Coolant mixture, which is blended with anti-freeze
and corrosion inhibitors contains toxic chemicals
which are harmful to the human body. Never
swallow anti-freeze, corrosion inhibitors or any of the
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motorcycle coolant.
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is
hot. When the engine is hot, the coolant inside the
radiator is hot and also under pressure. Contact
with the pressurised coolant will cause scalds and
skin damage.
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Caution
The coolant anti-freeze contains a corrosion
inhibitor which helps prevent damage to the metal
surfaces inside the cooling system. Without this
inhibitor, the coolant would 'attack' the metals and
the resulting corrosion would cause blockages in the
cooling system leading to engine overheating and
damage. Always use the correct anti-freeze as
specified in the Owner's Handbook. Never use a
methanol based anti-freeze as this does not contain
the required corrosion inhibition properties.
(see specification for anti-freeze) in the cooling
system.
If hard water is used in the system, it causes scale
accumulation in the water passages, and
considerably reduces the efficiency of the cooling
system. Reduced cooling system efficiency may
lead to the engine overheating and engine damage.
Service Manual
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Speed Triple