Emptying The Carburetor Float Chamber; Checking Engine Oil Level - KTM 400 EXC EU Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE

Emptying the carburetor float chamber

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Danger
Fire hazard Fuel can easily catch fire.
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Never fill up 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 specifications on filling up with fuel.
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.

Checking engine oil level

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Info
The engine oil level must be checked when the engine is cold.
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Adjust the idle speed with adjusting screw
Guideline
Choke function deactivated – The choke lever is pushed in to the stop.
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Choke function deactivated – The choke lever is pushed back to the stop.
(EXC EU, EXC SIX DAYS) (
Idle speed
Info
Following extreme air temperature or altitude changes, adjust the idle speed
again.
x
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Turn handle
No more fuel flows from the tank to the carburetor.
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Direct the hose of the float chamber into a suitable container.
Info
Water in the float chamber results in malfunctioning.
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Undo the screw
the float chamber.
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Tighten screw
500256-10
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Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
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of the fuel tap to the OFF position. (Figure 500137-10
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(turn it counterclockwise) a few turns and drain the fuel from
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1,550... 1,650 rpm
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