Environmental Protection Precautions; Brakes - Triumph Tiger Service Manual

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GENERAL INFORMATION
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION PRECAUTIONS
' " CAUTION: Do not pour oil on the ground,
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down sewers or drains, or into water
courses. To prevent pollution of water courses
etc., dispose of used oil sensibly. If in doubt
contact your local authority.
Burning of used engine oil in small space heaters or
boilers can be recommended only for units of
approved design. If in doubt check with the appropriate
local authority and/or manufacturer of the approved
appliance.
Dispose of used oil and used filters through authorised
waste disposal contractors, to licensed waste disposal
sites, or to the waste oil reclamation trade. If in doubt,
contact the Local Authority for advice on disposal
facilities.
BRAKES
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WARNING: Brake fluid is hygroscopic
which means it will absorb moisture from
the air. Any absorbed moisture will greatly reduce
the boiling point of the brake fluid causing a
reduction in braking efficiency.
Replace brake fluid in line with the routine
maintenance schedule. A dangerous riding
condition could result if this important
maintenance item is neglected!
Do not spill brake fluid onto any area of the
bodywork as this will damage any painted or
plastic surface.
Always use new brake fluid from a sealed
- container and never use fluid from an unsealed
container or from one which has been previously
opened.
Do not mix different brands of fluid. Check for fluid
leakage around brake fittings, seals and joints.
Check regularly for brake hose damage.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE ANY OF THE ABOVE
WARNINGS MAY REDUCE BRAKING EFFICIENCY
LEADING TO AN ACCIDENT.
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WARNING: If there has been an
appreciable drop in the level of the fluid in
either brake fluid
reservoir~
consult your
authorised Triumph Dealer for advice before
riding.
If the brake lever or pedal feels soft when it is
applied, or if the lever/pedal travel becomes
excessive, there may be air in the' brake lines or the
brake may be defective.
It is dangerous to operate the motorcycle under
such conditions and remedial action must be
taken by your authorised Triumph Dealer before
riding the motorcycle.
Failure to take remedial action may reduce braking
efficiency leading to an accident.
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WARNING: Use only D.O.T. 4
specification brake fluid as listed in the
general information section of this manual. The
use of brake fluids other than those D.O.T. 4 fluids
listed in the general information section may
reduce the efficiency of the braking system
leading to an accident.
Failure to change the brake fluid at the interval
specified in the routine maintenance schedule
may reduce braking efficiency resulting i,n an
accident.
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WARNING: 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.
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