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WARNING
Fuel is flammable and toxic and must be handled with great care. Never work on
the fuel system near heat sources or open flames. Always allow the engine to cool
down before working on the fuel system. Wipe off any excess fuel with a rag.
Materials soaked in fuel are also flammable. In case of ingestion or contact with
sensitive parts of the body immediately seek medical attention. Fuel is to be dis-
posed of as prescribed by law.
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DRAINING THE CARBURETTOR FLOAT
CHAMBER
The carburettor float chamber can be
drained by following the procedure de-
scribed below while the engine is cold.
Close the fuel cock and place tube 4 in a
container to gather the fuel that flows out.
Open drain screw 5 and drain the fuel.
Close the drain screw, open the fuel cock
and check the seal of the system.
COOLANT
The level of the coolant must be checked
when the engine is cold. Use the follow-
ing procedure:
•Unscrew cap A and visually check the
level of the liquid. When the engine is
cold, the radiator fins should be immersed
in the liquid for about 10 mm.
•Top up if the coolant does not cover the
radiator fins (see chart on page 105).
The capacity of the circuit is shown in the
table on page 95.
WARNING
To avoid scalds, never unscrew the radia-
tor filler cap when the engine is hot.
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