Serpento DEFENDER Manual De Usuario Y Mantenimiento página 68

Instructions for Storage
For the motorcycle not to be used for a long period of time,for example,in wintertime, some steps should be taken to prevent malfunction of and
damage to its components whih might be caused by long storage. BeSides, before the long storage, proper maintenance has to be carried out
for fear that it might be forgotten when the vehicle is put back into use after storage_
1. Change engine oil and oil filter.
2. Drain off fuel from the fuel tank and carburetor, spray atomized anti-rust oil onto the inside wall of the tank and then close the tank.
Attention:
If the storage will last for more than one month, fuel in the carburetor must be fully drained off, which is very important because it will help ensure
that the carburetor maintains its monnal performance after the storage.
Warning:
Gasoline is inflammable and may cause fire and even explosion under certain conditions. Therefore, do not smoke, make fire or have any fire
left behind on draining off fuel.
3. Take out the spark plug, plur about 15-20m1 of clean engine oil into the cylinder, step down the kick lever repetitively for several times so as
to have machine oil distributed all over the engine and finally fit the spark plug back on.
Attention:
The ignition switch must be set to " Cg) " (off) Position stepping down the kick lever. To protect the ignition system from damage, the spark
plug should be inserted in its cap and earthed.
4. Wash the vehicle clean, wipe it dry and apply an even coat of wax to the painted surface and a coat of antirust oil the chrome-plated surface.
4. Inflate the tyre as required and pad the vehicle up by wooden blocks with the two wheels clear of the ground.
6 . Put the vehicle in a shady and cool place free from humidity and direct sunshine and cover r properly (but not with plastic or other painted
materials). If there is a garage, store it therein.
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