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CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE
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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 fl ows 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 following
procedure:
•Unscrew cap A and visually check the
level of the liquid. When the engine is
cold, the radiator fi ns should be immersed
in the liquid for about 10 mm.
•Top up if the coolant does not cover the
radiator fi ns (see chart on page 33).
The capacity of the circuit is shown in the
table on page 24.
WARNING
To avoid scalds, never unscrew the radiator
fi ller cap when the engine is hot.
WARNING
Fuel is fl ammable and toxic and must be handled with great care. Never work on
the fuel system near heat sources or open fl ames. Always allow the engine to cool
down before working on the fuel system. Wipe off any excess fuel with a rag. Materi-
als soaked in fuel are also fl ammable. In case of ingestion or contact with sensitive
parts of the body immediately seek medical attention. Fuel is to be disposed of as
prescribed by law.
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