APRILIA PEGASO 650 IE - 2003, Manual

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use and maintenance Pegaso 650 I.E.
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CAUTION
Do not use the vehicle if the coolant is
below the minimum prescribed level
“MIN”.
NOTE
Carry out the maintenance oper-
ations halving the intervals indicated, if the
vehicle is used in rainy or dusty areas or on
uneven surfaces.
Before departure, check the coolant level,
see p. 35 (CHECKING AND TOPPING
UP); have the coolant changed every two
years: for this operation, contact an
aprilia
Official Dealer.
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WARNING
The coolant is noxious: do not swallow
it; if the coolant gets in contact with the
skin or the eyes, it can cause serious ir-
ritations.
If the fluid gets in contact with your skin
or eyes, rinse with plenty of water and
consult a doctor. If it is swallowed, in-
duce vomit, rinse mouth and throat with
plenty of water and consult a doctor
without delay.
KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
DO NOT DISPOSE OF THE FLUID IN
THE ENVIRONMENT.
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WARNING
Be careful not to spill the coolant on the
red-hot parts of the engine: it may catch
fire and send out invisible flames.
In case any maintenance operation
should be required, it is advisable to
use latex gloves.
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CAUTION
Have the pads changed by your
APRILIA
Official Dealer.
The coolant is composed of 50% water and
50% antifreeze.
This mixture is ideal for most running tem-
peratures and ensures good protection
against corrosion.
It is advisable to keep the same mixture
also in the hot season, since in this way
losses due to evaporation are reduced and
it is not necessary to top up very frequent-
ly.
The mineral salt deposits left in the radiator
by evaporated water are thus reduced and
the efficiency of the cooling system re-
mains unchanged.
If the outdoor temperature is below 0°,
check the cooling circuit frequently and if
necessary increase the antifreeze concen-
tration (up to maximum 60%).
For the cooling solution use distilled water,
in order not to damage the engine.
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WARNING
Do not remove the expansion tank plug
(1) when the engine is hot, since the
coolant is under pressure and its tem-
perature is high.
If it gets in contact with the skin or with
clothes it may cause severe burns
and/or damage.