APRILIA SR 50 - 2003, Manual

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26 use and maintenance SR 50
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FUEL
WARNING
The fuel used for internal combustion
engines is extremely inflammable and in
particular conditions it can become
explosive.
It is important to carry out the refuelling
and the maintenance operations in a well-
ventilated area, with the engine off.
Do not smoke while refuelling or near fuel
vapours, in any case avoid any contact
with naked flames, sparks and any other
heat source to prevent the fuel from
catching fire or from exploding.
Further, prevent fuel from flowing out of
the fuel filler, as it could catch fire when
getting in contact with the red-hot surfaces
of the engine.
In case some fuel has accidentally been
spilt, make sure that the area is completely
dry before starting the vehicle.
Since fuel expands under the heat of the
sun and due to the effects of sun radiation,
never fill the tank to the brim. Screw the cap carefully after refuelling. Avoid
any contact of the fuel with the skin and the
inhalation of vapours; do not swallow fuel or
pour it from a receptacle into another by means
of a tube.
DO NOT DISPOSE OF FUEL IN THE
ENVIRONMENT.
KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
Use only unleaded fuel, in conformity with the
DIN 51607 standard, min. O.N. 95 (N.O.R.M.)
and 85 (N.O.M.M.).
To refuel, proceed as follows:
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Lift the saddle, see p. 24 (UNLOCKING /
LOCKING THE SADDLE).
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Unscrew and remove the filler cap (1).
FUEL TANK CAPACITY
(reserve included): 8
l
TANK RESERVE: 2
l
Do not put additives or other substances
into the fuel.
If a funnel or other system is used, make
sure that it is perfectly clean.
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Carry out refuelling.
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Refit the cap (1).
CAUTION
Make sure that the plug is well tightened.