Karma REVERO 2017, Owner'S Manual

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TIRE REPAIR KIT
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Under no circumstances
should speeds of 55 mph (90 km/h)
be exceeded while driving with a repaired
tIre.
WARNING: Never drive with a
deflated tire, vehicle handling and
braking will be compromised.
WARNING: Always read the
directions and warnings on the tire
sealant before starting a repair. Follow the
directions on the canister exactly and pay
attention to the following precautions.
WARNING: Always keep the tire
sealant out of the reach of children.
WARNING: The tire sealant contains
components which are harmful if
consumed or inhaled:
•
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting.
Seek medical assistance immediately.
•
If inhaled, breathe fresh air. If breathing
is affected, seek medical assistance
immediately.
•
If the sealant comes into contact with
the eyes, immediately flush the eyes
with water. If irritation persists, seek
medical assistance.
•
Do not breathe gas, fumes, vapor or
spray that may be emitted from the tire
sealant. Inhalation can cause
drowsiness and dizziness.
WARNING: Store the tire sealant in
its correct location in the trunk.
Temperatures in other locations may
exceed safe storage conditions.
USING THE TIRE REPAIR KIT
CAUTION: If possible, stop in a safe
place away from traffic. Always ask
passengers to wait in a safe area away
from traffic. Switch on the hazard warning
flashers to alert other road users, then
follow these steps.
1.
If possible, position the wheel with
puncture at the bottom.
2.
Release the clear plastic hose from
around the base of the tire compressor
taking care to ensure the sealant
canister remains in place.
3.
Detach the 12V power supply connector
and plug into one of the vehicle’s
accessory power supply sockets.
4.
Thread the end of the hose onto the tire
valve.