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18.4.2 Instruction:
1. The function of convertible catalyst is to converse exhaust gas HC, CO and NO
X
after complete combustion to
harmless gas such as H
2
O, CO
2
、
and
、
N
2
before emission.
2. Convertible catalyst contains rare metal such as platinum and rhodium. Only lead-free gasoline can be used.
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Note that lead gasoline may invalidate catalyst.
• General instructions for maintaining motorcycles (exhaust pipe) with catalytic converter:
1
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For motorcycles with catalytic converter, when the engine is running or just closes down, it shall not be
touched for a while because of high temperature.
2
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Motorcycles with catalytic converter shall not be near flammable material.
3
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There is CO inside the exhaust pipe, which is harmful to health. So do not run the engine in closed space.
4
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Lead gasoline can not be used for motorcycles with catalytic converter (to prevent catalytic poisoning).
5
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Do not push the motorcycle to start the engine. If it is necessary, please wait until the temperature of the
engine and the catalytic converter lower down.
6
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Do not make gear up or flame out when descending.
7
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Do not drive the motorcycle with bad ignition
8
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Do not remove spark plug and start the engine to see whether there is spark when repairing the ignition
system of the engine. If it is necessary, it shall be finished in a short time.
