KTM 1290 Super Adventure, Owner'S Manual

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16 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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16.3 Removing the battery
Warning
Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious chemical burns.
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Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
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Wear suitable protective clothing and goggles.
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Avoid contact with battery acid and battery gases.
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Keep sparks and open flames away from the battery. Only charge in well-ventilated rooms.
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In the event of skin contact, rinse with large amounts of water. If battery acid gets in the eyes, rinse with water for at least 15
minutes and contact a physician.
Caution
Danger of accidents
If the vehicle is operated with a discharged battery or without a battery, electronic components and safety
equipment may be damaged.
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Never operate the vehicle with a discharged battery or without a battery.
Preparatory work
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Switch off all power consumers and switch off the engine.
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Remove the passenger seat. ( p. 114)
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Remove the front rider's seat. ( p. 116)