KTM 2014 1190 Adventure, Owner'S Manual

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10 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
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10.2 Starting
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhaling them may result in unconsciousness and/or death.
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When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient ventilation, and do not start or run the engine in an enclosed
space without an effective exhaust extraction system.
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.
Note
Engine failure High engine speeds in cold engines have a negative effect on the service life of the engine.
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Always warm up the engine at low engine speeds.
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Press the emergency OFF switch to the position ON .
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Switch on the ignition by turning the black ignition key to the position ON .
After you switch on the ignition, you can hear the fuel pump working for about two
seconds. The function check of the combination instrument is run at the same
time.
The ABS lamp lights up and goes back out after starting off.
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Shift the transmission to idle .
The green idling speed indicator lamp lights up.