KTM 450 SX ATV, Owner'S Manual

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RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
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Stop the vehicle and park it on a surface that is as horizontal as possible.
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Shift gear to neutral.
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Switch off the engine. ( p. 41)
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Remove the ignition key and the clip from the emergency OFF switch.
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Pull the hand brake lever, push the locking pawl

down and release the hand brake
lever. (Figure 301776-10 p. 20)
The front wheels are blocked.
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Turn handle

of the fuel tap to the OFF position. (Figure 301779-10 p. 24)
No more fuel flows from the tank to the carburetor.
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If the vehicle must be parked on an incline, additionally secure the rear wheels against
rolling (see illustration).
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Refueling
Danger
Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable.
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Never refuel the vehicle near open flames or burning cigarettes, and always switch off the engine first. Be careful that no fuel is
spilt, especially on hot vehicle components. Clean up spilt fuel immediately.
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Fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if the tank is overfilled. See the notes on refueling.
Warning
Danger of poisoning
Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Avoid contact of the fuel with skin, eyes and clothing. Do not inhale fuel vapors. If fuel gets into your eyes, rinse immediately
with water and contact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If fuel is swallowed, contact a doc-
tor immediately. Change clothing that has come into contact with fuel.