KTM 690 DUKE R EU, Owner'S Manual

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14 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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14.1 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.
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. 70)
M00669-10
Main work
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Disconnect negative cable
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from the battery.