KTM 690 SMC 2008, Repair Manual

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MOTORCYCLE
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4.7
Starting
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are poisonous 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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Turn the emergency OFF switch to the position .
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Switch on the ignition by turning the ignition key in the position (690 SMC EU,
690 SMC AUS/UK) (690 SMC USA).
After you switch on the ignition, you can hear the fuel pump working for about
2 seconds. At the same time, the function test of the combination instrument
is run.
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Shift gear to neutral.
The green idling speed indicator lamp N lights up.
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Press the electric starter button .
Info
Do not press the electric starter button until the function test of the combi-
nation instrument is finished.
When starting,
DO NOT open the throttle. If you open the throttle during the
starting procedure, fuel is not injected by the engine management system
and the engine cannot start.
Press the starter for a maximum of 5 seconds. Wait for at least 5 seconds
before trying again.
This motorcycle is equipped with a safety start system. You can only start
the engine if the gearbox is in neutral or if the clutch is pulled when a
gear is engaged. If the side stand is folded out and you shift into gear and
release the clutch, the engine stops.
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Take the weight off the side stand and swing it back up with your foot as far as it
will go.
4.8
Starting the motorcycle to make checks
Danger
Danger of poisoning
Exhaust gases are poisonous and inhaling them may result in unconsciousness and/or death.
–
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.
Info
Press the starter for a maximum of 5 seconds. Wait for a least 5 seconds before trying again.
B00103-10
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Turn the emergency OFF switch to the position .
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Shift gear to neutral.
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Switch on the ignition.
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Press the electric starter button .
Info
Do not open the throttle.