KTM 990 Adventure R USA 2010, Owner'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE WORK ON FRAME AND ENGINE
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Recharging the battery
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Warning
Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious cauterization.
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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 the battery away from sparks or open fire. Charge only 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 doctor.
Warning
Environmental hazard Battery parts and acid are harmful to the environment.
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Do not discard batteries with the household trash. Dispose of a defective battery in an environmentally compatible manner.
Give the battery to your KTM dealer or to a recycling center that accepts used batteries.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.