KTM 990 Adventure R USA 2010, Owner'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE WORK ON FRAME AND ENGINE
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Warning
Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Avoid contact between fuel and 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. Store fuel in a suitable canister according to regulations
and keep it out of the reach of children.
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Clean the fuel hose connection and check the O-ring for damage.
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Position the fuel tank at about the same height as when mounted to connect the hoses
and plug-in connectors.
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Attach fuel hose

to the fuel tap and push the hose clamp forward.
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Connect the fuel hose connection

.
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Attach hose

to the connector.
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Connect the plug-in connector of fuel pump

and fuel level indicator

.
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Raise the fuel tank slightly and attach it to the upper holder.
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Mount and tighten screws

.
Guideline
Screw, fuel tank M8 15 Nm
(11.1 lbf ft)
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Install the storage compartment. x ( p. 146)
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Install the front side cover. ( p. 134)
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Turn the knurled screws on both fuel taps counterclockwise as far as possible.
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Check the fuel system for leaks.