KTM 990 SupermotoR, Owner'S Manual

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CONTROLS
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Combination instrument - coolant temperature indicator
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The temperature display consists of 12 bars. The more bars that light up, the hotter the
coolant. When the upper bar lights up, all bars in the display begin to flash and the temper-
ature warning lamp lights up.
Possible states
• Engine cold
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Up to five bars light up.
• The engine is warm
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Six to eleven bars light up.
• Engine hot
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All twelve bars flash.
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Opening the filler cap
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 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.