Malaguti Drakon 50, Manual

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTION
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FUEL
The tap of the fuel tank is of the pressure type; it
therefore calls for no manual interevention.
Do not overfill the fuel tank. Avoid spilling fuel on the
engine when it is hot. Never fill the tank above the bottom
of the filler tube - T - otherwise it may overflow when the
fuel warms up and expands.
Immediately wipe off spilled fuel with a soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted surfaces or plastic parts
Recommended fuel :
Regular unleaded gasoline (petrol) with a RESEARCH octane
of 95.
Fuel tank capacity:
Total amount: 10 L
Reserve: 1.8 L
If knocking occurs, use fuel of a different brand or with
a higher octane number.
The exhaust system is hot during and immediately after
operation. Make sure that the exhaust system has cooled
down before adjusting or lubricating the vehicle.
The following precautions must be observed to prevent
a fire hazard or other damages:
•
Use only unleaded petrol. The use of leaded petrol will
cause unreparable damage to the catalytic converter.
•
Never park the vehicle near possible fire hazards, such
as grass or other materials that easily ignite.
•
Do not allow the engine to idle too long (max. 20 minu-
tes).
•
Fuel is inflammable, avoid approaching the fuel tank
filler hole with lit cigarettes, naked flames or the like.
This applies also to fuel filling operations.
FIRE HAZARD