5 MOUNTING FOR ADDITIONAL FUEL TANK
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Assembly
Danger
Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable.
The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if overfilled.
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Do not refuel the vehicle in the vicinity of open flames or lit cigarettes.
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Switch off the engine for refueling.
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Make sure that no fuel is spilled; particularly not on hot parts of the vehicle.
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If any fuel is spilled, wipe it off immediately.
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Observe the specifications for refueling.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Avoid skin, eye and clothing contact with fuel.
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Immediately consult a doctor if you swallow fuel.
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Do not inhale fuel vapors.
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Rinse the affected area immediately with plenty of water in the event of contact with the skin.
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Rinse the eyes thoroughly with water, and consult a doctor in case of fuel contact with the eyes.
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Change your clothing if fuel spills on them.
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Keep fuels correctly in a suitable canister, and out of the reach of children.
Warning
Danger of burns The exhaust system gets very hot when the vehicle is driven.
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Allow the exhaust system to cool down before performing any work on the vehicle.
Note
Environmental hazard Improper handling of fuel is a danger to the environment.
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Do not allow fuel to enter the groundwater, the soil, or the sewage system.
Preliminary work
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Switch off the ignition by turning the ignition key to the OFF
position.
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Take off the seat (see Owner's Manual).
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Disconnect the 12-V battery (see repair manual).
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Take off the side cover (see Owner's Manual).
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Remove the air filter box (see repair manual).
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Remove the rear fairing (see repair manual).
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Remove the rear left side cover (see repair manual).
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Remove the rear right side cover (see repair manual).
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Remove the headlight mask with headlight (see Owner's
Manual).
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Drain the fuel from the fuel tank into a suitable container.