STORAGE 161
18.1Storage
Warning
Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
– 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.
Info
If you want to store the vehicle for a longer period, take the following actions.
Before storing the vehicle, check all parts for function and wear. If service, repairs, or replacements are necessary, these should be
done during the storage period (less workshop overload). In this way, you can avoid long workshop waiting times at the start of the
new season.
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– Clean the vehicle. ( p. 158)
–
Change the engine oil and oil filter, clean the oil screen. x ( p. 151)
– Check the antifreeze and coolant level. ( p. 137)
– Drain the fuel from the tank into a suitable container.
–
Drain the carburetor float chamber. x ( p. 146)
– Check the tire air pressure. ( p. 128)
– Remove the battery. ( p. 129)
–
Recharge the battery. x ( p. 130)
Guideline
Storage temperature of battery without
direct sunlight
0… 35 °C (32… 95 °F)
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