KTM 990 - Manual (Page 29)

DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS
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Starting the engine
1 Switch on emergency OFF switch [1].
2 Switch on ignition (turn ignition key [2] into position ).
NOTE: You will hear the operation of the fuel pump for approx. 2 seconds after switch-
ing on the ignition. The FI indicator lamp will also light up during this time and the
engine should not be started.
3 NOTE FOR MODELS WITH ABS:
The ABS warning lamp [5] must light up when the ignition is switched on.
4 Switch transmission to idle (green indicator lamp N [3] lights up).
5 Do not accelerate; operate starter button [6].
NOTE: If you accelerate during the starting process you will hear a loud, metallic
sound caused by the torque limiter. The torque limiter protects the
components in the starter drive from being damaged.
6 The oil pressure warning lamp [4] should go out as soon as the engine is running.
7 Take the motorcycle off of the main stand or side stand.
– Do not start the engine and allow it to idle in a closed room. Exhaust fumes are poison-
ous and can cause loss of consciousness and death. Always provide adequate ventila-
tion while the engine is running.
– Never operate the motorcycle with a run-down battery or without the battery. This can
damage the electronic components or safety equipment in either caseand the motorcy-
cle will no longer be roadworthy.
– If you accelerate while starting, the engine management will not inject any fuel and the
engine will not start. Do not accelerate while starting!
– If the oil pressure warning lamp does not go out as soon as the engine is running, imme-
diately switch off the engine. If the engine is not switched off, engine damage will occur
within a short period of time. Check the engine oil level or contact a ktm workshop.
– Maximum period for continuous starting: 5 seconds. Wait at least 5 seconds before try-
ing again.
– Don’t ride your motorcycle with full load and don’t rev engine when cold. Because the
piston is warming up faster than the water cooled cylinder, it can cause engine damage.
Always let the engine warm up before and refrain from driving with full load until the
engine is warm.
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