Cannondale S440 - Manual (Page 94)

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cleaner to displace any hidden water residue.
3. Reinstall the generator cover making sure that
the cover gasket is properly installed onto the
cover and tighten the cover bolts securely.
STORAGE
When the vehicle will not be operated for an
extended period of time (e.g., winter months, 45 days
o r m o r e ) , i t i s n e c e s s a r y t o p e r f o r m c e r t a i n
procedures to guard against deterioration and to
make sure it is in perfect running condition when the
riding season begins.
NOTE :
Make any necessary repairs before storing the
vehicle. If you don’t have the opportunity to
service before storage, write down all needed
repairs on a tag and attach the tag to the
handlebar to remind you lof the service required
ater.
1. Thoroughly clean and dry the vehicle.
2. Lubricate the drive chain.
3. Change the engine and transmission oils and
clean the filters to prevent moisture and acids in
the old oil from contaminating the bearing sur-
faces during the storage period.
4. Carefully inspect the vehicle and perform all nec-
essary repairs.
5. Either drain the fuel tank completely or fill it with
fresh fuel. If you drain the fuel tank, drain it into
an approved gasoline container. If you fill the
tank, add a good quality fuel stabilizer directly to
the tank. Fuel stabilizer can be purchased at
most automotive parts or large department
stores. Make sure you follow the directions on
the product label.
6. Remove the air filter, and thoroughly clean the
area surrounding the airbox.
7. Start the engine. With the engine idling, spray
(for 10 - 20 seconds) a high-quality engine fog-
ging oil into the airbox funnel inside the airbox.
8. Shut off the engine and allow to cool.
9. Clean, re-oil, and install the air filter.
10. Drain the cooling system, and refill it with new
coolant.
11. Stuff a clean shop towel into the silencer outlet.
Next, n cover the outlet with a clean plastic bag
and hold the plastic bag in place with a rubber
band to prevent moisture from entering.
12. Remove the battery and store it in a clean, dry
areawhere it will not be exposed to direct sun-
light. Select a cool, dry place away from heat,
humidity, dust and dirt to store the vehicle.
13. Cover the vehicle.
1. Flywheel
2. Generator lead (to wiring harness)
3. Crankshaft position sensor (tip)
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