Cannondale S440 - Manual (Page 24)

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WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death.
FUEL TANK CAP
Remove the fuel cap to fuel the motorcycle. You
should fill the vehicle with the specified gasoline
before each ride. See the Fluids section of this
manual.
To open: Turn the cap counter-clockwise.
To close: Reinstall the fuel cap and turn it clockwise
until it is secured.
FLUIDS
BRAKE FLUID
CAUTION :
To help prevent fluid contamination, clean the
area surrounding the both brake system
reservoirs before removing the covers.
Avoid spilling brake fluid on painted, plastic, or
rubber parts; damage will result. Place a shop
towel or rag over these parts when servicing the
brake system. Wipe up any spills immediately.
NOTE :
Position the vehicle on a level surface and level
the handlebars.
After filling fluid, check the entire system for leaks,
and test for the proper operation of the braking
1. Fuel cap
2. Breather (vent) hose
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Brake fluid: Use only DOT 4 brake fluid.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Mixing brake fluid
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Mixing fluid types and brands can damage
the brake system. Once unsealed, a con-
tainer of brake fluid can begin to absorb
moisture from the atmosphere. If used in the
brake system, the moisture will reduce brak-
ing force. A Low brake fluid can allow air to
enter the system and this will reduce braking
power.
YOU CAN BE SEVERELY INJURED OR
KILLED IN AN ACCIDENT IF YOU LOSE
YOUR BRAKES.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Don’t mix brake fluids.
Don’t use fluid from opened containers.
Have the system drained and refilled by an
authorized Cannondale Motorsports dealer if
you suspect fluids have been mixed acciden-
tally.
Check the fluid level before riding the vehi-
cle.