KTM 85SX - Manual (Page 8)

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OPERATION INSTRUMENTS
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Filler cap
To open it: turn filler cap counter-clockwise.
To close it: put filler cap back on and tighten it by turning it clockwise.
Install tank breather hose [2] without kinks.
Fuel tap
OFF In this position the fuel tap is closed. No fuel can flow to the
carburetor.
ON When the motorcycle is running the grip is must be in the ON
position to enable fuel to flow to the carburetor. The tank will
drain completely in this position.
Choke
The choke button [3] is located on the left side of the carburetor. Pulling the
choke button [3] all the way out opens a bore in the carburetor through which
the engine can take in additional fuel, thus achieving the "rich" fuel air
mixture needed for cold starting.
Pushing the choke button back in closes the bore in the carburetor.
Shift lever
The shift lever is mounted on the left side of the engine. The position of the
gears is shown in the illustration. Neutral, or the idle speed, is located between
first and second gear.
OFF ON
Short circuit button
The short circuit button [1] turns off the engine. When pressing this button,
the ignition circuit is short-circuited.
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