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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Before using this machine, check the following points:
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Front brake
• Check operation, free play, fluid level and fluid leakage.
• Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.
5-3–5-4, 8-26–8-29
Rear brake
• Check operation, condition and free play.
• Adjust if necessary.
5-3–5-4, 8-26,
8-30–8-33
Fuel
• Check fuel level.
• Fill with fuel if necessary.
5-5–5-6
Engine oil
• Check oil level.
• Fill with oil if necessary.
5-7, 8-6–8-11
Final gear oil
• Check for leakage. 5-7, 8-12–8-14
Throttle
• Check for proper throttle cable operation. 5-7, 8-25
Wheels and tires
• Check tire pressure, wear and damage.
5-9–5-12,
8-38–8-39
Fittings and fasteners
• Check all fittings and fasteners. 5-8
Lights and switches
• Check for proper operation. 5-8, 8-45–8-49
Battery
• Check fluid level.
• Fill with distilled water if necessary.
5-8, 8-40–8-43
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