Fantic Caballero 500 - Owner's Manual > Used engine and gearbox oil

Used engine and gearbox oil is harmful to health, whether it is inhaled or swallowed. It is also irritating and can cause serious consequences if it comes into contact with the skin.

Spreading and dispersion into the environment is prohibited.

If swallowed, do not induce vomiting, but go urgently to a first aid centre, indicating the cause and how theaccident occurred.

In case of contact with the skin, immediately wash the affected part with soap and water, repeating theoperation until the affected part is free from residues.

In case of contact with eyes and ears, immediately rinse the affected parts with plenty of water and urgently goto a first aid center, indicating the cause and how the accident occurred.

In case of contact with clothing, undress and wash thoroughly with soap and water. Change the dirty clothswhich must be specifically washes as soon as possible.

Always use gloves suitable to protect your hands during the maintenance operations.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Used engine and gearbox oil must be collected in a sealed container, and delivered to the nearest service stationor at a waste oil collection centre where you will find personnel authorized to dispose of it.

BRAKE FLUID

Brake fluid may damage painted, plastic or rubber surfaces. Protect these components with a clean rag when performing certain operations.

Always wear protective glasses and in case of accidental contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of clean, fresh water and consult a doctor immediately. Keep out of the reach of children.

ELECTROLYTE AND HYDROGEN GAS FROM THE BATTERY

The electrolyte of the battery is toxic and caustic. In contact with skin it can cause burns, as it contains sulphuric acid. Wear gloves and protective clothing.

If the electrolyte liquid comes into contact with the skin, wash it thoroughly with fresh water.

Protect your eyes, as battery fluid can cause blindness. If it comes into contact with the eyes, wash thoroughly with water for fifteen minutes and promptly contact an eye specialist.

The battery emits explosive gases, it is advisable to keep away flames, sparks and any other source of heat.

Provide adequate ventilation when servicing or recharging the battery.

Keep out of the reach of children.

The battery fluid is corrosive. Do not pour it or spread it, especially on plastic parts.

Provide for regular disposal.

KICKSTAND

Before leaving make sure that the kickstand is fully up. Do not load your weight or the passenger's weight on the side kickstand.

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL WARNINGS

Unless otherwise specified in this manual, do not disassemble any mechanical or electrical components.

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