User manual BENELLI M1014 COMBAT SHOTGUN US MARINE CORPS TECHNICAL MANUAL

[. . . ] We remain you, however, that TORNADO NAKED TRE 1130 is a higt performance vehicle thet needs tobe ride with attention and skill. You better refrain from driving the vehicle out of bounds, if you are not sure of tour ability in managing it; however, when you ride on public street or open to the public, you have to scrupulously observe the Highway Code. Always remember to use a homologated helmet, of your size, and always correctly laced up. We recommend you, besides, always to wear an appropriate protective wear. 7 GENERAL INFORMATION 1. 1 · SYMBOLS In order to make more simple and readibly the most important information, we have used the following symbols: Danger ­ Warns you that there is a serious instrinsic danger that could cause personal injuries and deadly accidents in case you don't follow the supplied directions. [. . . ] After refuelling, press down the tank cap while rotating the key clockwise to facilitate the locking. Then release the key and remove it. 42 OPERATION 4 · OPERATION WARNING Petrol and its fumes are highly toxic and flammable. When refuelling, switch off the engine, avoid smoking, and keep away from flames, sparks and heat sources. Perform refuelling in the open air or in a well ventilated area. Overfilling the tank may cause the fuel to overflow as a result of the expansion due to the heat from the engine or to exposure to sunlight. The level of the fuel in the tank must never be higher than the base of the filler. Verify that the tank filler cap is correctly closed before using the motorcycle. Only use unleaded fuel with a R. O. N. Immediately wipe the overflown fuel with a clean cloth, to avoid damage to the painted or plastic surfaces. 43 OPERATION 4 · OPERATION 4. 10 Starting the engine As you turn the ignition switch to the ON position, the instruments and the warning lights will go through the self-diagnostic cycle; during this phase, make sure that all the warning lights on the dashboard come on. One of the following conditions must be verified, in order thatthe ignition switch system allows engine starting: The gears are in neutral. The gears are engaged, the clutch lever is pulled and the side stand is up. Press the start button without turning the throttle twist grip. The rear shock absorber contains highly compressed gas. Do not try to open or disassemble it in any way When you estimate the rear suspension settings, never push or pull in any wayon the exhaust muffler and on the tail. They would be certainly damaged. Check the rear suspension settings in the position indicated by the arrow. NOTE: At the moment of delivery of the motorcycle, the rear suspension is adjusted in the standard configuration, with damper spring length of 140 mm (5. 55 in) [14 mm (0. 55 in) of preload]. OK NO 54 ADJUSTMENT 5 · ADJUSTMENT 5. 5. 1 Adjusting rear suspension spring preload Adjust the spring preload by means of the two ring nuts(AandB) shown in the figure. Unloose the ring nut (A)and adjust the preload using the ring nut (B). Turn clockwise for a stiffer preload. Turn anticlockwise for a softer preload. Once the adjustment is over, tighten the ring nut (A). 5. 5. 2 Adjusting rear suspension rebound damper hydraulic device Adjusting of the rebound damper hydraulic device is madein jerks. Turn the rule (C) clockwise to increase thebraking action, or turn anticlockwise to decrease it. 5. 5. 3 Adjusting device hydraulic braking the rear suspension compression. The setting of the hydraulic braking compression is done in increments. Turn control clockwise (D) to increase the braking action, or turn it counterclockwise to decrease. 5. 5. 1 5. 5. 2 5. 5. 3 55 ADJUSTMENT 5 · ADJUSTMENT 5. 5. 1. 1 Adjusting front suspension spring preload Adjusting of the spring preload is performed by countingthe rule turns (A), either clockwise and anticlockwise. Turn clockwise for stiffer preload adjustment. Turn anticlockwise for softer preload adjustment. WARNING It is essential that the adjusters of bothfork rods are adjusted to the same position. [. . . ] Carefully apply the brakes a few times so as to dry the brake pads and discs. 87 MAINTENANCE 6 · MAINTENANCE 6. 14 Prolonged inactivity If the motorcycle is not to be used for a long period, contact a Benelli Q. J. authorized service center to have the following operations carried out: - Empty the fuel tank. - Remove the battery and store it in a suitable place. - Remove the spark plug caps and the spark plugs. [. . . ]