Benelli Imperiale 400 - Owner's Manual > Right handle

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1. ENGINE STOP SWITCH

When the switch is on "" position and the power is on, the engine runs.

When the switch is on "" position and the power is off, the engine will not run.

Note:

Under normal conditions, this switch shall be on "Operate" () position. Use this switch under emergency situation, for example accident or key switch problems.

2. HAZARD SWITCH

Turn to and the four direction signal lamps would flash to warn for emergency situation; turn to "●" for daytime driving.

3. ELECTRIC STARTER BUTTON

Pull the clutch lever or put in Neutral gear and press the button to run the electric motor and start the engine.

4. LIGHT SWITCH

Turn switch to position of "" to light up the front lamp; Turn to "" to light up meter lamp, city light and tail lamp; turn to "●" for daytime driving.

FUEL TANK

The capacity of fuel tank (including reserve) is about 12 L.

To open fuel tank cap, please insert the key and turn it clockwise and open the cover. To close the fuel tank, please recap and then press it. Take away the key when you hear the sound of locking.

Avoid filling the tank in the rain or where heavy dust is blowing so that the fuel does not get contaminated.

FUEL TANK

Use fuel identified by either of the above symbols

  1. Gasoline containing up to 5% ethanol by volume.
  2. Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume.

Alarm:

Gasoline is extremely flammable and can be explosive under certain conditions, creating the potential for serious burns. Turn the ignition switch off. Do not smoke. Make sure the area is well ventilated and free from any source of flame or sparks; this includes any appliance with a pilot light. Never fill the tank completely to the top.

If the tank is filled completely to the top, heat may cause the fuel to expand and overflow through the vents in the tank cap.

After refueling, make sure the tank cap is closed securely. If gasoline is spilled on the fuel tank, wipe it off immediately.

Note:

Never fill the tank so the fuel level rises into the filler neck. If the tank is overfilled, heat may cause the fuel to expand and flow into the Evaporative Emission Control System resulting in hard starting, engine hesitation and non-compliance with the emission regulation.

See also:

 Benelli Imperiale 400 - Owner's Manual > Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) for models equipped with ABS

ABS is designed to help prevent the wheels from locking up when the brakes are applied hard while running straight. The ABS automatically regulates brake force Intermittently, gaining gripping force and braking force helps prevent wheel lock-up and allows stable steering control while stopping. Brake control function is identical to that of a conventional vehicle. The brake lever is used for the front brake and the brake pedal for the rear brake.

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