User manual BENELLI M1014 COMBAT SHOTGUN US MARINE CORPS TECHNICAL MANUAL

[. . . ] 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. Warning ­ Warns you that there is a danger that could cause personal injuries and deadly accidents in case you don't follow the supplied directions. Caution ­ Reminds you a safety practice you better follow or an unsafety activity you better avoid if you don't want to risk under go personal injuries or to damage your vehicle. Reserves the right to make any changes, whenever deemed, to its products and to this manual. [. . . ] WARNING Do not sit on the vehicle when it is parked on the sidestand, as your full weight would rest on the vehicle's only support. 40 OPERATION 4 · OPERATION 4. 7 Saddle disassembly driver Insert the key. Press the end part of the saddle and, at the same time, turn the key counterclockwise. Slightly lift the saddle from the rear, slide it backwards and remove it. Slightly lift the saddle from the rear, slide it backwards and remove it. 1 2 1 2 key supplied 41 OPERATION 4 · OPERATION 4. 9 Refuelling Lift the dust cover. Insert the key into the lock, rotate it clockwise and lift the tank cap. 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. 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. 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. 5. 5. 1. 2 Adjusting front suspension rebound damper hydraulic device Adjusting of the rebound damper hydraulic device is madein jerks. Turn the rule (B) clockwise to increase the braking action, or turn anticlockwise to decrease it. 5. 5. 3 A B + - Giri + 55a Scatti ADJUSTMENT 5 · ADJUSTMENT 5. 5. 1. 3 Adjusting front suspension compression damper hydraulic device Adjusting of the compression damper hydraulic deviceis made in jerks. Turn the rule (C) clockwise to increase the braking action, or turn anticlockwise to decrease it. NOTE:Start adjusting the preload from the "all open" position (direction - ). The compression and rebound adjusting starts rom the "all close" position (direction +). c FRONT SUSPENSION Spring preload Rebound damper Compression damper CLICKS Standard 7 turns 3 turns 2 turns Sport 7 turns 1 turn 1/2 turn + - FRONT SUSPENSION Spring preload Rebound damper Compression damper 55b ADJUSTMENT 5 · ADJUSTMENT Rear suspension Spring length Rebound damper Spring Preloading Standard con guration 140 mm (5. 55 in) 12 clicks 14 mm (0. 55 in) NOTE:Adjusting of the preload starts from the damper spring length of 140 mm (5. 55 in). [. . . ] Never use washing systems involving steam or high pressure water jets. These systems could cause water infiltration and damage the internal parts of your motorcycle. Avoid using clothes or sponges that have been in contact with strong or abrasive detergents, solvents or gasoline. To avoid irreparable damage to the front fairing, never use alkaline or strongly acid detergents, petrol, brake fluid or other solvents. Clean the front fairing only with a soft cloth, warm water and a neutral detergent. [. . . ]