User manual APRILIA SCARABEO 50 IE 06-2001 PART10

[. . . ] LONG INACTIVITY OF THE BATTERY If the vehicle remains unused for more than fifteen days, it is necessary to recharge the battery, in order to prevent its sulphation, see page 75 (RECHARGING THE BATTERY). It is important to check the charge periodically (about once a month), during the winter or when the vehicle remains unused, in order to prevent the deterioration of the battery. Recharge CHECKING AND CLEANING THE TERMINALS Carefully read page 72 (BATTERY). Gain access to the battery, see page 74 (ACCESS TO BATTERY). Make sure that the cable terminals (1) and the battery terminals (2) are: ­ in good conditions (and not corroded or covered with deposits); ­ covered with special grease or Vaseline. it completely with a normal charge, see page 75 (RECHARGING THE BATTERY). If necessary: Make sure that the ignition switch is in position " ". Disconnect first the negative (­) and then the positive cable (red) (+). [. . . ] Avoid leaving deposits of industrial and polluting powders, tar spots, dead insects, bird droppings, etc. Avoid parking the vehicle under trees, since in some seasons residues, resins, fruits or leaves fall down, which contain substances that may damage the paint. To remove dirt and mud from the painted surfaces use a low- pressure water jet, carefully wet the dirty parts, remove mud and filth with a soft car sponge impregnated with a lot of water and shampoo (2 ­ 4% parts of shampoo in water). To clean the outer parts of the engine use a degreaser, brushes and wipers. CAUTION To clean the lights, use a sponge soaked with water and a neutral detergent, rubbing the surfaces delicately and rinsing frequently with plenty of water. Polish with silicone wax only after having carefully washed the vehicle. Do not wash the vehicle under the sun, especially during the summer, when the body is still warm, since if the shampoo dries before being rinsed away, it can damage the paint. Do not use liquids at a temperature exceeding 40°C to clean the plastic components of the vehicle. CAUTION Do not direct high-pressure water or air jets or steam jets on to the following components: wheel hubs, controls on the right and left side of the handlebar, bearings, brake pumps, instruments and indicators, exhaust pipes, glove/tool kit compartment, ignition switch/steering lock, radiator wings, fuel cap, lights and electric connections. Do not use alcohol or solvents to clean the rubber and plastic parts and the saddle: use water and mild soap. WARNING After the vehicle has been washed, its braking functions could be temporarily impaired because of the presence of water on the grip surfaces. Carry out the preliminary checking operations, see page 37 (PRELIMINARY CHECKING OPERATIONS). WARNING Do not apply protection waxes onto the saddle, in order not to make it too slippery. 84 use and maintenance Scarabeo 50 - Scarabeo 100 4T LONG PERIODS OF INACTIVITY Precautions are needed to avoid the adverse effects of prolonged inactivity. Further, it is important to carry out the necessary repairs and a general check up before the period of inactivity, since you could forget to carry them out later. Proceed as follows: Completely drain the tank and carburettor, see page 83 (DRAINING THE FUEL TANK). Remove the spark plug, see page 71 (SPARK PLUG) and pour one teaspoon (510 cm3) of oil for two-stroke engines in the cylinder. Inflate By NOTE Put a clean cloth on the cylinder, next to the spark plug seat, as a protection against oil splashes. the ignition switch to " " and press Turn the engine start button " " for a few seconds to distribute the oil evenly on the cylinder surfaces. Polish the painted surfaces with wax. the tyres, see page 34 (TYRES). means of a suitable support, position the vehicle so that both tyres are raised from the ground. Place the vehicle in an unheated, not-humid room, away from sunlight, with minimum temperature variations. Position and tie a plastic bag on the final pipe of the exhaust silencer, in order to prevent moisture from getting into it. Cover the vehicle avoiding the use of plastic or waterproof materials. AFTER A PERIOD OF INACTIVITY and clean the vehicle, see page 84 (CLEANING). Check the charge of the battery, see page 75 (RECHARGING THE BATTERY) and install it, see page 75 (INSTALLING THE BATTERY). Uncover Check that the carburettor drain screw is fully tightened (drainage closing index), see page 83 (DRAINING THE FUEL TANK). Carry out the preliminary checking operations, see page 37 (PRELIMINARY CHECKING OPERATIONS). WARNING Have a test ride at moderate speed in a low-traffic area. use and maintenance Scarabeo 50 - Scarabeo 100 4T 85 TECHNICAL DATA Max. ENGINE Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] 190 kPa (1. 9 bar) Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 kPa (2. 2 bar) INFLATION PRESSURE WITH PASSENGER (in the countries where this is allowed) Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 kPa (1. 9 bar) Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 kPa (2. 3 bar) use and maintenance Scarabeo 50 - Scarabeo 100 4T 87 IGNITION Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]