User manual APRILIA V990

[. . . ] NOTE To avoid the excessive wear of the battery, do not keep the start push button " " pressed for more than five seconds. If the engine does not start within this lapse of time, wait ten seconds and press the start push button " " again. Make sure that the dimmer switch (2) is in position " ". ". Move the ignition switch (3) to position " Ensure that the "injection check" warning light goes out (see page 18 INJECTION CHECK WARNING LIGHT). If this operation is not carried out, the start relay receives no current and therefore the engine does not start. Lock at least one wheel, by pulling a brake Press the start push button " " (5) without accelerating, then release it as soon as the engine starts. 38 use and maintenance Scarabeo 50 - Scarabeo 100 4T 6 To avoid losing control of the vehicle during the starting, lock both wheels by putting on the brake levers (4). [. . . ] Move the ignition switch (3) to position " ". use and maintenance Scarabeo 50 - Scarabeo 100 4T 39 100 7 5 5 STARTING WITH FLOODED ENGINE If the starting is not carried out properly or if there is too much fuel in the intake ducts and in the carburettor, the engine may get flooded. If the idling is unstable, twist the throttle grip (7) slightly and frequently. Wait a few seconds and repeat the STARTING WITH COLD ENGINE procedure. If necessary, remove the spark plug, see page 71 (SPARK PLUG) and make sure that it is not wet. If the spark plug is wet, clean and dry it. Before reinstalling it: NOTE Put a clean cloth on the cylinder, near the spark plug seat, in order to protect it from oil sprays. Press the start push button " " (5) for a few seconds (letting the engine spin over) with completely open throttle (7) (Pos. A). the start push button " " (6) and let the starter run for about five seconds, without accelerating. STARTING WITH COLD ENGINE When the room temperature is low (near or below 0°C), it may be difficult to start the engine at the first attempt. In this case: Keep the start push button " " (5) pressed and at the same time rotate the throttle grip (7) moderately. STARTING AFTER A LONG PERIOD OF INACTIVITY After a long period of inactivity, if the start is not immediate, this may be due to the fact that the fuel circuit is partially empty. In this case: Press the start push button " " (5) for about five seconds, in order to ensure the filling of the float chamber. 40 use and maintenance Scarabeo 50 - Scarabeo 100 4T DEPARTURE AND DRIVE NOTE Before departure, carefully read the "safe drive" chapter, see page 5 (SAFE DRIVE). WARNING If you drive with a passenger, instruct him/her so that he / she does not create problems during manouvres. Before leaving, make sure that the stand/ stands is / are completely up. Get on the vehicle, keeping at least one foot on the ground in order not to lose balance. Adjust the inclination of the rear-view mirrors correctly. To leave, release the brake lever and the vehicle will start moving. CAUTION Do not start off abruptly when the engine is cold. Position the vehicle on the stand, see page 46 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON THE CENTRE STAND). the throttle grip (Pos. In case of a brief stop, keep at least one brake on. CAUTION It is not necessary to close the fuel tap when the engine is off, since it is equipped with an automatic closing system. CAUTION Never leave the key in the ignition switch. Lock CAUTION With stopped engine and ignition switch in position " ", the battery may run down. the steering, see page 23 (STEERING LOCK) and extract the key (1). use and maintenance Scarabeo 50 - Scarabeo 100 4T 45 1 1 (((( (((( ( ((((((((( ((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((( ((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((( ((((((((( ( ((( ((( ((( 2 POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON THE CENTRE STAND Carefully read page 45 (PARKING). Push down the stand lever (2). CAUTION Make sure that the vehicle is stable. 46 use and maintenance Scarabeo 50 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) ))))))))))) ))))))))) )))))))) ))) )) ((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((( 2 SUGGESTIONS TO PREVENT THEFT NEVER leave the ignition key inserted and always use the steering lock. Park the vehicle in a safe place, possibly in a garage or a protected place. If possible, use the appropriate aprilia "Body-Guard" armored cable , or an additional anti-theft device. Make sure that all documents are in order and the road tax has been paid. Write down your personal data and telephone number in the space provided in this page, to facilitate the identification of the owner in case of finding after theft. TELEPHONE NO. : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NOTE Very often stolen vehicles are identified thanks to the data written on the use/ maintenance manual. - Scarabeo 100 4T MAINTENANCE WARNING Risk of fire. Keep fuel and other flammable substances away from the electrical components. After running-in Every 4000 km Every 8000 km (5000 mi) [500 km (2500 mi) (312 mi)] or 12 months or 24 months 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 1 1 1 every 12000 Km (7440 mi): 1 1 1 Components Rear shock absorber Controls and transmission cables Drive belt Steering bearings and steering Wheel bearings Brake discs Accelerator operation Piston rings General vehicle operation Brake systems/discs Cylinder cooling system Brake fluid Silencer / exhaust Mixer / accelerator operation Transmission oil NOTE Carry out the maintenance operations more frequently if you use the vehicle in rainy and dusty areas or on uneven ground. every 20000 km (12400 mi): 2 (outside cleaning) every 2 years: 3 1 1 3 1 every 4000 km every 8000 km (2500 mi) or 12 (5000 mi) or 2 years: 3 months: 1 every 12000 km (7440 mi): 3 every 12000 km (7440 mi): 3 Rear pulley pins Fixed movable front pulley use and maintenance Scarabeo 50 - Scarabeo 100 4T 49 OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BY THE aprilia Official Dealer KEY 1 = check and clean, adjust, lubricate or change, if necessary; 2 = clean; 3 = change; 4 = adjust. After running-in Every 4000 km Every 8000 km (5000 mi) [500 km (2500 mi) (312 mi)] or 12 months or 24 months every 8000 km (5000 mi): 2 3 1 1 1 1 1 1 Components Injector cleaning Front variator needle rollers and guides (*) Wheels, tyres and inflating pressure Tightening of nuts and bolts Mixer oil reserve warning light Fuel pipe Braking system pipe Mixer oil pipe Clutch wear NOTE Carry out the maintenance operations more frequently if you use the vehicle in rainy and dusty areas or on uneven ground. Only replace the rollers. every 4000 km (2500 mi): 1 / every 2 years: 3 every 4000 km (2500 mi): 1 / every 4 years: 3 1 1 every 2 years: 3 1 50 use and maintenance Scarabeo 50 - Scarabeo 100 4T REGULAR SERVICE INTERVALS CHART 100 OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BY THE aprilia Official Dealer (WHICH CAN BE CARRIED OUT EVEN BY THE USER) KEY 1 = check and clean, adjust, lubricate or change, if necessary; 2 = clean; 3 = change; 4 = adjust. [. . . ] In particular, the alteration of the frame number results in the immediate invalidity of the guarantee. ENGINE NUMBER The engine number is stamped near the lower support of the rear shock absorber. __________________________ 54 use and maintenance Scarabeo 50 - Scarabeo 100 4T 3 1 2 AIR CLEANER Carefully read page 47 (MAINTENANCE). Check the conditions of the air cleaner monthly or every 4000 km (2500 mi), depending on the conditions in which the vehicle is used. If the vehicle is used on dusty or wet roads, the cleaning operations and any replacement should be carried out more frequently. 3 REMOVAL 3 3 4 NOTE Position the vehicle on the centre stand, on a solid and level surface see page 46 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON THE CENTRE STAND). [. . . ]