key YAMAHA AEROX50 2013 User Guide

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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TIPMake sure that the scooter is posi-
tioned straight up when checking the
electrolyte level.2. Remove panel A. (See page 6-6.)
3. Check the electrolyte level in the
battery.TIPThe electrolyte should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.4. If the electrolyte is at or below the
minimum level mark, add distilled
water to raise it to the maximum
level mark. NOTICE: Use onlydistilled water, as tap water con-
tains minerals that are harmful
to the battery.
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WARNING
EWA10760
●
Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.
EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
●
Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.
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KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
5. Check and, if necessary, tighten
the battery lead connections and
correct the breather hose routing.
To store the battery
1. If the scooter will not be used for
more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTICE: When removing the
battery, be sure the key is
turned to “ ”, then disconnect
the negative lead before discon-
necting the positive lead.
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2. If the battery will be stored for more
than two months, check the specif-
ic gravity of the electrolyte at least
once a month and fully charge the
battery whenever necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before in-
stallation. NOTICE: When install-
ing the battery, be sure the key
is turned to “ ”, then connect
the positive lead before con-
necting the negative lead.
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1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark1
2
+
UPPER
LOWER
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6 4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals and
that the breather hose is properly
routed, in good condition, and not
obstructed. NOTICE: If the
breather hose is positioned in
such a way that the frame is ex-
posed to electrolyte or gas ex-
pelled from the battery, the
frame could suffer structural
and external damages.
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Replacing the fuse The fuse holder is located behind panel
A. (See page 6-6.)
If the fuse is blown, replace it as fol-
lows.
1. Turn the key to “ ” and turn off all
electrical circuits.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a higher amperage
rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive dam-
age to the electrical system and
possibly a fire.
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3. Turn the key to “ ” and turn on
the electrical circuits to check if the
devices operate.
4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
1. Fuse
2. BatteryZAUM0933
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Specified fuse:
7.5 A
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