Operation Manual
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8. IMPORTANT POINTS AND CAUTIONS FOR STARTING ENGINE
Turn ignition switch key to the βONβ position.
1. Apply rear wheel brake.
2. Do not accelerate, press starter button when
the brake is applied.
[We care for you! Before drive off, keep the hand brake applied on the rear wheel.]
γWhen starting engine with kick starting leverγ
y Turn the main switch to ON, press the starting lever forcefully by foot with the throttle valve handle in the
closed position.
y If engine is difficult to start with the starting lever when the engine is cold, rotating the throttle valve
1/8~1/4 turns should make the scooter start easier.
y Return the starting lever back to its original position after the engine has been started.
1/4
1/8
CAUTION:
y Check that the engine and fuel volumes are at adequate levels before starting the engine.
y When starting the engine the main stand must be firmly on the ground and the rear brake must be
engaged. This will prevent the scooter from suddenly jerking forward.
CAUTION:
y If the engine does not start after the starter button has been pressed for 3~5 seconds rotate the
throttle 1/8
th
to1/4
th
open and press the starter button again.
y To avoid damage the starter, do not continuously press the starter button for more than 15
seconds.
y It is harder to start the engine after the scooter has not been used for a long period of time or after
the fuel tank has been run dry. In these situations it may be necessary to press the starter button
several times. When doing so keep the throttle in the closed position.
y The engine may need several minutes to warm up if the scooter has not been used for a long
period of time.
y Exhaust contains harmful gas (CO), always start the engine in a well ventilated area.
CAUTION:
y When starting the scooter with the kick starter lever, the main stand must be firmly on the ground
and the rear brake handle must be engaged.
y Periodically starting the engine with the kick starter lever will keep the kick starter lever in good
working condition.