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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
4-7
1
2
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5
6
7
8
9Speed warning indicator
The warning light flashes when vehicle
speed exceeds 45 km/h. At the same
time, the speed warning indicator
“SPEED” appears.
Error warningsIf a problem is detected, the warning
light comes on. In this case, check for
the warning mark “ ”. If this warning
mark also appears, have a Yamaha
dealer check the vehicle.
Warning mark “ ”
This warning mark flashes if a problem
is detected. If the warning mark keeps
flashing after turning the key to “OFF”
and then back to “ON”, have a Yamaha
dealer check the vehicle.TIPAfter turning the key to “ON”, the warn-
ing mark appears. If the warning mark
goes out after a few seconds, there isno malfunction. Go ahead with riding.
EAU50033
Using the security lock The EC-03 is equipped with a security
lock that can be used by registering a
security number. Once the security
number has been set, the vehicle can-
not be ridden unless the correct securi-
ty number is entered, even if the key is
turned to “ON”.
Registering and changing the secu-
rity number
WARNING
EWA15610
Be sure to stop the vehicle before
registering or changing the security
number. Changing settings while
riding can distract the operator andincrease the risk of an accident.TIPThe security number registration/
change mode is canceled if the regis-
tering procedure is not completed in
one minute. If the mode cancels, repeatthe procedure.
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
All display segments appear for a
few seconds, then the vehicle en-ters the standby mode and
“PUSH” flashes.
TIPWhen the security lock has been
locked, the security number indicator
“ LOCK” appears when the vehicle isin the standby mode.
2. Change to the riding mode by
pushing any of the buttons.1. Security lock indicator “ LOCK”
1
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9
EAUT3170
Seat To open the seat
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand.
2. Insert the key in the lock, and then
turn it clockwise.
3. Fold the seat up.To close the seat
1. Fold the seat down, and then push
it down to lock it in place.
2. Remove the key.
TIPMake sure that the seat is properly se-cured before riding.
EAU50060
Helmet holder The helmet holder is located under the
seat. A helmet holding cable is provid-
ed under the seat to secure a helmet to
the helmet holder.
To secure a helmet to the helmet
holder
1. Open the seat. (See page 4-12.)
2. Pass the helmet holding cable
through the buckle on the helmet
strap as shown, and then hook the
end of the helmet holding cable
over the helmet holder.
3. Securely close the seat.
WARNING! Never ride with a
1. Unlock.
1
1. Helmet holding cable
2. Helmet holder
1
2
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CHARGING THE BATTERY
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1
2
3
4
56
7
8
9dow.
Do not pull or apply excessive
force to the charging cord.
Do not drop the charging cord
or charging plug or expose it to
strong impact.
Do not secure the charging cord
or charging plug in a place with
sharp objects such as a nail.
Do not step on the charging
cord or charging plug or place
any object on them.
Do not leave the charging cord
or charging plug near a heater
or other source of heat.
Do not modify the charging cord
or charging plug.
Park the vehicle carefully so the
charging cord cannot be
pinched, stepped on, or pulled
accidentally. Also be sure the
vehicle cannot be knocked over
which could stretch or damage
the charging cord or charging
plug.
Do not pull the charging cord to
unplug the charging plug from
the electrical outlet. Pull only
the charging plug.
Starting charging
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand.
2. Turn the key to “OFF”.
3. Open the seat. (See page 4-12 for
more information.)
4. Grasp the charging plug, and then
unwrap the charging cord from itsstoring place as shown.
5. Place the charging cord in one of
the grooves. NOTICE: The charg-
ing cord may be damaged if not
placed into a groove before
closing the seat.
[ECA17460]
1. Charging plug
2. Charging cord
1. Groove
1
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CHARGING THE BATTERY
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2
3
4
567
8
9 6. Close the seat and push down on
the back to lock it in position.
TIPBefore closing the seat, make sure thatnothing is left under it.
7. Remove the key. To help prevent
theft, be sure to lock the steering,
and then remove the key when
charging the battery.
8. Inspect the charging plug for any
damage. Remove any dust, soil,
oil or water with a dry cloth if nec-
essary. Plug the charging plug into
a grounded electrical outlet with
residual-current device (RCD) pro-
tection.
WARNING
EWA15891
To avoid serious injury or death
from electric shock or fire:
Do not use the charging plug if it
has a damaged or loose prong.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the
vehicle.
Check the charging plug for any
foreign objects such as dust,
soil, oil or water before charg-
ing. If necessary, wipe the plug
clean with a dry cloth.
Do not use an ungrounded ex-
tension cord or a multi-outlet
plug between the charging cord
and the outlet.
Do not use the electrical outletalong with other electrical
equipment which may exceed
the outlet’s amperage and over-
heat the outlet.
Be sure to plug in the chargingplug firmly.
9. When the charging plug is plugged
into an electrical outlet, charging
starts automatically. The battery
1. Charging plug
1
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CHARGING THE BATTERY
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2
3
4
567
8
9 pears in the display during charg-
ing. The display goes off if the
charging plug is unplugged during
charging.
Even if the key is turned to “ON”,
the vehicle does not enter thestandby mode during charging.
Completing charging
When the battery is fully charged, the
display goes off automatically after a
few minutes.
1. Grasp the charging plug, and then
unplug it from the electrical outlet.
NOTICE: Do not pull the charg-
ing cord to unplug the charging
plug from the electrical outlet.
This could damage the charging
cord.
[ECA17470]
2. Open the seat. (See page 4-12 for
more information.)
3. Hold the charging plug, and while
pressing the charging cord into the
groove, wind it clockwise as
shown. NOTICE: If the charging
cord is not wound properly, the
vehicle, charging cord or charg-ing plug can be damaged when
closing the seat.
[ECA17480]
4. Secure the charging cord by plac-
ing it in the holder as shown.
1. Charging plug
1
1. Charging plug
2. Groove
3. Charging cord
1. Holder
12
3
1
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CHARGING THE BATTERY
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2
3
4
56
7
8
95. Close the seat, and push down on
the back to lock it in position.
TIP
Before closing the seat, make sure
that nothing is left under the seat.
Make sure that the seat is securelylocked before riding.
6. Remove the key.WARNING
EWA15900
When not in use, do not leave the
charging plug plugged into an out-
let. Dust or foreign objects could
build up and cause a fire. Be sure to
unplug the charging plug from theoutlet after use.
EAU50402
Charging time Normal charging
Charging time varies depending on the
riding conditions before charging, re-
maining battery level, and ambient tem-
perature. It takes approximately seven
hours to charge the battery from a 0%
charged level in the optimum ambient
temperature range of 15 C – 25 C.TIPWhen the charging process is complet-
ed, the power from the built-in batterycharger is cut off automatically.
Waiting mode for charging
The vehicle enters a waiting mode if thetemperature is not suitable for charging
as follows:
The battery may be above the
maximum 50 C immediately after
riding. In this case, the charger en-
ters a waiting mode and “HEAT”
flashes until the battery and bat-
tery charger reach the specified
temperature.
If ambient temperature is below
–5 C, “COOL” flashes until the
battery and battery charger reach
the specified temperature.
When the temperature is suitable for
charging, charging starts automatically.
100
50
0
2.0 4.0 7.0
Charging time (hours) Battery
level (%)
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9
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
EAU15951
Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWA10271
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of con-
trol, which could cause an accidentor injury.
EAU50092
Preparations for starting off TIPMake sure the accelerator grip is
closed before starting off. An error
could occur if the accelerator grip isturned.
1. Stand on the left side of the vehi-
cle.
2. While pulling the rear brake lever
with your left hand and holding the
grab bar with your right hand, push
the vehicle off the centerstand.
WARNING
EWA15660
Before placing the vehicle on or
pushing it off the centerstand or sit-
ting on the seat, be sure the key is
“OFF”. Otherwise, the vehicle couldstart moving unexpectedly if the ac-
celerator grip is turned accidentally.
3. Put your right foot on the footrest,
and sit on the seat. At the same
time support the vehicle with your
left foot so that the vehicle does
not fall over.
4. Squeeze the rear brake with your
left hand to prevent the vehicle
from moving.
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8
95. Turn the key to “ON”.
After all displays come on for a few
seconds, the vehicle enters the
standby mode.
TIP
When the security lock is locked,
the security lock indicator“ LOCK” comes on.
If the accelerator grip is turned
while the vehicle is in the standbymode, the beeper sounds.
6. Cancel the standby mode by
pressing one of the buttons.
The vehicle enters the security
lock unlocking mode.
“– – – – –” is displayed.
TIPIf the security lock is not locked, after
canceling the standby mode, the vehi-
cle enters the riding mode. When the
vehicle is in the riding mode, the beeper
sounds. The beeper stops sounding
when either brake lever is squeezed or
the vehicle starts moving. Proceed tostep 8.
7. Enter the security number using
the buttons.
Entering the correct number un-
locks the security lock and the ve-
hicle enters the riding mode.
1. Security lock indicator “ LOCK”
1
1. Button 1 “POWER”
2. Button 2 “SET”
3. Button 3 “SELECT”
12
3
1. Input number indicator “– – – – –”
1
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