2012 YAMAHA EC-03 brake

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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.
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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
EWA15661
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 could start 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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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.
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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”
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1. Button 1 “POWER”
2. Button 2 “SET”
3. Button 3 “SELECT”
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1. Input number indicator “– – – – –”
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TIPWhen the vehicle enters the riding
mode, the beeper sounds. The beeper
stops sounding when either brake lever
is squeezed or the vehicle starts mov-ing.
If the entered security number is
incorrect, the buzzer sounds, “NG”
flashes for a few seconds, and the
vehicle returns to the standby
mode.
If this occurs, repeat the procedure
from the step 6.TIPIf an incorrect security number is en-
tered three times in succession, the se- curity lock cannot be unlocked even if
the correct security number is entered.
Repeat the procedure after first turning
the key to “OFF” and then back to “ON”
again.
8. Check the battery level indicator to make sure that the remaining
charged level is sufficient. (See
page 3-3 for more information
about the charge level.)
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Starting off 1. Check that the operating status in-dicator “RUN” is displayed, and
that the vehicle is in the riding
mode.
2. Switch the turn signal on.
1. Incorrect number indicator “NG”
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1. Battery level indicator
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1. Operating status indicator “RUN”
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TIPThe beeper sounds while the turn sig-nal switch is signaling.3. Check in front of and behind the vehicle to make sure that it is safe
to start off.
4. Release the rear brake lever.
5. Check for oncoming traffic, and then slowly turn the accelerator
grip in order to start off.
6. Push the turn signal switch to can- cel the turn signals.TIPTo protect the battery, the EC-03 is
equipped with an auto-off function. The
power stops automatically if the vehicle
is stopped for more than five minutes. To restart the vehicle after the vehicle
has been stopped for more than five
minutes, turn the key to “OFF” and then
back to “ON” again.
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Acceleration and deceleration The speed can be adjusted by opening
and closing the accelerator grip. To in-
crease the speed, turn the accelerator
grip in direction (a). To reduce the
speed, turn the accelerator grip in di-
rection (b).
(a)
(b)
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Braking
WARNING
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Avoid braking hard or suddenly
(especially when leaning over to
one side), otherwise the scooter
may skid or overturn.
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Railroad crossings, streetcar
rails, iron plates on road con-
struction sites, and manhole
covers become extremely slip-
pery when wet. Therefore, slow
down when approaching such
areas and cross them with cau-
tion.
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Keep in mind that braking on a
wet road is much more difficult.
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Ride slowly down a hill, as brak-
ing downhill can be very diffi-cult.
1. Close the accelerator grip com- pletely.
2. Apply both front and rear brakes simultaneously while gradually in-
creasing the pressure. Front
Rear
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Parking To prevent theft, be sure to lock the
steering and remove the key when
parking. It is recommended to addition-
ally use a chain lock or other type of
motorcycle lock.
WARNING
EWA15580
Do not park on a slope or on soft
ground, otherwise the vehicle mayoverturn.TIP
If the vehicle is parked in an ex-
tremely hot or cold place, the tem-
perature protection function may
be activated when the key is
turned to “ON”. If this is activated,
“HEAT” or “COOL” flashes on the
tripmeter/odometer display. (See
page 4-4 “Temperature warning
display” for more information about
the temperature protection func-
tion.)
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It is recommended to lock the se-
curity lock when parking. (See
page 4-10 for more informationabout locking the security lock.)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Periodic inspection, adjustment, and lu-
brication will keep your vehicle in the
safest and most efficient condition pos-
sible. Safety is an obligation of the vehi-
cle owner/operator. The most important
points of vehicle inspection, adjust-
ment, and lubrication are explained on
the following pages.
The intervals given in the periodic
maintenance charts should be simply
considered as a general guide under
normal riding conditions. However, de-
pending on the weather, terrain, geo-
graphical location, and individual use,
the maintenance intervals may need to
be shortened.
WARNING
EWA10321
Failure to properly maintain the ve-
hicle or performing maintenance ac-
tivities incorrectly may increase
your risk of injury or death during
service or while using the vehicle. If
you are not familiar with vehicle ser-
vice, have a Yamaha dealer performservice.
WARNING
EWA15840
Turn the key to “OFF” when per-
forming maintenance unless other-
wise specified. A running motor has
moving parts that can catch on body
parts or clothing and electrical partsthat can cause shocks or fires.
WARNING
EWA15830
This scooter is designed for use onpaved roads only.
WARNING
EWA15460
Brake discs, calipers, drums, and
linings can become very hot during
use. To avoid possible burns, let
brake components cool beforetouching them.
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TIP
The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance is performed in-
stead.
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From 30000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 6000 km.
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Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technicalskills.
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General maintenance and lubrication chart NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km 6000 km 12000 km 18000 km 24000 km
1* Front brake Check operation and adjust
brake lever free play. 
Replace brake shoes. Whenever worn to the limit
2* Rear brake Check operation and adjust
brake lever free play. 
Replace brake shoes. Whenever worn to the limit
3* Wheels Check runout and for damage. 
4* Tires Check tread depth and for
damage.
Replace if necessary.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary. 
5* Wheel bearings Check bearing for looseness or
damage. 
6* Steering bearings Check bearing play and steering
for roughness. 
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 24000 km
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7*Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts, bolts
and screws are properly
tightened. 
8 Front brake lever
pivot shaft Lubricate with
lithium-soap-based grease. 
9 Rear brake lever
pivot shaft Lubricate with
lithium-soap-based grease. 
10 Centerstand Check operation.
Lubricate. 
11 * Front fork Check operation and for oil
leakage. 
12 * Shock absorber
assembly Check operation and shock
absorber for oil leakage. 
13 * Front and rear
brake switches Check operation.
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14 Moving parts and
cables Lubricate.
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15 * Accelerator grip Check operation.
Correct if necessary. 
16 * Lights, signals and
switches Check operation.
Adjust headlight beam.
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17 * Motor noise Check for irregular noise coming
from the motor.
Correct if necessary. 
18 * Charging cord and
plug Check condition and for
damage.
Replace if necessary. 
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km 6000 km 12000 km 18000 km 24000 km
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