2012 YAMAHA EC-03 Owners Manual

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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
EWA11151
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.
Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided inthis manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Front brake Check operation.
Lubricate cable if necessary.
Check lever free play.
Adjust if necessary. 8-6, 8-8
Rear brake Check operation.
Lubricate cable if necessary.
Check lever free play.
Adjust if necessary. 8-6, 8-8
Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate if necessary. 8-8
Wheels and tires Check for damage.
Check tire condition and tread depth.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary. 8-5, 8-6
Brake levers Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate lever pivoting
points if necessary. 8-9
Centerstand Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pivot if necessary. 8-9
Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts, bolts
and screws are properly tightened.
Tighten if necessary. —
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Instruments, lights, signals
and switches Check operation.
Correct if necessary.
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ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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CHARGING THE BATTERY
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WARNING
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
If the vehicle is damaged due to
overturning or accident, do not
plug in the charging plug to the
outlet. Otherwise it could cause
an electric shock or short cir-
cuit. Have a Yamaha dealer
check the charging plug before
charging the battery.

Charge the vehicle where no
rain can get to it, as this could
cause an electric shock or short
circuit.

Be sure to plug in the charging
plug to a grounded electrical
outlet with residual-current de-
vice (RCD) protection for charg-
ing the battery. If grounded
incorrectly, this could cause an
electric shock or short circuit.

Do not remove the plastic cover
under the seat to check the bat-
tery or built-in battery charger
as this increases the risk of an
electric shock or short circuit. If
any problem is found, have aYamaha dealer check the vehi-
cle.
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Battery charging location
WARNING
EWA15872
Charging the battery incorrectly can
cause electric shock or fire. Serious
injury or death can occur if you ig-
nore any of the following:
Read all instructions and labels
before charging the battery.

Choose a dry location with a
flat, stable surface that is pro-
tected from rain or water spray.
The area must have good venti-
lation and be free of flammable
objects or sources of heat.

Be sure the vehicle, charging
cord, and charging plug will not
be disturbed by children or oth-
er bystanders, or animals.

Connect the charging plug only
directly to a grounded electrical
outlet with residual-current de-
vice (RCD) protection. Do not
use an ungrounded extension
cord or multi-outlet plug with
the charging cord.

If your vehicle has been dam-
aged due to overturn or acci-
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9dent, do not plug in the charging
cord. Have your vehicle
checked by a Yamaha dealer as
soon as possible.
NOTICE
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Improper charging can damage the
battery and built-in battery charger.
Do not charge in a place ex- posed to direct sunlight or near
a heater.
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Do not charge when there is risk
of thunderstorms or lightning.
Electrical surges could cause
damage.
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Do not use the AC outlet of a car
or generator for charging the
battery as this could cause amalfunction.
Park the vehicle on a flat, stable sur-
face near a grounded electrical outlet
with residual-current device (RCD) pro-
tection. The area must be dry and, if
necessary, sheltered to prevent rain
water or other moisture from wetting
the vehicle, charging cord, or outlet.
The environment affects the duration of
battery charging. For optimum charg-
ing, charge the battery out of direct sun-
light in an ambient temperature of 15 C
– 25 C.
TIPAlthough charging between 15 C – 25
 C provides the best results, the battery
can be charged within an ambient tem-
perature range of –5 C – 50 C. A de-
pleted battery cannot be charged if
ambient temperature is below 0 C.
Examples of recommended charg-
ing locations
A cool, shaded and well-ventilated
place.
A place that does not fall below –5 C
overnight.
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Examples of unsuitable charging
locations
Charging in a place exposed to direct
sunlight or near a heater.
Charging in cold places such as in a
storage shed, outdoors or in the winter.
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Charging procedure
WARNING
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
Do not handle the charging plug
with wet hands. You could be
electrocuted.
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Do not charge the battery if any
damage, corrosion, rust or
looseness is found with the
charging plug, charging cord or
grounded electrical outlet. This
could cause a fire, electric
shock or short circuit.
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If any unusual odor or smoke
emerges from the vehicle dur-
ing charging, stop charging the
battery immediately and consult
your Yamaha dealer.
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Electromagnetic waves emitted
from the battery charger could
interfere with the function of
heart devices or other electrical
medical equipment and cause
injury. If you use an im-
plant-type cardiac pacemaker or
defibrillator, or other electrical
medical device, be sure to con-
sult with your doctor or the manufacturer to check whether
being near the battery charger
could affect the device.WARNING
EWA15881
Do not use the charging cord or
charging plug if damaged (i.e., bro-
ken or exposed leads) because it
could cause electric shock or fire. If
such damage is found on the charg-
ing cord, stop using it immediately
and have a Yamaha dealer check the
vehicle. Handle the charging cord
carefully by observing the following:
Do not twist the charging cord,
wrap it into a tight loop, or sub-
ject it to sharp bends.
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Be sure the charging cord can-
not be caught in a door or win-
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Do not pull or apply excessive
force to the charging cord.
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Do not drop the charging cord
or charging plug or expose it to
strong impact.
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Do not secure the charging cord
or charging plug in a place with
sharp objects such as a nail.
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Do not step on the charging
cord or charging plug or place
any object on them.
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Do not leave the charging cord
or charging plug near a heater
or other source of heat.
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Do not modify the charging cord
or charging plug.
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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.
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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 its storing 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
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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
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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.
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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.
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Do not use an ungrounded ex-
tension cord or a multi-outlet
plug between the charging cord
and the outlet.
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Do not use the electrical outlet along with other electrical
equipment which may exceed
the outlet’s amperage and over-
heat the outlet.
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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
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9indicator level appears in the dis-
play and the beeper sounds. All in-
dicator segments appear for a few
seconds, and the charging
progress status is shown.
TIP
The battery may be above the
maximum 50 
C suitable for charg-
ing immediately after riding. In this
case, the charger enters a waiting
mode and “HEAT” flashes until the
battery and battery charger reach
the specified temperature. Charg-
ing then starts automatically.
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If ambient temperature is below –5
 C, “COOL” flashes and the vehi-
cle enters a waiting mode until the
battery and battery charger reach
the specified temperature. Charg-
ing then starts automatically.
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If the battery is already fully
charged when the charging plug is
plugged in, the display will show
the fully charged status for a few
minutes and then go off. The bat-
tery charger will not charge thebattery further.
10. The battery charging status can be checked in the display. (See page
6-9 for more information about the
charging status display.)
11. Charging can be stopped or re- started by unplugging or plugging
in the charging plug.
TIP
Only the battery level indicator ap-
1. Temperature indicator “HEAT”
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1. Temperature indicator “COOL”
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