Battery - APRILIA SCARABEO 100 Manual

Carefully read p. 45 (MAINTENANCE).
WARNING
Risk of fire.
Keep fuel and other flammable sub-
stances away from the electrical com-
ponents.
CAUTION
Never invert the connection of the bat-
tery cables.
Connect and disconnect the battery
with the ignition switch in position " ",
otherwise some components may be
damaged.
Connect first the positive cable (+) and
then the negative cable (–).
Disconnect following the reverse order.
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use and maintenance Scarabeo 50 - Scarabeo 100
Check the electrolyte level and the tighten-
ing of the terminals after the first 500 km
(312 mi) and then every 4000 km (2500
mi).
WARNING
The electrolyte in the battery is toxic
and caustic and if it gets in contact with
the skin it can cause burns, since it con-
tains sulphuric acid. Wear protection
clothes, a face mask and/or goggles
during maintenance operations.
In case of contact with the skin, rinse
with plenty of water.
In case of contact with the eyes, rinse
with plenty of water for fifteen minutes,
then consult an oculist without delay.
If the electrolyte is accidentally swal-
lowed, drink a lot of water or milk, then
continue drinking milk of magnesia or
vegetable oil and consult a doctor with-
out delay.
The battery gives off explosive gases;
keep it away from flames, sparks, ciga-
rettes and any other source of heat.
During the recharging or the use, make
sure that the room is properly ventilated
and avoid inhaling the gases released
during the recharging.
KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
Do not incline the vehicle too much, in
order to avoid dangerous leaks of the
battery fluid.
The electrolyte is corrosive.
Do not pour or spill it, especially on the
plastic parts.
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CAUTION
This vehicle is provided with a mainte-
nance-free battery and no operation is
n ec e ss a r y , e x c ep t i n g oc c as i o n al
checks and the recharge when required.
NOTE
If you need assistance or techni-
cal advice, consult your aprilia Official
Dealer, who can ensure you prompt and
accurate servicing.