Starting The Engine (Electric Start) - KYMCO Super 8 50 Owner's Manual

OPERATION

Starting the engine (electric start)

To start your scooter using the electric starting motor, follow
this procedure:
NOTE: Before starting, check the en-
gine oil and fuel levels. Take the
scooter off of the main stand.
1. Unlock the steering with the igntion
switch key 1
2. Turn the igntion switch to "ON".
3. Apply the rear brake 2 (left lever) .
The brake must be adjusted and functioning properly
to lock the rear wheel during starting or the scooter
could accelerate away when the engine starts.
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4. Press the starter button 3 without rotating the throttle grip.
NOTE: The rear brake must be held for the starter motor
to engage the engine. It is normal for the stop light to be
illuminated during starting.
NOTE: If the scooter's engine is warm and does not start
immediately, rotate the throttle grip 1/8 to 1/4 open to help
the engine start.
To prevent damage to the starter motor, do not operate
the starter motor for more than five seconds at a time. If
the scooter fails to start immediately, check the fuel level
and the battery condition, and allow the starter motor to
cool before attempting to start the engine again.
5. Allow a cold engine to warm 2 - 3 minutes before riding.
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