Aprilia SCARABEO 500 Dealer Instruction Sheet

SCARABEO 500 SCARABEO 500

DEALER INSTRUCTION SHEET

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FITTING THE STORAGE BOX

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• Lift the seat (1), after releasing it with the

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appropriate key.

For fitting the storage box to the scooter,
follow the instructions given in the

instruction sheet p/no. E 107158.

In the USA version, there is no wiring

for stoplights on the storage box.

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FITTING THE DEFLECTORS

For fitting the deflectors, follow the
instructions given in the instruction sheet p/

no. E 107158.

For the sake of safety, before starting

the vehicle, carry out a thorough preliminary
check. See the PRELIMINARY CHECK LIST IN
THE VEHICLE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
HANDBOOK.

DEALER INSTRUCTION SHEET

INTRUCTION FOR REMOVING
MOTORCYCLE FROM CRATE

SAFETY MESSAGES

The following warning messages are used on all
the instruction sheets to draw your attention to the
situations described below.

Safety warning symbol. When you see

this symbol on the motorcycle or instruction
sheets, beware of potential injury hazards.
Failure to observe the instructions following
these symbols may affect your safety, the
safety of others and that of the motor cycle!
Risk of serious injury or death.
Possible risk of slight injury or damage to
motor cycle.

Scarabeo 500

Scarabeo 500

Before carrying out any maintenance

operation or inspection of the front wheel, if
possible hoist the vehicle onto a solid and
level surface with suitable equipment.
When disassembling and reassembling the
front wheel, take extra care not to damage

the brake lines, discs or pads.
Failure to carry out these checks may lead to
serious injury or damage to the vehicle.
Very little time is required, and the benefits
in terms of safety are enormous.

The components in this handbook are supplied
disassembled, and have to be fitted to the motor
cycle. These instruction sheets for dealers describe
the correct fitting procedures.
Read the instructions in the sheets to avoid
breakages or incorrect assembly.

aprilia part #8104640 - 06/03 - USA

Release 04-07/03

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DANGER

Risk of serious injury or death.

CAUTION

Possible risk of slight injury or damage to
motor cycle.

IMPORTANT

The word “IMPORTANT”is written before any
important information on the instruction sheet.

Remove the rear street case from the packing case,
containing the mirrors, battery and components.

After removing the nailed-on supports and
crosspieces from the crate (used for transport
purposes), push the motor cycle off the bottom of

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the crate and position it on the stand.
You can now proceed with the operations described
below.

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BATTERY

Battery electrolyte is toxic, caustic and the
contact with the skin may cause serious
burns, since it contains sulfuric acid. Wear
protective clothing, a face shield and/or tight
fitting goggles when working around the
battery. In case of contact with the skin, flush
immediately with plenty of water.
In case of contact with the eyes, flush with
plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Immediately consult an oculist.
If the electrolyte is accidentally swallowed,
drink large quantities of water or milk, and
then milk of magnesia or vegetable oil.
Immediately consult a health professional.
The battery gives off noxious and explosive
gases; keep it away from cigarettes, flames,
sparks and any other source of heat. During
the recharging or the use, make sure hat the
room is properly ventilated and avoid inhaling
the gases released during the recharging.
KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
Do not tip the vehicle too much, or tip the
battery too much, to avoid electrolyte leaking

out.

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INITIAL BATTERY CHARGING

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• Open the storage compartment with the key

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supplied (1) and take off the homologation cover
(2).

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• Take out the battery, by undoing the M5x10

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shouldered screw (3) and removing the battery
cover (4).

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FITTING THE WINDSHIELD

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• Remove the windshield guard by taking out the

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four dome-headed shouldered screws M5x9.

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• Take out the four screws M5x16 located under

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the guard.

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• Position the windshield and secure it with the

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four screws just removed

CAUTION

When fitting the four screws M5x16 which
secure the windshield, be careful not to
press too hard, so as not to lose the

rubbers set into the under dash.

IMPORTANT

If the rubbers do get lost, get in touch with
an APRILIA service centre.

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• Reposition the front guard and secure it with the

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four shouldered screws M5x9, which were
removed earlier.

CAUTION

The battery liquid is corrosive. Do not pour or
sprinkle it, particularly on plastic parts. When
the battery has been removed it must be
placed in a safe place out of the reach of
children. The battery is very dangerous and
may cause serious injury or death.

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