E-TON Beamer & Beamer, Beamer Matrix Owner's Manual

E-TON

Beamer & Beamer Matrix

Scooters

OWNER’S MANUAL

Rev 3.01 8-0904

Model years 2004 through 2008

Dear Customer,

Thank you for choosing the ETON Beamer. This scooter was made in accordance with the international QS9000 standards and the directives of the European parliament and council. It conforms to all Federal DOT regulations for a class A moped.

It was engineered and designed to provide a reliable form of economic transportation for your life style. This manual was designed to provide you with the basic understanding of the structure, function, operation and maintenance of the Beamer Scooter. By following the instructions in this manual, you will be able to maintain the performance and prolong the service life of your Beamer Scooter.

We at ETON wish you many years of pleasurable driving.

ETON America, LLC.

Important Notices

READ and UNDERSTAND this owner’s manual

The operator should completely read and understand this owner’s manual before operating this vehicle. This owner’s manual will instruct you in the safe operation of the vehicle. This manual contains warnings and cautions for some specific service methods which could cause personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle.

ALWAYS Wear Protective Clothing

While operating this vehicle, the driver must always wear protective clothing. Protective helmet with face shield, and hard soled boots should always be worn when operating this vehicle.

OBEY all State and local laws and regulations

Each state and local governing agency has laws and regulations for scooter operations. It is the owner’s responsibility to know, understand and obey these laws and regulations.

SPEED RESTRICTION Devices

This vehicle is equipped with electronic speed limiting devices. Any attempt to change,

over-ride or bypass these devices may cause dangerous operating conditions.

Due to continuing upgrades to our product line, information in this manual is subject to change without notice. Please contact your local dealer for further information regarding current information about your Beamer scooter.

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Table of Contents

Vehicle identification number location 3 Controls, switches and feature locations 3

Control feature operations

Engine stop switch 4

Turn Signal Switch 4

Horn Button 4

Engine Manual Choke Lever 4 Head Light Control Switch 4 Ignition Switch 5

Instrument Cluster 5

Throttle Control 6

Throttle Cable Adjustment 6

Brake Systems

Front and Rear brakes 6

Front Hydraulic Brake Inspection 7

Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir 7

Purging the brake lines 8

Rear Brake Inspection 8 Fuel System 9 Fuel tank 9 Fuel Cap 9

Inline Fuel Filter 9 Engine Oil 10 Oil Indicator light 10 Oil Tank 10

Transmission Oil Change 11 Tires and Wheels 11 Tire pressure 11 Spark Plug 11

Spark Arrester Screen 11 Air Filter 11 Electrical Battery 13 C.V.T. Air Filter (Transmission) 13

Front Forks 13

Beamer Break-In Procedure 14 Pre-Operation Inspection 14 Starting procedure 14 Driving 14 Parking 15 Specifications 16

Maintenance Schedule 17 Wiring Diagrams 18-19

Reporting Safety Defects 20

Manufacturer’s Warranty 21 Owner’s notes 23

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Vehicle Identification Numbers

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is located on the frame behind the foot guard and is covered by a small plastic cover plate which can be removed with a screwdriver.

Engine serial number is located on the left-hand side of the engine on the crankcase housing.

Controls, Switches & Feature Locations

Locations of controls and features

1. Front Brake lever

2. Rear Brake Lever

3. Front Turn Indicator Lamps

4. Oil Tank

5. Main Parking Stand

6. Rear Turn Indicator Lamps

7. Fuel tank Cap

8. Brake Fluid Reservoir

9. Side Kick Stand

10. Under Seat Helmet Box

11. Luggage Box*

* (Standard on Matrix, Optional on Beamer II)

Dept. of Transportation

Information / Identification

Plate

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Control feature operations

Engine Stop Switch

The stop switch is a red colored rocker switch located on the left-hand handlebar.

To start and run the engine, this switch must be placed in the on, “O” position.

The vehicle is also equipped with a safety brake switch which will prevent the engine from starting until the parking brake is engaged.

To stop your engine, place the switch to the stop, “X” position.

In the stop, “X” position the ignition system is grounded preventing the spark plug from firing.

This switch can also be used as a safety or emergency stop switch.

Turn Signal Switch

The turning signal switch is a three position switch located on the left-hand handlebar. Sliding the switch in the direction of the intended turn will illuminate the front and rear turn signal lamps in a blinking mode. Pressing the white button, on the center of the switch, will return the switch to the neutral position and cancel the illumination of the turning lamps.

Horn Button

The horn button is a yellow push switch, located below the turning signal lamp switch on the lefthand handlebar. Pressing in on the button will

sound the audible horn signal. Releasing the button will silence the horn.

Engine Manual Choke Lever

The engine choke lever is used to enrich the fuel mixture when starting the engine from a cold start. Start by moving the lever to the left to choke the engine. After allowing the engine to warm up for 15-20 seconds, slowly move the lever back to the right until the engine idles down runs smooth. The lever to the full right is the normal operation position.

Head Light Control Switch

For safety, the head light system of this unit was designed to be illuminated at all times while the unit is running. The intensity of the light is changed by using the head light control switch located on the right-hand handlebar. It is a three position slide switch. Far right position sets beam intensity to 20% (Day Time Running), middle position sets beam intensity to 80% (Low Beam), and far left position sets beam intensity to 100% (High Beam).

The vehicle is equipped with a PTC controller that will dim the lights to the 20% position automatically if the engine RPM falls below the pre-set threshold for more than a minute. Increasing the engine RPM will return the light to the normal level for the control switch selection.

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Ignition Switch

The ignition switch is located on the control column’s right side below the handlebars. A key is required to work the switch. This switch has three positions, “O” On, “X” Off and “” Locked. The switch must be in the “O” on position for the engine to start and run. The “X” off position disconnects power to the ignition and light circuits and stops the engine. The “” locked position, locks the steering column and allows the key to be removed. In order to turn the key to the “” locked position you must press down on the key with the steering column turned slightly to the left.

NOTE: Always lock your vehicle when leaving it unattended and take your keys for additional security against theft of your vehicle.

The ignition key also unlocks your fuel cap and under seat storage compartments.

Instrument Cluster

The instrument cluster provides you with operating conditions of your vehicle. To the left is the fuel gauge which indicates the fuel level in the fuel tank. When the needle reaches the red zone on the gauge, you are running low on fuel and the tank should be refilled. This gauge is controlled by a fuel level sending unit located inside the fuel tank.

The center speedometer indicates the current speed of your vehicle. The speedometer is calibrated in both MPH, (Miles per hour) and KPH, (Kilometers per hour). This gauge is controlled by a cable attached to the front wheel of the vehicle.

The right side is a series of three indicator lamps. The top most lamps in the cluster will indicate that the turn signals have been activated and also indicates which signal lamps are illuminated.

The right indicator lamp indicates the head light controller is in the Hi-Beam, 100%, position when illuminated.

The left lamp indicates the 2 cycle oil level in the oil tank. When illuminated your oil tank is low and needs to be refilled. Continued operation of the engine with a low oil condition will cause severe damage to the engine and potentially unsafe operating condition. Refill your oil tank with High grade JASO FC 2 cycle injector oil.

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Throttle Control

The throttle control is the right-hand handle grip. Throttle is controlled by twisting the grip. The throttle control is spring loaded and set at the factory to return to the idle position when pressure is released.

To increase the throttle, twist the handle grip in a counter clockwise rotation. To decrease throttle, twist the hand grip in a clockwise rotation or release your pressure and allow the throttle to return on it own.

The throttle cable should be adjusted so there is 5-10mm, (¼”) free travel of the throttle hand grip before the throttle starts to open.

Keep the throttle cable lubricated and operating smoothly. If the cable sticks or is hard to operate, lubricate the cable by disconnecting the cable from the throttle hand grip and lubricating with a commercial cable lubricant available at your dealer.

Replace the cable if it shows signs of fraying or corrosion or is kinked or bent.

Throttle Cable Adjusting

To adjust the throttle cable’s free play, slide the protective cover down the cable to expose the cable adjusting system. Loosen the locking nut and adjust the cable length by turning the adjusting collar. Check the free travel in the throttle hand grip until you have 5-10mm, (¼”) free travel

. Tighten the locking nut against the adjusting collar and slide the protective cover over the adjusting system. Replace the cable if there is no adjustment remaining or the proper free travel cannot be obtained with the adjustment system.

Front and Rear Brakes

This vehicle is equipped with front mechanical hydraulic disc brake and a rear mechanical drum brake.

The front brake is controlled by the long brake lever on the right-handlebar.

The rear brake is controlled by the long lever on the left-Handlebar.

The rear brake is the primary stopping brake on your vehicle. Using the rear brake to stop your vehicle will prevent steering control loss.

Use your front and rear brakes in combination to control your speed while descending a grade. Use caution not to apply too much pressure to your front brake so that the wheels lock up, stop turning, and cause a loss of steering control. If the front wheels lock up, stop turning, lightly reduce the pressure on the front brake lever until it unlocks and the wheel start to turn

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Front Brake System Inspection

Visually inspect the brake lines for any signs of wear. Inspect the lines for leaks at all connections and look for wear along the entire line. Replace the line if any worn areas are found. The brake line is under great pressure when the brakes are applied and any worn spot could cause a rupture of the line.

Inspect the brake arm, spring, rod and fastener for signs of wear or damage. Operate the brake lever while watching the brake mechanism for proper operation. Tighten, repair or replace parts as needed to insure safe brake operation. Clean any build-up of mud or debris from the brake mechanism.

The brakes are equipped with a wear indicator to alert you when your brake pads need replacing. Apply light pressure to the brake lever and slowly push the unit forward. If you hear a high pitched metallic scraping sound, you need to replace your brake pads. The minimum pad thickness is

3.0mm.

DO NOT RIDE A VEHICLE WITH WORN BRAKE PADS.

Check the rotor disc for cracks, warping or color distortion. Replace rotor disc at first sign of problem. Check rotor disc thickness. Minimum thickness is

3.1mm. Replace the disc if below minimum thickness.

Check the fluid level in the fluid reservoir by checking the site glass for the level.

The fluid level should fill at least ¾ of site glass when the unit is setting on a level surface. Test the brakes by applying pressure to the brake lever and trying to push the unit forward. If the wheel rotates while the brakes are applied, check your fluid level and brake pads. If the brake lever feels spongy or does not stop when squeezed, you may have air in the lines. All air must be purged from the brake lines for the disc brake to operate properly. (See purging brake lines).

To Fill the Reservoir

Remove the reservoir cover by removing the two cover bolts.

Fill the reservoir to 1/8” from top with Dot-3 SAEJ1703 grade brake fluid.

Caution: DO NOT allow dirt to fall into the reservoir.

Refold the cover gasket as shown in picture and replace cover and bolts.

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Purging Brake Lines

For the hydraulic brake system to operate safely, the brake system must be purged of air in the lines and reservoir.

To bleed the air will require two people to perform the following procedure.

1. Place a drain pan under the brake caliper to catch the fluid.

2. Open the bleeder valve ½ turn counter clockwise.

3. Squeeze the brake lever to expel air from the system.

4. While holding the brake lever, close the bleeder valve.

5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 until the brake fluid coming from the bleeder valve is a solid stream without any air, then close the valve and replace rubber protection cap.

6. Test the brake system by squeezing the lever. The lever should feel firm and stop without fading.

Rear Brake System Inspection

Check the brakes for smooth operation. The brake cable should move freely and apply the brakes with minimal effort. If the cable sticks, hangs up, or requires a larger amount of effort to apply the brakes the cable may be damaged or need lubricating.

Visually inspect the brake cable for any signs of wear, fraying, kinking or corrosion. Replace any worn, frayed, corroded or kinked cable. Lubricate

the brake cable with a commercial cable lubricant available through your dealer.

Test the rear brake by applying pressure to the brake lever. Try pushing the vehicle with the brakes applied. If the rear wheel turns the brakes may need to be adjusted or replaced.

To adjust the rear brake, turn the adjusting nut located on the brake arm on the rear wheel. Adjust the nut so that the brake arm engages whenever the rear brake lever is squeezed. CAUTION: do not over tighten the nut to the point that the brake shoes are in constant contact with the brake drum.

Replace the brake cable and/or shoes when there is insufficient adjustment left to apply the brake completely.

Rear brake drum tolerances are:

Inner diameter of drum

Standard: 110mm / 4.330696” Minimum: 110.5mm / 4.350381”

Brake Shoe Lining

Standard: 4.0mm / 0.1574798” Minimum: 2.0mm / 0.07873992”

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