Yamaha EC-03- Manuals

TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION .................. 1-1 Further safe-riding points ................ 1-4Charging the battery safely ............. 1-5 DESCRIPTION .................................. 2-1 Left view .......................................... 2-1Right view ................................

1-1 1 SAFETY INFORMATION EAU50653 Be a Responsible Owner As the vehicle’s owner, you are respon-sible for the safe and proper operationof your scooter.Scooters are single-track vehicles.Their safe use and operation are de-pendent upon the use of proper ridingtechniques as well as the expertise ofthe...

1-2 SAFETY INFORMATION 1 ed by road and traffic conditions. • Always signal before turning or changing lanes. Make sure thatother motorists can see you.  The posture of the operator is im-portant for proper control. The op-erator should keep both hands onthe handlebar and both feet on theoperator f...

1-3 1 SAFETY INFORMATION imize imbalance or instability.  Shifting weights can create a sud-den imbalance. Make sure that ac-cessories and cargo are securelyattached to the scooter beforeriding. Check accessory mountsand cargo restraints frequently.• Properly adjust the suspension for your load (su...

1-4 SAFETY INFORMATION 1 passing or being passed bylarge vehicles. • Certain accessories can dis- place the operator from his orher normal riding position. Thisimproper position limits the free-dom of movement of the opera-tor and may limit control ability,therefore, such accessories arenot recommen...

1-5 1 SAFETY INFORMATION and ankle so they do not flap), anda bright colored jacket.  Do not carry too much luggage onthe scooter. An overloaded scoot-er is unstable. EAU50823 Charging the battery safely  Do not charge the battery in areaspotentially exposed to rain or wa-ter. This could cause an ...

2-1 1 2 DESCRIPTION EAU10410 Left view 1 2 5 4 7 3 6 1. Main switch/steering lock (page 4-1)2. Seat lock (page 4-12)3. Grab bar (page 4-13)4. Motor housing5. Rear brake lever free play adjusting nut (page 8-6)6. Footrest7. Front brake lever free play adjusting nut (page 8-6) 1CB-9-E0.book 1 ページ ２０１０...

DESCRIPTION 2-2 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 EAU10420 Right view 1 3 4 2 5 1. Charging cord (page 6-4)2. Seat (page 4-12)3. Luggage hook (page 4-13)4. Footrest5. Centerstand (page 8-9) 1CB-9-E0.book 2 ページ ２０１０年１０月１５日　金曜日　午前１０時１９分

DESCRIPTION 2-3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 EAU10430 Controls and instruments 1 2 4 5 3 1. Rear brake lever (page 4-11)2. Handlebar switches (page 4-11)3. Multi-function display (page 4-2)4. Front brake lever (page 4-11)5. Accelerator grip (page 8-4) 1CB-9-E0.book 3 ページ ２０１０年１０月１５日　金曜日　午前１０時１９分

3-1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 EC-03 FEATURES EAU50470 Features The features of the EC-03 are follow-ing:  The driving power source is onlyelectricity and there is no need forfuel supply or engine oil change.  High performance motor withgreatly reduced noise and vibra-tion providing a pleasant ride.  Chargi...

EC-03 FEATURES 3-2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 traveled on a single charge increases. : Recommended mode for effective operation : Less effective operation than the power mode : Distance traveled is shorter than the standard mode EAU50332 Traveling distance TIP The distance that can be traveled on asingle cha...

EC-03 FEATURES 3-3 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ously riding in the power mode ascompared with riding in the stan-dard mode.  Because of the battery character,the riding distance might be re-duced according to the ambienttemperature due to changes of thebattery temperature.  The distance that can be traveledbe...

EC-03 FEATURES 3-4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 EAU50351 Battery level TIP Be sure to check the battery level be-fore each ride. Checking the battery level Check the number of segments dis-played in the battery level indicator. TIP While charging the battery, the indica-tor shows the progress status of charg-i...

EC-03 FEATURES 3-5 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Battery level reference table Lit Flashing Battery level (%) Battery level indicatorin the display What to do OK. Go ahead with riding. OK. Go ahead with riding.The 4th segment flashes to indicate that the remaining battery charge is now abovehalf level. OK. Go ahe...

4-1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU49982 Beeper The EC-03 informs you of the followingoperations and status of the vehicle us-ing the beeper.  Key in “ON” position  Standby mode (See page 7-2.)  A control button is pushed  Security lock unlocked  Security lock unlock fail...

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 4-2 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 To lock the steering 1. Turn the handlebars all the way to the left. 2. Push the key in from the “OFF” po- sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”while still pushing it. 3. Remove the key. To unlock the steering Push the key in, and then turn it to“OFF...

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 4-4 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 TIP When the vehicle is in the riding mode,the beeper sounds. The beeper stopswhen either brake lever is squeezed orthe vehicle starts moving. Control buttons Button 1 “POWER”Button 2 “SET”Button 3 “SELECT”The following operations and settingsare ...

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 4-6 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 start to move if the accelerator gripis turned while the key is turned to“ON”. Speed warning indicator “SPEED” If the vehicle speed exceeds 45 km/h,the speed warning indicator appearsand the warning light flashes. Operating status indicator “RUN” ...

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 4-7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Speed warning indicatorThe warning light flashes when vehiclespeed exceeds 45 km/h. At the sametime, the speed warning indicator“SPEED” appears. Error warningsIf a problem is detected, the warninglight comes on. In this case, check forthe warnin...

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 4-8 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 The display shows that the vehicleis in the riding mode. TIP  When the security lock is locked,after changing to the ridingmode, enter the security number to unlock the security lock. (Seepage 7-1 for more informationabout unlocking the securityl...

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 4-9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 for a few seconds, and the vehiclereturns to the riding mode. Repeatthe procedure from step 3. 5. “NEW” and “– – – – –” are dis- played. Enter a new security number.The security number consists of afour-digit number. Enter a numberusing the butt...

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 4-11 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 EAU12348 Handlebar switches Left EAU12460 Turn signal switch “ / ” To signal a right-hand turn, push thisswitch to “ ”. To signal a left-handturn, push this switch to “ ”. When re-leased, the switch returns to the centerposition. To cancel the ...

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 4-12 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 EAUT3170 Seat To open the seat 1. Place the vehicle on the center- stand. 2. Insert the key in the lock, and then turn it clockwise. 3. Fold the seat up. To close the seat 1. Fold the seat down, and then push it down to lock it in place. 2. Remov...

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 4-13 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 helmet attached to the helmetholder, since the helmet may hitobjects, causing loss of controland possibly an accident. [EWA10161] To release the helmet from the hel-met holder Open the seat, remove the helmetholding cable from the helmet holder...

5-1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS EAU15596 Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspectionand maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual. WARNING EWA11151 Failure to ins...

6-1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 CHARGING THE BATTERY EAU50560 WARNING EWA15760  If the vehicle is damaged due tooverturning or accident, do notplug in the charging plug to theoutlet. Otherwise it could causean electric shock or short cir-cuit. Have a Yamaha dealercheck the charging plug beforecharging the batt...

CHARGING THE BATTERY 6-2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 dent, do not plug in the chargingcord. Have your vehiclechecked by a Yamaha dealer assoon as possible. NOTICE ECA17451 Improper charging can damage thebattery and built-in battery charger.  Do not charge in a place ex- posed to direct sunlight or neara hea...

CHARGING THE BATTERY 6-3 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Examples of unsuitable charging locations Charging in a place exposed to directsunlight or near a heater. Charging in cold places such as in astorage shed, outdoors or in the winter. EAU50394 Charging procedure WARNING EWA15691  Do not handle the charging pl...

CHARGING THE BATTERY 6-4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 dow.  Do not pull or apply excessiveforce to the charging cord.  Do not drop the charging cordor charging plug or expose it tostrong impact.  Do not secure the charging cordor charging plug in a place withsharp objects such as a nail.  Do not step on th...

CHARGING THE BATTERY 6-5 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 6. Close the seat and push down on the back to lock it in position. TIP Before 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 whencharging the battery. 8...

CHARGING THE BATTERY 6-6 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 indicator level appears in the dis-play and the beeper sounds. All in-dicator segments appear for a fewseconds, and the chargingprogress status is shown. TIP  The battery may be above themaximum 50  C suitable for charg- ing immediately after riding. In t...

CHARGING THE BATTERY 6-7 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 pears in the display during charg-ing. The display goes off if thecharging plug is unplugged duringcharging.  Even if the key is turned to “ON”,the vehicle does not enter thestandby mode during charging. Completing charging When the battery is fully charged,...

CHARGING THE BATTERY 6-8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 5. Close the seat, and push down on the back to lock it in position. TIP  Before closing the seat, make surethat nothing is left under the seat.  Make sure that the seat is securelylocked before riding. 6. Remove the key. WARNING EWA15900 When not in use,...

CHARGING THE BATTERY 6-9 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 EAU50411 Display of charging progress status The charging process is displayed bythe battery level indicator. EAU50425 About the battery Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery The Li-ion battery used in the EC-03features high energy density and has ahigh voltage (appro...

CHARGING THE BATTERY 6-10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Battery depletion The electric output capacity of theLi-ion battery used in the EC-03 gradu-ally decreases in the course of use. Al-though the extent of depletion variesbased on the conditions of use, electricoutput capacity typically decreases to70% of a ...

7-1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU15951 Read the Owner’s Manual carefully tobecome familiar with all controls. Ifthere is a control or function you do notunderstand, ask your Yamaha dealer. WARNING EWA10271 Failure to familiarize yourself withthe controls can lead to loss ...

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS 7-2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 5. Turn the key to “ON”. After all displays come on for a fewseconds, the vehicle enters thestandby mode. TIP  When the security lock is locked,the security lock indicator “ LOCK” comes on.  If the accelerator grip is turnedwhile the vehi...

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS 7-3 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 TIP When the vehicle enters the ridingmode, the beeper sounds. The beeperstops sounding when either brake leveris squeezed or the vehicle starts mov-ing. If the entered security number isincorrect, the buzzer sounds, “NG”flashes for a few sec...

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS 7-4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 TIP The beeper sounds while the turn sig-nal switch is signaling. 3. Check in front of and behind the vehicle to make sure that it is safeto start off. 4. Release the rear brake lever.5. Check for oncoming traffic, and then slowly turn the ...

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS 7-5 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 EAU50961 Braking WARNING EWA10300  Avoid braking hard or suddenly(especially when leaning over toone side), otherwise the scootermay skid or overturn.  Railroad crossings, streetcarrails, iron plates on road con-struction sites, and manhole...

8-1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU50130 Periodic inspection, adjustment, and lu-brication will keep your vehicle in thesafest and most efficient condition pos-sible. Safety is an obligation of the vehi-cle owner/operator. The most importantpoints of vehicle inspection, adj...

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8-2 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 EAU50610 TIP  The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance is performed in-stead.  From 30000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 6000 km.  Items marked with an asterisk should be per...

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8-4 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 EAU50143 Checking for irregular motor sounds Check the motor for irregular sounds. TIP The motor cannot be revved beyond acertain motor speed by turning the ac-celerator grip when the vehicle is on thecenterstand. EAU50154 Checking the accelera...

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8-5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 EAU50673 Tires To maximize the performance, durabil-ity, and safe operation of your vehicle,note the following points regarding thespecified tires. Tire air pressure The tire air pressure should be checkedand, if necessary, adjusted before ea...

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8-6 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 edge and experience to do so.  Ride at moderate speeds afterchanging a tire since the tiresurface must first be “brokenin” for it to develop its optimalcharacteristics. EAU22002 Cast wheels WARNING EWA10610 The wheels on this model are not de-...

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8-7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Rear Periodically check the front and rearbrake lever free play and, if necessary,adjust them as follows.To increase the brake lever free play,turn the adjusting nut at the brake shoeplate in direction (a). To decrease thebrake lever free pla...

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8-8 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 EAU22361 Checking the front and rear brake shoes Front Rear The front and rear brake shoes must bechecked for wear at the intervals spec-ified in the periodic maintenance andlubrication chart. Each brake is provid-ed with a wear indicator, whic...

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8-9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 EAU43631 Lubricating the front and rear brake levers Front brake lever Rear brake lever The pivoting points of the front and rearbrake levers must be lubricated at theintervals specified in the periodic main-tenance and lubrication chart. EAU...

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8-10 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 EAU42081 Checking the front fork The condition and operation of the frontfork must be checked as follows at theintervals specified in the periodic main-tenance and lubrication chart. To check the condition Check the inner tubes for scratchesan...

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8-11 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 EAU23291 Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings mustbe checked at the intervals specified inthe periodic maintenance and lubrica-tion chart. If there is play in the wheelhub or if the wheel does not turnsmoothly, have ...

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8-12 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 2. Disconnect the headlight coupler, and then remove the bulb cover. 3. Unhook the headlight bulb holder, and then remove the burnt-outbulb. 4. Place a new headlight bulb into po- sition, and then secure it with thebulb holder. 5. Install the ...

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8-13 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 3. Insert a new bulb into the socket, push it in, and then turn it clock-wise until it stops. 4. Install the lens by installing the screws. NOTICE: Do not over- tighten the screws, otherwisethe lens may break. [ECA10681] EAU24204 Replacing a...

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8-14 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 EAU50572 Checking the charging cord and charging plug  Check that there is no damage tothe charging cord or charging plug,and if problem is detected, have aYamaha dealer check the vehicle.  Check that there is no dirt or for-eign material on...

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8-15 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 EAU50182 Troubleshooting If a problem occurs, check the followingbefore taking the vehicle to a Yamahadealer. However, if no electric power issupplied (nothing appears in the dis-play), have a Yamaha dealer check thevehicle. The vehicle does...

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8-16 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 NOTICE ECA11981 Do not use a bulb of a wattage otherthan specified to avoid causing ex-tensive damage to the electrical sys-tem and possibly a fire. The motor stops while riding Check the following: 1. Is the battery sufficiently charged? Chec...

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8-17 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 The warning light comes on, and “CHG” and the warning mark “ ” flash during charging If a problem occurs during charging, thecharging automatically stops. Thewarning light comes on and both “CHG”and the warning mark “ ” flash. TIP If this co...

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8-18 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 “HEAT” flashes in the display dur-ing charging This is not a malfunction. The charging process is in the standbymode because the battery temperatureis higher than 50  C. Allow the battery to cool down.When the battery temperature falls tothe ...

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8-19 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 The battery is near the end of its ser-vice life.Push one of the control buttons (Seepage 4-3.) to cancel the beeper. Thisswitches the vehicle to the standbymode. Cancel the standby mode by pushing acontrol button again.Although the vehicle ...

9-1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE EAU37833 Matte color caution NOTICE ECA15192 Some models are equipped withmatte colored finished parts. Besure to consult a Yamaha dealer foradvice on what products to use be-fore cleaning the vehicle. Using abrush, harsh chemical products orcleaning co...

SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE 9-2 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9  Improper cleaning can damageplastic parts (such as cowlings,panels, windshields, headlightlenses, meter lenses, etc.) andthe mufflers. Use only a soft,clean cloth or sponge with wa-ter to clean plastic. However, ifthe plastic parts cannot be thor-oughly...

SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE 9-3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 3. To prevent corrosion, it is recom- mended to apply a corrosion pro-tection spray on all metal,including chrome- and nickel-plat-ed, surfaces. 4. Use spray oil as a universal clean- er to remove any remaining dirt. 5. Touch up minor paint damage cause...

SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE 9-4 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 der to extend the battery life, it isrecommended to charge thebattery until the battery level in-dicator reaches a maximum of2–3 segments. A lower or highercharge is not recommended.  Make sure that the amount ofcharge remaining in the batterydoes not fa...

10-1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 SPECIFICATIONS EAU50970 Dimensions: Overall length: 1565 mm (61.6 in) Overall width: 600 mm (23.6 in) Overall height: 990 mm (39.0 in) Seat height: 745 mm (29.3 in) Wheelbase: 1080 mm (42.5 in) Ground clearance: 110 mm (4.33 in) Minimum turning radius: 1700 mm (66.9 in) Wei...

11-1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 CONSUMER INFORMATION EAU48611 Identification numbers Record the vehicle identification num-ber and model label information in thespaces provided below for assistancewhen ordering spare parts from aYamaha dealer or for reference in casethe vehicle is stolen.VEHICLE IDENTIFI...

INDEX A Acceleration and deceleration....................7-4Accelerator grip, checking..........................8-4 B Battery, charging location ..........................6-1Battery, charging procedure.......................6-3Battery, charging safely .............................1-5Battery, chargin...