APRILIA SCARABEO 250 Mode D'emploi page 46

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If the engine does not start in three or
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four seconds, slightly rotate the throttle
grip (7) (Pos. B), keeping the starter
pushbutton " " (6) pressed.
As soon as the engine has started, the
engine oil pressure warning light "
(4) must go out. If the light stays on or
comes on during normal operation, it
means that oil pressure in the circuit is
too low. Stop the engine immediately
and contact an aprilia Authorized
Dealer. Do not use the vehicle with
insufficient engine oil, in order to avoid
damaging the engine components.
Keep at least one brake operated and do
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not accelerate until you are ready to
move off.
46 use and maintenance Scarabeo 250
Never move off abruptly with a cold
engine. To reduce emissions and fuel
consumption, ride slowly until covering
several miles to warm the engine up to
operating temperature.
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STARTING
WITH FLOODED ENGINE
If the starting is not carried out properly or if
there is too much fuel in the intake ducts
and in the carburetor, the engine may get
flooded.
To clean a flooded engine:
Press the start pushbutton " " (6) for a
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few seconds (letting the engine crank)
w i t h c o m p l e t e l y o p e n t h r o t t l e ( 7 )
(Pos.C).
STARTING THE ENGINE IN THE COLD
If ambient temperature is low (close to or
below 0°C), you may have trouble starting
the engine on the first try.
If so:
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Hold down the starter button " " (6) for
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at least five seconds and open the
throttle grip (7) slightly (Pos. B).
If the engine starts:
Release the throttle grip (7) (Pos.A).
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If idle speed is erratic, flip the throttle grip
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(7) moderately several times.
If the engine fails to start
Wait a few seconds and repeat the
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COLD START PROCEDURE.
If necessary, remove the spark plug, see
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page 63 (SPARK PLUG) and make sure
that it is not wet.
If the spark plug is wet, clean and dry it.
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Before reinstalling it:
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Put a clean cloth on the cylinder
near the spark plug seat, in order to protect
it from oil sprays.
Press the start pushbutton " " (6) and let
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the starter run for about five seconds
without accelerating.