VESPA LX 125 150 Euro 3, User Manual

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ER TOO MUCH IN ORDER TO AVOID DANGEROUS LEAKAGE OF BATTERY
ELECTROLYTE
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Checking the electrolyte level
The electrolyte level, which should be checked regularly, must always be at the max-
imum level. To reach this level, use only distilled water. Should it become necessary
to top up the battery with water too frequently, check the scooter's electrical system
because the battery is being overloaded, causing it to lose power quickly.
CAUTION
ELECTROLYTE CONTAINS SULPHURIC ACID: AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES,
SKIN AND CLOTHES. IN THE CASE OF ACCIDENTAL CONTACT, RINSE WITH
ABUNDANT OF WATER AND CONSULT A DOCTOR.
Long periods of inactivity
Battery performance will decrease if the vehicle is not used for a long time. This is the
result of the natural phenomenon of battery discharging plus residual absorption by
vehicle components with constant power consumption. Poor battery performance may
also be due to environmental conditions and the cleanness of the poles. In order to
avoid difficult starts and/or irreversible damage to the battery, follow any of these
steps:
- At least once a month start the engine and run it slightly above idle speed for 10-15
minutes. This keeps all the engine components, as well as the battery, in good working
order.
- Take your vehicle to a garage (as indicated in the "Vehicle not used for extended
periods" section) to have the battery removed. Have the battery cleaned, charged fully
and stored in a dry, ventilated place. Recharge
at least once every two months .
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