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Storage and cleaning
Prolonged non-use of the scooter during winter or another season requires specific
operations requiring suitable materials, equipment and techniques.
Scooter
If the scooter will not be used for an extended period of time, perform the
following operations before storing it: Wash the scooter and stabilize it with its side
stand on hard, level ground. Rotate the handlebars to the left and lock the steering.
Remove the ignition key. Choose a location suitable for long-term storage for the
safety of the two-wheeler. Before reusing it, carry out a complete inspection to
verify the performance of all parts.
Fuel
Before immobilizing the scooter, empty the fuel tank: gasoline is indeed highly
flammable, and can even become explosive under certain conditions. Never leave
the scooter near a heat source. Never park it in a place where there are very
flammable materials (grain, coal, cotton, etc.): the fuel in the tank could start a fire
by coming into contact with the flames.
Tires
Inflate the tires to normal pressure. Keep their surface clean. Avoid prolonged
exposure to direct sunlight or moisture. Avoid contacting the tires with corrosive
solutions (acids, alkalis and oil).
Battery
In case of prolonged non-use, remove the battery and fully charge it before
storing it in a safe place out of the reach of children. Then recharge it once a month
in summer, once every two months in winter. If the battery is left in place for a long
time, recharge it once a month.
Storage and its stages
If the scooter is equipped with a conventional battery, check the electrolyte level
once a month. If the fluid level is low, quickly add distilled water to the upper mark.
(Never use electrolyte or tap water)
Keep the battery clean at all times. There is a risk of corrosion in the event of
electrolyte splashing on the vehicle body or on the battery terminals and wires. If this
happens, rinse immediately with clean water and apply a layer of grease after drying.
A lack of power can cause difficulty starting, reduce the sound level of the horn and
prevent the turn signals from functioning. Recharge the battery immediately for 15 to
20 hours. Note that prolonged storage of a discharged battery may damage it.
A battery has reached its maximum operating time if: its terminals are covered
with a white deposit; it delivers low power; the electrolyte volume is less than the
minimum mark and, in each of the above cases, if its performance cannot be restored
after long-term storage, even after recharging.
Reuse after storage: the procedure
1. Thoroughly clean the scooter.
