Beamer Manual
Beamer Manual
Beamer Manual
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 owners manual
The operator should completely read and understand this owners manual before operating this vehicle. This owners 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.
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 Controls, switches and feature locations Control feature operations Engine stop switch Turn Signal Switch Horn Button Head Light Control Switch Ignition Switch Instrument Cluster Throttle Control Throttle Cable Adjustment Brake Systems Front and Rear brakes Front Hydraulic Brake Inspection Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir Purging the brake lines Rear Brake Inspection Fuel System Fuel tank Fuel Cap Inline Fuel Filter Engine Oil Oil Indicator light Oil Tank Tires and Wheels Tire pressure Spark Plug Spark Arrester Screen Air Filter Electrical Battery C.V.T. Air Filter (Transmission) Front Forks Beamer Break-In Procedure Pre-Operation Inspection Starting procedure Driving Parking Specifications Maintenance Schedule Wiring Diagram Viper 50 Manufactures Warranty Owners notes 3 3 4 4 4 4 5 5 6 6 6 7 7 8 8 9 9 9 9 10 10 10 10 10 11 11 11 12 12 12 13 13 13 13 14 14-15 16 17 18-19 20
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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.
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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 sever damage to the engine and potentially unsafe operating condition. Refill your oil tank with High grade JASO FC 2 cycle injector oil.
Ignition Switch
The ignition switch is located on the control columns 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.
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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, () 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.
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 can not be obtained with the adjustment system.
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The fluid level should fill at least 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).
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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 To bleed the air will require two people to perform the brakes may need to be adjusted or replaced. following procedure.
1. Place a drain pan under the brake caliper to catch the fluid. 2. Open the bleeder valve 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. To adjust the rear brake, turn the adjusting The lever should feel firm and stop without nut located on the brake arm on the rear fading. wheel. Adjust the nut so that the brake arm engages when ever the rear brake lever is Rear Brake System Inspection 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
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
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Fuel System
or replace the seal if it becomes worn or torn. The seal must be in good condition to insure a proper seal of the cap to the tank to prevent fuel spills. DO NOT allow dirt or other debris to enter the tank when refueling. Replace the cap if damaged or if it will not seal to the tank. The fuel tank capacity is 5.5 liters, 1.5 gal.
Fuel Tank
The fuel tank fill cap is located at the rear of the vehicle just behind the seat. Your vehicle is equipped with a locking fuel tank cap that is opened with the same key that is used in the ignition switch. To unlock your cap simply insert the ignition key into the lock and turn clockwise until the cap releases. Lift the cap from the tank and refuel your vehicle with unleaded automotive grade gasoline of 89 octane or higher. To replace the cap, align the locator lug on the cap with the notch in the tank neck and press the cap down until you hear the locking lugs click.
the engine is running or with a hot exhaust system. Wait 30 minutes after
turning off the unit before refueling. Spilling fuel on a HOT engine or exhaust could cause a fire. Wipe up any fuel spills before restarting.
Every time you refuel your unit, check the rubber seal inside the cap for cuts, tears and dirt. Clean
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Engine Oil
Your vehicle uses 2 cycle oil to lubricate the engine. The oil tank is located under the seat at the front of the unit. Oil is drawn from this tank by an oil injector pump when the engine is operating.
cover. The oil tank capacity is 1.1 liters, 1.2qt. Fill the tank with high quality JASO FC grade 2 cycle injector engine oil. Using lower grade oil can cause exhaust smoke and result in damage to your engine. The unit is also equipped with an oil level indicator lamp. The lamp will light when the oil level in the tank is low. When the lamp is lit you MUST refill the oil tank. IMPORTANT NOTE: Your first tank of fuel should be a pre-mix fuel with a 50:1 fuel to oil ratio. This will insure the engine is lubricated and give the oil pump time to bleed any air from the oil line that may have occurred during shipping.
DO NOT allow the engine to operate with an empty oil tank. Doing so will result in extensive damage to your engine. This damage is not covered under the warranty.
Check the oil tank level manually every 500 miles of operation.
If your unit is creating excessive smoke from the exhaust insure that you have used a JASO FC grade 2 cycle injector oil in the tank. If you are sure your oil is of the correct grade, your oil pump may need adjustment. The oil pump must be adjusted by an authorized ETON Dealer.
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Spark Plug
Replace the spark plug every 10,000 miles or if the plug should become damaged or fouled. We recommend that you use NGK - BPR7HS. Disconnect spark plug wire. Clean dirt from around spark plug base with brush or air. (Caution: do not allow dirt or foreign material to enter the engine) Remove spark plug with spark plug wrench. Set the spark plug gap on the new plug to 0.023. Install the new plug screwing it in finger tight and then use the plug wrench to screw the plug in another turn. Inspect the spark plug wire for cuts, nicks or other damage. Replace as needed.
The air filter box is located on the left side of the engine under the body cover. It is a black box about 6 square and is attached to the crankcase with two bolts and the carburetor by a tube.
Air Filter
Air Filter Maintenance To maintain the highest performance from your engine and to reduce excessive wear that could cause engine failure the engine requires a continuous flow of clean air. Air is taken into the engine through an air filter to clean the air prior to mixing it with fuel and oil in the carburetor. During normal operation the filter accumulates dirt from the air and will need to be cleaned to maintain the proper air flow. The filter should be cleaned every 3000 miles, more often if you ride in a dusty or dirty environment and the element should be replaced every year.
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Electrical Battery
There is an inline fuse on the positive lead of the battery to protect the wiring system from over loads. If your starter motor will not turn over and the battery is fully charged, check the inline fuse on the unit. Replace the fuse with a 7A fuse.
C.V.T. Filter
The units battery is located under the floor board mat and supplies electrical power to the unit. The battery is a 12 volt gel acid type that contains no liquid electrolyte. The battery should be removed from the vehicle when stored for extended periods and charged before being replaced in the unit. Use a trickle charger set at 12 volts to recharge the battery to full charge before replacing it in the unit. When reinstalling the battery, be sure to connect the red cable to the positive (+) terminal and the black cable to the negative (-) terminal. The battery should be replaced every three years or when it no longer holds a charge. Do not expose the battery, for extended periods of time, to freezing temperatures. If the battery has been frozen it will need to be replaced.
This unit is equipped with an air filter for the C.V.T. transmission. It is located on the left-hand side of the engine, just ahead of the kick starter spindle. The filter will accumulate dust and must be cleaned periodically to maintain normal vehicle operations. Inspect and clean the filter every 3000 miles, more frequently if operated in a dusty environment. To clean the filter, remove the two cover bolts and remove the filter. Clean the filter element in a non-flammable solvent and let dry completely before reinstalling. Replace the filter element and the cover.
FRONT FORKS
Check the front forks of your vehicle for signs of damage or leaking oil. If either is noticed, return the vehicle to your dealer for service.
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11. Insure you are wearing proper clothing and protective gear, such as helmet and hard soled shoes.
Starting Procedure
The following procedure must be followed each time you start your Beamer. Park the unit on a level surface. Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn to the ON position. Turn the engine stop switch to the ON position. Apply slight pressure to the throttle grip. Hold in both brake levers while pressing the starter button on the right handlebar switch. NOTE: Your Beamer is equipped with a safety brake interlock switch which will prevent the engine from starting without the brakes being applied. Your unit should start within 10 seconds of pushing the starter button. If the unit fails to start check the following: 1. Engine stop switch is ON. 2. Brake levers applied If your battery does not have enough charge to turn the starter motor you can use the alternate kick starter to crank the engine. Swing the kick starter foot peddle to the out board position and while holding both brake levers, apply a quick downward push to turn the engine over.
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passenger pedals. Always keep your feet on the footrests and your hands on the handlebar grips while operating your Beamer. Doing so will give you the best control of the unit. Be sure that you and your passenger are NOT wearing loose fitting clothing that could become entangled in the moving parts of the vehicle. Start the vehicle in a forward motion by slowly increasing the throttle pressure. Never place more than 12lbs / 5kg load on the rear rack. Doing so may cause the vehicle to become unbalanced and cause an unsafe driving condition. Never carry anything on the handlebars or your lap while driving your vehicle. Doing so can cause a loss of control over the vehicle. Learn to steer your scooter by shifting your weight in the direction of the turn. (Lean into the turn) Use your front & rear brakes to control your speed and to stop. Sudden braking force can cause the vehicle to start sliding. To regain control, release the braking pressure until you have regained control of the vehicle. When the road surface is wet, the braking distance is double that of when the road surface is dry. Keep a safe distance between yourself and the vehicle in front of you.
It is not recommended to operate this vehicle in slippery conditions such as on snow or ice covered roads. When going downhill, release the throttle grip and use your brakes to control your speed. After washing your vehicle your brake shoe and pad may have become wet and will reduce the braking force until they have had a chance to dry.
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Chassis
Overall Length Overall Width Overall High Wheel Base Dry Weight
Suspension
Front Rear
Brakes
Front Rear
Tires
Front Rear Tire Pressure
Carburetor
Make/Size Main Jet Pilot Jet Air Mixture Adjustment
Battery Fluids
Fuel 2 Cycle Oil Transmission Type Volume Type Volume Type Volume Unleaded Gasoline 89 octane 5.5liters / 1.5gal High grade synthetic 2 cycle injector oil 1.1 liters / 1.2qts SAE 80/90 weight 100cc / 3.4oz
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Spark Plug
NGK (recommended) Nipendenso Champion Electrode Gap BPR7HS W22FRP-U QL82YC 0.6-0.7mm / 0.023" 150kg / 330lbs.
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Maintenance Schedule
First week Every 30 Days Every Year Notes
Replace Fuel & Vent Lines every 2 years Inspect as part of pre-ride inspection
Fuel Lines Throttle Operation Air Filter Fuel Filter Spark Plug Drive Chain Brake Shoes Brake System Brake Fluid Bolts, Nuts & Fasteners Wheels Steering system Suspension System C.V.T. Filter C.V.T. Drive belt Transmission Oil Choke Spark Arrester Battery C I I I I I I C I I, L I I
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Inspect as part of pre-ride inspection Inspect as part of pre-ride inspection Replace every 2 years Inspect as part of pre-ride inspection Inspect as part of pre-ride inspection Inspect as part of pre-ride inspection
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Every 6 months
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