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ALL VEHICLES
• General: All the parts should be in place and properly installed. Be sure that all nuts, bolts, and screws are tight.
• Tires: Check for proper tire pressure. Visually inspect tires for wear, damage, and proper inflation on a daily basis. See
Vehicle Specifications on page 51 and 52.
• Performance Inspection: Inspect as instructed. See Performance Inspection below.
Electric Vehicles
• Batteries: Check electrolyte to ensure that it is at its proper level (Figure 30, Page39). Check battery posts. Wires should
be tight and free of corrosion. Charge batteries fully before first use of vehicle.
• Charger cord, plug, and receptacle: Visually inspect for cracks, loose connections, and frayed wiring. See Plug and
Receptacle on page 42.
Gasoline Vehicles
• Battery: Check electrolyte to ensure it is at the proper level (Figure 38, Page 45). Check battery posts. Wires should be
tight and free of corrosion and battery should be fully charged.
• Engine: Check for proper engine oil level. See Engine Oil - Gasoline Vehicles on page 46.
• Fuel: Check fuel level. See Fueling Instructions - Gasoline Vehicles on page 49. Check fuel tank, lines, cap, pump, fuel
filters, and carburetor for fuel leakage.
• Exhaust system: Check for leaks
WARNING
• Be sure the plastic has been removed from the seat bottom before operating the vehicle. Failure to
do so may result in a fire, property damage, personal injury, or death.
PERFORMANCE INSPECTION
After you have familiarized yourself with the vehicle controls and have read and understood the driving instructions, take the
vehicle for a test drive.
Use the following checklist in conjunction with the Daily Pre-Operation and Safety Checklist as a guide to inspect the vehicle
and check daily for proper operation. Any problems should be corrected by a trained technician.
ALL VEHICLES
• Forward/Reverse switch: Check for proper operation. See Controls and Indicators - Electric Vehicles on page 12 or
Controls and Indicators - Gasoline Vehicles on page 17.
• Brakes: Be sure the brakes function properly. When brake pedal is pressed using moderate pressure, the vehicle should
come to a smooth, straight stop. If the vehicle swerves or fails to stop, stops abruptly, or makes a grinding or squeaking
noise, have the brake system checked and adjusted as required. Continued, moderate brake pedal pressure should be
able to lock the wheels, but using lesser pressure should also permit a slow, gradual deceleration.
• Park brake: When latched, the park brake should lock the wheels and hold the vehicle stationary (on an incline of 20% or
less). It should release when either the accelerator or brake pedal is pressed.
• Reverse buzzer: The reverse buzzer will sound as a warning when the Forward/Reverse handle or switch is in the
REVERSE position.
• Steering: The vehicle should be easy to steer and should not have any play in the steering wheel.
• General: Listen for any unusual noises such as squeaks or rattles. Check the vehicle's ride and performance. Have a
trained technician investigate anything unusual.
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