GENERAL INFORMATION & ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Page A-8
Repair and Service Manual
Read all of Section B and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings
To prevent possible inju-
ry, make sure the seat is
in the lowered position
when carrying a passenger. Raise the seat if no pas-
senger will be carried. DO NOT allow a passenger to
stand on the rear step.
Programmable Speed Controller
The vehicle is equipped with a programmable speed con-
troller, which provides a variety of diagnostic data and
can be used to change factory speed settings. For infor-
mation about diagnostics, troubleshooting, adjustments
and factory settings, see pages 27 - 30 of this manual.
EE UNITS
This vehicle is available in “EE” versions. “EE” Units
meet all the requirements of “E” Units and provide addi-
tional safeguards against inherent fire and electrical haz-
ards, as specified per U.L. 583.
The additional components used on “EE” vehicles
include:
• head light guard
• rear light guard
• terminal boots for the circuit breaker, motor, and
forward, reverse and main solenoids
• a static strap
• a safety hasp to keep the battery compartment
securely closed
“EE” Units function identically to “E” Units.
BEFORE ENTERING VEHICLE
1. Check for correct tire inflation.
2. Inspect for fluid leaks.
3. Be sure everything is properly stored and secured.
If vehicle has built-in charger, unplug power cord from
electrical outlet and properly store cord under instrument
panel prior to moving vehicle. If vehicle has a portable
charger, remove charger plug from vehicle receptacle
and properly store cable prior to moving vehicle.
OPERATING THE VEHICLE
Improper use of the vehicle or the lack
of proper maintenance may result in
decreased performance or damage to the vehicle.
Read and understand the following warnings before
attempting to operate the vehicle:
To reduce the possibility
of severe injury or death
resulting from loss of
vehicle control, the following warnings must be
observed:
Drive the vehicle only as fast as terrain and safety
considerations allow. Consider the terrain, traffic
conditions and the environmental factors which
effect the terrain and the ability to control the
vehicle.
Use extra care and reduced speed when driving
on poor surfaces, such as loose dirt, wet grass,
gravel, etc.
Avoid extremely rough terrain.
Avoid driving fast down hill. A sudden stop or
change of direction may result in loss of control.
Use service brake to control speed when traveling
down an incline.
Slow down before and during turns. All turns
should be executed at reduced speed.
All travel should be directly up or down hills.
Use extra care when driving the vehicle across
any incline.
Stay in designated areas and avoid steep slopes. To
reduce the possibility of severe injury or death result-
ing from improper vehicle operation, the following
warnings must be observed:
Refer to GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS for capacity.
Make sure that the direction selector is in correct
position before attempting to start the vehicle.
Do not take vehicle out of ‘gear’ while in motion
(coast).
Always bring the vehicle to a complete stop
before shifting the direction selector.
Check the area behind the vehicle before operat-
ing in reverse.
Always hold on while the vehicle is in motion.
Keep feet, legs, hands and arms inside the vehicle
at all times.
To prevent inadvertent movement when the vehi-
cle is to be left unattended, set parking brake ped-
al completely, move direction selector switch to
neutral position, turn key to ‘OFF’ position and
remove key.
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