E-Z-GO Express S6 - Electric Owner Manual - Page 14

SAFETY Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers. Ventilation 1 Maintenance and storage areas shall be properly ventilated to avoid fire hazards in accordance with applicable fire codes and ordinances. Ventilation for gasoline powered golf cars shall be provided to remove flammable vapors, fumes and other flammable materials. Consult applicable fire codes for specific levels of ventilation. Ventilation for electric powered golf cars shall be provided to remove the accumulation of flammable hydrogen gas emitted during the charging process. The amount of hydrogen gas emitted depends upon a number of factors such as the condition of the batteries, the output rate of the battery charger and the amount of time the batteries are on charge. Hydrogen emissions are generally considered to be in the area of 10 to 20 cubic liters per car per charge. Because of the highly volatile nature of hydrogen gas and its propensity to rise and accumulate at the ceiling in pockets, a minimum of 5 air changes per hour is recommended. The controlling party shall consult applicable fire and safety codes for the specific ventilation levels required as well as the use of explosion proof electrical apparatus. Maintenance Procedures All maintenance shall be performed in accordance with the manufacturer's recommended maintenance procedures as outlined in the manufacturer's operation and service manuals. Maintenance Safety Procedures All maintenance shall be performed in accordance with the manufacturer's recommended safety procedures as outlined in the manufacturer's operation and service manuals. The following list of recommended safety procedures are general in nature and in no way supersede the manufacturer's specific instructions. Follow manufacturer's instructions for immobilizing golf car before beginning any maintenance. Block chassis before working underneath golf car. Before disconnecting any part of the fuel system, drain the system and turn all shut off valves to the 'OFF' position to prevent leakage or accumulation of flammable fuels in the work area. Avoid fire hazards and have fire protection equipment available. Before performing any maintenance on an electric golf car, disable the electrical system in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Use only properly insulated tools when working on electrically powered golf cars or around batteries. Brakes, steering mechanisms, warning devices, governors and all other safety devices shall be inspected and maintained in a safe and proper operating condition and shall not be modified as supplied by the manufacturer. After each maintenance or repair the golf car shall be driven by qualified, trained and authorized personnel to ensure proper operation and adjustment. Driving golf car to check for proper operation and adjustment after repair shall be performed in an area that is free of vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Record all maintenance performed in a maintenance record log by date, name of person performing maintenance and type of maintenance. Controlling party management should periodically inspect maintenance log to ensure currency 1- 8