E-Z-GO Shuttle 22 TXT - Electric Owner Manual - Page 11

SAFETY INFORMATION Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers. Never modify the vehicle in any way that will alter the weight distribution of the vehicle, decrease its stability or increase the speed or extend the stopping distance beyond the factory specification. Such modifications can result in serious personal injury or death. Do not make any such modifications or changes. E-Z-GO prohibits and disclaims responsibility for all such modifications or and alterations which would adversely affect the safety of the vehicle. Vehicles that are capable of higher speeds must limit their speed to no more than the speed of other vehicles when used in a golf course environment. Additionally, speed should be further moderated by the environmental conditions, terrain and common sense. Operation of the vehicle is limited to persons above the height of 59 inches (150 cm). GENERAL OPERATION ALWAYS: • use the vehicle in a responsible manner and maintain the vehicle in safe operating condition • read and observe all warnings and operation instruction labels affixed to the vehicle • follow all safety rules established in the area where the vehicle is being operated • Leave the vehicle when there is a risk of lightning. • reduce speed to compensate for poor terrain or conditions • apply service brake to control speed on steep grades • maintain adequate distance between vehicles • maintain adequate distance between vehicles • reduce speed in wet areas • use extreme caution when approaching sharp or blind turns • use extreme caution when driving over loose terrain • use extreme caution in areas where pedestrians are present MAINTENANCE ALWAYS: • replace damaged or missing warning, caution or information labels • maintain the vehicle in accordance with the manufacturer's periodic service schedule • ensure that repairs are performed by trained and qualified personnel • follow the manufacturer's maintenance procedures • insulate any tools used within the battery area in order to prevent sparks or battery explosion • check the polarity of each battery terminal and be sure to rewire the batteries correctly • use specified replacement parts, NEVER use replacement parts of lesser quality • use recommended tools • determine that tools and procedures not specifically recommended by the manufacturer will not compromise the safety of personnel nor jeopardize the safe operation of the vehicle • support the vehicle using wheel chocks and jack stands, NEVER get under a vehicle that is supported by a jack, lift the vehicle in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions • maintain the vehicle in an area away from exposed flame or persons who are smoking • be aware that a vehicle that is not performing as designed is a potential hazard and must not be operated • test drive the vehicle after any repairs or maintenance in a safe area that is free of both vehicular and pedestrian traffic • keep complete records of the maintenance history of the vehicle Owner's Guide Page 5