E-Z-GO TXT - Electric Owner Manual - Page 21

OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION

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Owner’s Guide

Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS.

B

B

Fig. 7

Accelerator and Brake Controls

If key switch is ‘ON’ and park brake is set, depressing the

accelerator inadvertently will release the park brake and

will cause the vehicle to move which could cause severe

injury or death.

Depressing the accelerator pedal will release the park

brake if it is engaged. This is a feature to assure the vehi-

cle is not driven with the park brake engaged. Depressing

the accelerator pedal is

not

the preferred method of

releasing the park brake.

Depressing the

lower section of the brake pedal

is the pre-

ferred method of releasing the park brake to assure the long-

est service life of brake components.

COMBINATION BRAKE AND PARK BRAKE

PEDAL

The brake pedal incorporates a park brake feature (Ref.

Fig. 7). To engage, push down on the upper section of the

pedal until it locks in place. The park brake will release

when the service brake pedal is depressed. Use the lower

section of the brake pedal to operate the service brake

system.

RUN - TOW/MAINTENANCE/STORAGE

SWITCH

To reduce the possibilty of severe injury or

death resulting from loss of vehicle control, con-

sider the grade of the terrain the vehicle is on

and set vehicle’s park brake accordingly before

switching the Run - Tow/Maintenanc/Storage

switch to the ‘Tow/Maintenance/Storage ’ posi-

tion. When in the ‘Tow/Maintenance/Storage ’

position, the Anti-Roll Back and Walk-Away

safety features of the system no longer function.

Before attempting to tow vehicle, move the Run-Tow/

Maintenance/Storage switch to the ‘Tow/Maintenance/

Storage’ position. Failure to do so will damage the con-

troller or motor.

Before disconnecting or connecting a battery, or any oth-

er wiring, move the Run-Tow/Maintenance/Storage

switch to the ‘Tow/Maintenance/Storage’ position.

After connecting a battery, or any other wiring, wait a min-

imum of 30 seconds before moving the Run-Tow/Mainte-

nance/Storage switch to the ‘Run’ position.

The vehicle is equipped with a two position switch locat-

ed under the passenger side of the seat on the controller

environmental cover (Ref. Fig. 8).

Fig. 8

Run-Tow Maintenance/Storage Switch

With the switch in ‘TOW/MAINTENANCE/STORAGE’

position:

•

the controller is deactivated

•

the electronic braking system is deactivated

which allows the vehicle to be towed or roll freely

•

the warning beeper is deactivated

With the switch in ‘RUN’ position:

NOTICE

Controller

Environmental

Cover

RUN

TOW

MAINTENANCE

STORAGE

TOWING - Always select

‘TOW MAINTENANCE’

position before towing

WAIT 30 seconds after reconnecting batteries BEFORE

WAIT 30 seconds after reconnecting batteries BEFORE

turning key switch to ‘REVERSE’, ‘FORWARD’ or

turning key switch to ‘REVERSE’, ‘FORWARD’ or

‘NEUTRAL’ positions.

‘NEUTRAL’ positions.

ALWAYS turn key to ‘OFF’ before

ALWAYS turn key to ‘OFF’ before

disconnecting or reconnecting battery wires.

disconnecting or reconnecting battery wires.

ELECTRICAL ARC or BATTERY EXPLOSION

ELECTRICAL ARC or BATTERY EXPLOSION

can occur if key is not in the ‘OFF’ position.

can occur if key is not in the ‘OFF’ position.

To disable electrical system, turn key switch to ‘OFF’ and

To disable electrical system, turn key switch to ‘OFF’ and

remove battery wires.

remove battery wires.

DO NOT alter or tamper with this unit. Unauthorized

DO NOT alter or tamper with this unit. Unauthorized

modifications can result in SERIOUS INJURY or damage

modifications can result in SERIOUS INJURY or damage

to the vehicle and will void the warranty.

to the vehicle and will void the warranty.

613048

Park

Brake

Accelerator

PARK

Service

Brake

Section	Page
TXT_Operation_Service_Info1.pdf	17
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Fig. 1 Initial Service Chart	17
Portable Charger Installation	17
Fig. 2 Charger Installation	18
Fig. 3 Charger Mounting	18
Looping the DC cord through the steering wheel when charging serves as a good reminder to store the cord out of the way when finished with charging. The DC plug can be damaged by driving over or catching the cord on the vehicle when driving away.	18
Using the Charger	18
Fig. 4 Charger Receptacle	19
If vehicle is to be charged with a non E-Z-GO charger, refer to the instructions supplied with the charger.	19
Understanding the Charger	19
LED Operation Codes:	19
LED Fault Codes:	19
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS	19
1. For flooded lead-acid batteries, regularly check the water levels of each battery cell after charging and add distilled water...	19
2. Make sure the charger connections to the battery terminals are tight and clean. Check for any deformations or cracks in the p...	20
3. Keep the cooling fins free of dirt and debris, do not expose the charger to oil, dirt, mud or to direct heavy water spray when cleaning equipment.	20
4. Inspect the plug of the battery charger and the vehicle receptacle housing for dirt or debris. Clean the DC connector monthly or more often if needed.	20
If vehicle is to be charged with a non E-Z-GO charger, refer to the instructions supplied with the charger.	20
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS	20
KEY/ STATE OF CHARGE METER	20
Fig. 5 Key & State of Charge Meter	20
STATE OF CHARGE METER	20
DIRECTION SELECTOR	20
Fig. 6 Direction Selector	20
ACCELERATOR PEDAL	20
Fig. 7 Accelerator and Brake Controls	21
Depressing the lower section of the brake pedal is the preferred method of releasing the park brake to assure the longest service life of brake components.	21
COMBINATION BRAKE AND PARK BRAKE PEDAL	21
RUN - TOW/MAINTENANCE SWITCH	21
Fig. 8 Run-Tow Maintenance Switch	21
OPERATING THE VEHICLE	22
TRUCOURSE TECHNOLOGY SYSTEM™	22
TruCourse Technology vehicles operate only when the Run - Tow/Maintenance switch is in the ’RUN’ position.	22
Performance Options	22
Fig. 9 Performance Options	22
1. The All-Terrain performance option: The vehicle’s top speed is sensed and regulated directly by the controller.	22
2. The Steep Hill performance option: This option includes all of the driving features and top speed of All-Terrain plus pedal-up braking. This is the strongest of the two pedal-up braking options.	22
3. The Mild Hill performance option: This option includes all of the driving features of the Steep Hill option, except the pedal-up braking feel is milder and the top speed is slightly higher.	23
Regenerative Braking	23
a) the vehicle is being driven down a slope	23
b) the vehicle attempts to exceed the specified top speed with the accelerator pedal depressed or released	23
Pedal-Up Braking	23
a) the vehicle is being driven down a slope	23
b) the accelerator pedal is released for more than one second	23
Walk-Away Feature	23
a) the vehicle has been stopped for more than 1.5 seconds	23
b) the accelerator pedal has been released for more than one second	23
c) the vehicle begins to roll above 2 mph (3 kph)	23
Anti-Roll Back Feature	23
Anti-Stall Feature	23
a) the system senses that the accelerator pedal is depressed (power applied to motor)	23
b) the motor is stalled long enough that any more time may cause motor damage	23
a) the system senses that the accelerator pedal is depressed (power applied to motor)	23
b) the brake is engaged so as to prevent vehicle motion	23
High Pedal Disable Feature	24
Diagnostic Mode Feature	24
Starting And Driving	24
Starting Vehicle On A Hill	24
Coasting	24
This model is equipped with a feature (pedal-up braking) that slows the vehicle’s speed when the accelerator pedal is released until the vehicle stops.	24
Labels and Pictograms	24
Sun Top And Windshield	24
VEHICLE CLEANING AND CARE	25
VEHICLE CLEANING	25
REPAIR	25
LIFTING THE VEHICLE	25
Fig. 10 Lifting the Vehicle	26
WHEELS AND TIRES	26
Tire Repair	26
Tire plug tools and plugs are available at most automotive parts outlets and have the advantage of not requiring the tire be removed from the wheel.	26
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Wheel Installation	27
It is important to follow the ‘cross sequence’ pattern when installing lug nuts. This will assure even seating of the wheel against the hub.	27
Fig. 11 Wheel Installation	27
TRANSPORTING VEHICLE	27
Towing	27
Hauling	27
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE	28
SERIAL NUMBER PLATE & LOCATION	28
Fig. 12 Serial Number Plate & Location	28
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE	29
Tire Inspection	29
Rear Axle	29
HARDWARE	29
Fig. 13 Torque Specifications and Bolt Grades	29
PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE	30
a - CHECK C&A - CHECK & ADJUST CL - CLEAN R - REPLACE	30
Fig. 14 Periodic Service Schedule	30
BATTERIES AND CHARGING	31
SAFETY	31
Always observe the following warnings when working on or near batteries:	31
BATTERY	31
BATTERY MAINTENANCE	31
At Each Charging Cycle	32
Monthly	32
Electrolyte Level and Water	32
Fig. 15 Correct Electrolyte Level	32
Fig. 16 Water Purity Table	32
Fig. 17 Automatic Watering Gun	33
The watering device should only be used if the electrolyte level is less than 1/2” (13 mm) above top of plates.	33
Battery Cleaning	33
Fig. 18 Preparing Acid Neutralizing Solution	33
Battery Replacement	34
Fig. 19 Battery Connections	34
Prolonged Storage	34
Fig. 20 Freezing Point of Electrolyte	35
BATTERY CHARGING	35
In some portable chargers, there will be a rattle present in the body of the charger DC plug. This rattle is caused by an intern...	35
TROUBLESHOOTING	35
Fig. 21 Hydrometer	36
Hydrometer	36
Do not perform a hydrometer test on a battery that has just been watered. The battery must go through at least one charge and discharge cycle in order to permit the water to adequately mix with the electrolyte.	36
Using A Hydrometer	36
1. Draw electrolyte into the hydrometer several times to permit the thermometer to adjust to the electrolyte temperature and not...	36
2. Draw the minimum quantity of electrolyte into the hydrometer to permit the float to float freely without contacting the top or bottom of the cylinder.	36
3. Hold the hydrometer in a vertical position at eye level and note the reading where the electrolyte meets the scale on the float.	36
4. Add or subtract four points (.004) to the reading for every 10° F (6° C) the electrolyte temperature is above or below 80° F ...	36
5. Test each cell and note the readings (corrected to 80° F or 27° C). A variation of fifty points between any two cell readings (example 1.250 - 1.200) indicates a problem with the low reading cell(s).	36
Fig. 22 Hydrometer Temperature Correction	37
Ltd_Warranty.pdf	43
DOMESTIC WARRANTY	44

E-Z-GO TXT - Electric Owner Manual - Page 21

Combination Brake And Park Brake, Pedal, Run - Tow/maintenance/storage, Switch

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