E-Z-GO TXT - Electric Owner Manual - Page 24

OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. B b) the brake is engaged so as to prevent vehicle motion the TruCourse Technology system will sense a stalled motor condition and remove power from the motor. When the brake pedal is released, the car will roll backwards slightly before power is returned to the motor. High Pedal Disable Feature High pedal disable prevents undesired acceleration if the direction selector lever is changed, or the key is turned on while the accelerator is depressed. Diagnostic Mode Feature Diagnostic mode eases troubleshooting. In the unlikely event of certain electrical system failures, theTruCourse Technology controller will default to a mode that will permit the vehicle to operate, but at a very reduced speed. This feature allows the vehicle to be driven back to its storage facility where the problem can be diagnosed. The controller can be put in diagnostic mode by the technician and the controller will report the failure mode. STARTING AND DRIVING To reduce the possibilty of roll - back which could result in severe injury or vehicle damage, do not release the service brake until motor has started All vehicles are equipped with an interlock system that disables the controller and prevents the vehicle from being operated or towed while the charger is connected. Remove the charger plug from the vehicle receptacle and properly store the cable prior to moving the vehicle. To operate the vehicle: • Place the key in the key switch and turn it to the 'ON'/'N' position. • Move the direction selector to the direction desired. • Slowly depress the accelerator pedal to start the motor. • When the accelerator pedal is released, the motor controls the deceleration. To stop the vehicle more quickly, depress the service brake pedal. NOTICE When the direction selector is in the reverse position, a warning signal will sound to indicate that the vehicle is ready to run in reverse. STARTING VEHICLE ON A HILL The parking brake will activate automatically when the vehicle comes to a stop. To start the vehicle on a hill depress the accelerator pedal and the parking brake will be released. COASTING To reduce the possibility of severe injury or death from coasting at above recommended speeds, limit speed with service brake. Uncontrolled coasting does not occur with this model. However, this is not a substitute for the service brake which should be used to slow the speed of the vehicle quickly. NOTICE 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. LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS Vehicles may be labeled with pictograms as a method of conveying information or warnings. The Vehicle Label Identification Section of this manual explains the labels that are used on this vehicle. SUN TOP AND WINDSHIELD The sun top does not provide protection from roll-over or falling objects. The windshield does not provide protection from tree limbs or flying objects. The sun top and windshield provide some protection from the elements; however, they will not keep the operator and passenger dry in a downpour. This vehicle is not equipped with seat belts and the sun top has not been designed to provide roll-over protection. In addition, the sun top does not protect against falling objects Page 8 Owner's Guide