Owner`s manual

OPERATING PROCEDURES

Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers.

Hydrogen gas is generated in the charging cycle of batteries and is explosive in concentrations as low as 4%. Because

hydrogen gas is lighter than air, it will collect in the ceiling of buildings necessitating proper ventilation.

Five air exchanges per hour is considered the minimum requirement.

Never charge a vehicle in an area that is subject to flame or spark. Pay particular attention to natural gas or propane

water heaters and furnaces.

PORTABLE CHARGER

See Appendix A for charger operation.

The portable charger will charge ONLY the battery set for the electric motor, not the single battery used for starting the

gas engine.

Use charger ONLY on 48 volt battery systems. Other usage may cause personal injury and dam-

age. Lead acid batteries may generate explosive hydrogen gas during normal operation. Keep

sparks, flames, and smoking materials away from batteries. Provide adequate ventilation during

charging. Never charge a frozen battery. Study all battery manufacturers’ specific precautions

such as recommended rates of charge and removing or not removing cell caps while charging.

charging. Never charge a frozen battery.

Risk of electric shock. Connect charger power cord to an outlet that has been properly

installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. A grounded

outlet is required to reduce risk of electric shock – do not use ground adapters or modify

plug. Do not touch uninsulated portion of output connector or uninsulated battery termi-

nal. Disconnect the DC supply before making or breaking the connections to the battery

while charging. Do not open or disassemble charger. Do not operate charger if the AC

supply cord is damaged or if the charger has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or

otherwise damaged in any way – refer all repair work to qualified personnel. Not for use

by children.

Portable chargers are shipped with the vehicles. Prior to vehicle or charger operation, the charger must be removed

and mounted on a platform or wall above the ground to permit maximum air flow around and underneath the charger. A

dedicated circuit is required for the charger. Refer to the charger manual for appropriate circuit protection. For opti-

mum performance and shortest charge times, place the charger in an area with adequate ventilation. The charger

should also be placed in an area that will be relatively free of dirt, mud, or dust since accumulations within the fins of the

charger will reduce their heat-dissipating qualities. Optimal cooling also occurs when the charger is placed on a hori-

zontal surface with the fins vertical. More airflow from below the charger will help cool the fins, so placement above

open areas or areas with cut-outs for airflow is desirable. If the charger is operated in an outdoor location, rain and sun

protection must be provided. The charger may get hot during operation and must be placed such that risk of contact by

people is reduced. The charger may be mounted on a wall or shelf using #10-M5 screws. The charger’s status display

must be visible to the user.