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2011 Owner’s Manual

ACG

California Roadster

eGC

Electric Golf Cart (eGC)

This Manual is effective as of July 1, 2010

Manufactured by:

American Custom Golf Cars, Inc.

(ACG)

Summary of Contents for 2010 California Roadster

Page 1: ...2011 Owner s Manual ACG California Roadster eGC Electric Golf Cart eGC This Manual is effective as of July 1 2010 Manufactured by American Custom Golf Cars Inc ACG ...

Page 2: ...is NOT equipped for operation on public streets and roads California Roadster eGC does conform to the current American National Standards Institute s Z130 Safety and Performance Requirements for Golf Cars as of date of manufacture as shown on the vehicle s Certification Label ACG is not liable for any additional requirements or modifications that your individual state may require ACG is not liable...

Page 3: ...nt Panel 17 Battery Charge Indicator Light 17 Turn Signal Directional Indicators 17 Locking Glove Boxes 18 Front Trunk Release 18 Accessory Outlet 19 Safety Belts 20 Tires Wheels 27 Tire Changing and Jacking Points 30 Brakes 31 Pre Operation and Daily Safety Checklist 32 Performance Inspection 33 Driving Instructions 34 Starting the Vehicle 36 Stopping or slowing the Vehicle 36 Parking and Leaving...

Page 4: ...ble performance Your safety is important to us so please make sure that prior to operating the vehicle you have read the following instructions and warnings If you rent or loan your vehicle to others please make sure that they have read this manual prior to operating this vehicle Please consider this manual to be a permanent part of this vehicle and if it is sold please make sure that the new owne...

Page 5: ...with the proper and safe operation of your ACG vehicle Please take the time to read and understand the manual before operating your vehicle Maintenance schedules and general care instructions are included in the Operation and Maintenance section This manual is applicable to the following ACG models 2011 ACG California Roadster eGC If any questions arise after reading the manual please contact ACG ...

Page 6: ...eceived by American Custom Golf Cars Inc within 45 Days of the purchase date of the vehicle If the Warranty Registration Card is not received within 45 days of purchase date the Warranty commencement date will be the vehicle production date Please protect your Warranty and mail your Warranty Registration Card today There are no other expressed warranties on your ACG vehicle beyond those set accomp...

Page 7: ...regulations when operating the vehicle 5 When stopping and leaving the vehicle a Make sure vehicle has come to a complete stop b Switch Forward Neutral Reverse Switch to the Neutral position c Engage parking brake d Turn the Key Switch to OFF position and remove key 6 Wear safety glasses or approved eye protection when servicing the vehicle Wear a full face shield and rubber gloves when working wi...

Page 8: ... or increases maximum vehicle speed beyond factory specifications could result in severe personal injury or death 3 Do not shift the Forward Neutral Reverse Switch while the vehicle is moving To avoid damaging the vehicle or injuring an unsuspecting passenger always bring the vehicle to a full and complete stop before switching from Forward to Reverse 4 To avoid unintentionally starting or rolling...

Page 9: ...ater out of the vehicle and should not be relied upon to keep occupants in the vehicle or to protect them in case of collision ACG vehicles are not designed to meet any collision or roll over requirements Therefore you should always drive your ACG vehicle in a safe manner while being alert to potential dangerous situations around you As with all motor vehicles never drink alcohol and attempt to dr...

Page 10: ...ter in flooded type batteries that can be ordered with ACG vehicles In this Owner s Manual the above safe ownership and operation habits will be pointed out to you as the different aspects of owning and operating an ACG vehicle are explained Please read understand and abide by them for years of safe operation and enjoyment of your ACG Vehicle Warnings Cautions and Notes Throughout this Owner s Man...

Page 11: ...two positions 1 OFF position There is no power to vehicle Key is Vertical as shown in picture below 2 ON position vehicle is ON and can be driven Key is turned clockwise 45 degrees WARNING Never turn the Key Switch to the OFF position while the vehicle is in motion This could lead to loss of speed control and loss of control of the vehicle This can cause a serious accident ...

Page 12: ...erate the vehicle in the reverse direction rotate the switch towards the driver side of the vehicle Your Vehicle has been equipped with a reverse warning beeper so that when the vehicle is in reverse you will hear a loud beep signaling that the vehicle is in reverse 3 NEUTRAL When the switch is in the straight up and down position the vehicle is in Neutral and will not move when the accelerator pe...

Page 13: ...n depressing the accelerator pedal will release the parking brake As the accelerator pedal is depressed speed will increase until full speed is reached When you release the accelerator pedal the power to the motor is cut OFF and the motor will stop running causing the vehicle to coast WARNING The vehicle will not stop automatically when the Accelerator Pedal is released You must depress the Brake ...

Page 14: ...wed to your desired speed Park Brake Pedal The Park Brake Pedal is the small raised portion in the upper left corner of the Brake Pedal It has the word PARK molded into it To set the park brake depress the Brake Pedal firmly and tilt the park brake portion of the pedal forward with your foot WARNING The Park Brake will release automatically when either the Accelerator Pedal or Brake Pedal is depre...

Page 15: ...n the Dashboard to the left of the steering Column It is identified by SAE ISO Lights icon It is a 2 position switch 1 OFF When the top portion of the switch O is depressed the lights are OFF 2 ON When the bottom portion of the switch I is depressed the lights are ON Light switch shown in OFF position ...

Page 16: ...tch 1 RIGHT When the Lever is pushed UP Clockwise the Right Lights Flash 2 OFF When the Lever is Horizontal the Turn Signal lights are OFF 3 LEFT When the Lever is pushed down Counter Clockwise the Left Lights Flash NOTE The system DOES NOT have a self canceling feature return the Lever to the horizontal OFF position after completing the intended Turn or Lane Change Turn Signal Lever Switch shown ...

Page 17: ...ntigrade shown as 49 C Vehicle Speed in MPH shown as 00 mph Odometer Distance Traveled in Miles shown as 000 0 Vehicle Power ON Indicator Light The RED POWER light will illuminate when the Key Switch is in the ON position and the vehicle can be driven Turn Signal Directional Indicators The GREEN Light above will flash when Left Turn Signal is activated The GREEN Light above will flash when Right T...

Page 18: ... same key as the Key Switch as they are keyed alike If the keys are lost the locks for the glove boxes as well as the ignition switch need to be changed Front Trunk Release The Front Trunk Release Lever on the California Roadster eGC is located inside the passenger side locking glove box on the right side wall of the glove box Pull on Top of the handle towards you to release the Front Hood Latch ...

Page 19: ...ssories such as a cellular phone Lap top computer etc It is not intended to operate large current items such as cigarette lighters The accessory outlet is fused at 15 Amperes with fuse F2 WARNING Damage to electrical components may occur from improper use Cup Holders The upper center dash also contains two cup holders CAUTION Liquids can damage electrical components and the circuit board Handle al...

Page 20: ...ake the forces of a collision best Wearing your safety belt incorrectly could increase your risk for injury in a collision You could suffer internal injuries or even slide out of part of the belt Use the instructions in this manual to insure you and your passengers are wearing the safety belts properly Two people should never be belted into a single safety belt People belted together can crash int...

Page 21: ...ton on the latch faces upward or outward so that you are able to unbuckle your safety belt quickly WARNING A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection Inspect the belt system periodically checking for cuts frays or loose parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not modify or disassemble the system Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a co...

Page 22: ...way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision SEAT BELT EXTENDER If a seat belt is too short even when fully extended your dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not long enough When it is not required remove the extender and store it WARNING Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase th...

Page 23: ...y restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front There are different size and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt Always check the child seat owner s manual to ensure you have the correct seat for your child Use the restraint that is correct for your child WARNING In a collision an unrestrained child even a tiny baby c...

Page 24: ... of child restraints into the vehicle WARNING Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint It could become loose in a collision The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the restraint manufacturer s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint Other children and child restraints Children who weigh more than 20 lbs 9 kg and who are older than ...

Page 25: ...eats where you will use it before you buy it The restraint must be appropriate for your child s weight and height Check the label on the restraint for weight and height limits Carefully follow the instructions that come with the restraint If you install the restraint improperly it may not work when you need it All passenger seat belts are equipped with cinching latch plates Seat belts are designed...

Page 26: ...er that is secured by seat belt Optional Accessories CAUTION Use only ACG approved rear accessories Others may cause damage to the vehicle and will void warranty WARNING Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its road worthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death ...

Page 27: ...ich could damage the valve stem 2 Range Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in premature replacement Under inflation increases tire rolling resistance resulting in lower vehicle range 3 Ride Comfort and Vehicle Stability Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride Over...

Page 28: ...rformance when replacement is needed Failure to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the safety handling and ride of your vehicle We recommend that you contact your dealer or ACG Customer Service regarding any questions you may have on tire specifications or capability WARNING Do not use a tire size other than that specified on your vehicle s tire label Improperly sized tires can ...

Page 29: ...hanges to steering handling and braking of your vehicle This can cause unpredictable handling and stress to steering and suspension components You could lose control and have an accident resulting in serious injury or death Use only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings approved for your vehicle NOTE The vehicle s tire information can be found on the Tire Information Label Reproduced below Th...

Page 30: ...in frame rail are welded See picture below Do not use the rear Trailer Hitch Adapter indicated by as lifting point However it can be used as Tie Down point during transport see page 50 for details The California Roadster eGC chassis body removed CAUTION Jacking at any location other than the proper jacking points may cause major vehicle body damage WARNING Getting under a jacked up vehicle is dang...

Page 31: ...ake Fluid Reservoir Cap and observing the fluid level The maximum fluid level should be at about one inch 25 millimeters below the reservoir top If it is substantially lower fill it with DOT 4 Brake Fluid If the Brake Fluid needs to be refilled more frequently than every other month then check the entire Brake System for any leakage and see your dealer for service or call immediately ACG Customer ...

Page 32: ...lems should be corrected by an authorized American Custom Golf Cars Inc distributor dealer or a fully trained technician General All parts should be in place and properly installed Be sure that any additional attachments are securely mounted prior to the operation of your vehicle Tires Check for proper tire pressure on your new California Roadster eGC Visually inspect the tires for wear damage and...

Page 33: ... adjusted The brake adjustment must be maintained so that the brake pedal cannot reach the floor when depressed The hydraulic disk brake actuator should be greased monthly to ensure that it is clean and that it can slide smoothly so that the brakes will operate smoothly without binding up Park Brake When in use the park brake should lock the wheels and hold the vehicle stationary It should automat...

Page 34: ... provided Seat Belts before allowing them to ride in the vehicle 6 When using the vehicle at night or in low light situations make sure that the Light Switch is in the ON or I position as this ensures that the headlights and tail lights are on to increase visibility and safety 7 Be sure that the vehicle is at a complete stop before shifting the Forward Neutral Reverse Switch Failure to do so may c...

Page 35: ...f or overturning the vehicle 16 Obey all the rules governing Low Speed Vehicles LSV 17 The vehicle should not be driven on roadways where it is prohibited by local laws 18 Do not drive vehicle while under the influence of alcohol drugs or medications prescription or otherwise as they may affect your ability to drive 19 Drive slowly through turns to avoid overturning the vehicle 20 Use brakes to re...

Page 36: ...peed 8 The park brake will automatically release when either the accelerator or brake pedal is depressed Stopping or slowing the Vehicle 1 Release Accelerator Pedal GO and depress the Brake Pedal STOP The vehicle will begin to come to a stop WARNING Driving through water may affect the brakes When stopped on a hill use the brake pedal to hold your position Do not use accelerator pedal Parking and ...

Page 37: ...inals should be cleaned with a solution of one cup of baking soda per gallon of water Before rinsing the batteries make sure the caps to the batteries are tight so that the cleaning solution does not enter the battery Please be sure to dispose of any waste water properly 2 The fluid level in the batteries should be checked on a weekly basis If fluid needs to be added it should only be done after t...

Page 38: ...atteries should be carefully inspected on a regular basis in order to detect and correct potential problems before they can do harm It is a great idea to start this routine when the batteries are first received Inspection Guidelines 1 Examine the outside appearance of the battery Look for cracks in the container The top of the battery posts and connections should be clean free of dirt fluids and c...

Page 39: ... they should be replaced or cleaned as necessary Failure to do so may cause them to overheat during operation 4 Tighten all wiring connections to the proper specification see below Make certain there is good contact with the terminals Proper Torque Values for Connection Hardware Flooded Side 70 90 in lbs Wing nut 95 105 in lbs LPT 95 105 in lbs Stud 120 180 in lbs LT 100 120 in lbs VRLA Button 90 ...

Page 40: ...da and water When cleaning do not allow any cleaning solution or other foreign matter to get inside the battery 3 Rinse with water and dry with a clean cloth 4 Clean battery terminals and the inside of cable clamps using a post and clamp cleaner Clean terminals will have a bright metallic shine 5 Reconnect the clamps to the terminals and thinly coat them with petroleum jelly Vaseline to prevent co...

Page 41: ... full charge will prevent having to worry about the water level at a different state of charge Depending on the local climate charging methods application etc Trojan recommends that batteries be checked once a month until you get a feel for how thirsty your batteries are Important things to remember 1 Do not let the plates get exposed to air This will damage corrode the plates 2 Do not fill the wa...

Page 42: ...me Add water never acid to cells distilled water recommended 4 Put batteries on a complete charge before adding any additional water refer to the Charging section 5 Once charging is completed open the vent caps and look inside the fill wells 6 Add water until the electrolyte level is 1 8 below the bottom of the fill well 7 A piece of rubber can be used safely as a dipstick to help determine this l...

Page 43: ...arger is left plugged in until it turns itself off over and under charging will be avoided NOTE The first time your batteries are charged the approximate time of charge will be 21 25 hours The Charger features a microprocessor controller that reads the battery banks so that it knows what the optimum capacities of each battery are After the first charge the average charging time is 7 8 hours 3 Batt...

Page 44: ...iated systems Battery Cable Replacement CAUTION It is essential when replacing the cables on the batteries that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post Battery posts are identified on the battery case as positive and negative Cable clamps should be tight on the terminal posts and free of corrosion Battery Disposal Lead acid batter...

Page 45: ...s in eyes or on the skin flush the area immediately with large quantities of water Battery gas is flammable and explosive Keep flame or sparks away from the battery or any other booster source Do not allow battery cable clamps to touch each other Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash your hands after handling CAUTION Battery acid from cleaning batteri...

Page 46: ...tenance DAILY TASKS 1 Charge Batteries fully before first use of vehicle 2 Check battery terminals for tight connections 3 Visually inspect the tires for wear damage and proper inflation 4 Check for proper operation of parking brake 5 Check seat belts for proper operation ...

Page 47: ...uipped with Sealed or maintenance free Gel batteries 2 Check battery terminals for tight connections 3 Check tires for correct air pressure and wear 4 Check for proper operation of parking brake 5 Check brake fluid reservoir for proper brake fluid level 6 Check brake lines for leaks 7 Grease the hydraulic disk brake actuator and check for proper operation of service brake 8 Check all wheel bearing...

Page 49: ...abrasive a combination cleaner and wax or any solvent that contains ethyl or methyl alcohol Do not use products containing ammonia soaps or abrasives Never use gasoline or any cleaning solvent These products scratch or destroy the surface of the windows To remove oil grease or road tar use isopropyl alcohol and then wash the windows with water Dry gently with a soft cloth or chamois Cleaning the E...

Page 50: ...se mild liquid detergent and warm water to clean the interior Wipe using a cloth dampened with warm or cool water or remove detergent or deposits CAUTION Do not spray the interior of your vehicle Water contact with the dash panel instrument panel or switches could damage the electrical system WARNING Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes Many are potentially flammable and if used in c...

Page 51: ...le facing forward pull the trailer at speeds of 55 MPH or less 3 Secure any items that could be affected by airflow through the vehicle 4 Do not secure across any plastic body or floor panel component of the vehicle Use Tie Down points on the frame identified with an X as shown on page 30 NOTE ACG is not responsible for damage incurred or lost items due to vehicle towing CAUTION TOWING THE VEHICLE...

Page 52: ...95 55 R15 Front Brakes Hydraulic Disk Rear Brakes 7 Mechanical Drum Type Drive Motor Direct Drive 48 Volts DC Series wound 11 hp Transaxle Double Reduction high speed gears Electrical System 48 volts DC Batteries Eight 8 6V each in series 48V DC Speed Controller Wolf Performance 400 Amp Continuous Reduced speed reverse Steering Self adjusting rack and pinion Chassis Aluminum I Beam Body One piece ...

Page 53: ...ars Inc ACG 15740 El Prado Rd Chino CA 91710 USA 909 597 2885 909 597 7183 fax www californiaroadster com Copyright 2009 2010 American Custom Golf Cars Inc American Custom Golf Cars Inc ACG and California Roadster Are registered trademarks of American Custom Golf Cars Inc ...

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