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3.3.1.E AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT SWITCH (OPTIONAL)

 

A switch for auxiliary equipment will be located in this position. 

 

3.3.1.F HOUR METER INDICATOR (OPTIONAL) 

 

The hour meter indicates the total number of hours the vehicle has been operating. It would be located 
immediately below the Battery State of Charge meter. 

 

3.3.1.G BATTERY STATE OF CHARGE METER 

 

This meter  will  display  the  battery  state  of  charge.  As  shown,  it  is  an  analog  gauge  with  an  indicating 
needle and a colored background. It is a continuously reading meter. At rest with fully charged batteries 
the meter should read in the white region.  
When accelerating quickly, the needle will move to the green region nearest the red region. This is normal 
and will recover once vehicle achieves constant speed. If the needle continues past the green region into 
the very far left red region, it indicates that the batteries are 80% discharged or basically empty (only 20% 
charge remaining). Recharge as soon as possible to avoid a shut-down of the vehicle. When decreasing 
speed, the needle will move slightly to the right as electrical energy is being “regenerated” back into the 
batteries

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NOTICE: At 80% discharge, you must immediately charge batteries or vehicle operation will cease and permanent 
battery damage could occur.

 

 

3.3.1.H SYSTEM STATUS LIGHT 

 

With the power key switch in the “ON” position, the controller is powered and this light should display a 
steady  green  light.  If  this  green  status  light  is  not  lit  or  is  flashing  refer  to  Section  5.12  CONTROLLER 
TROUBLESHOOTING.

 

 

3.3.1.I AUXILIARY 12V POWER PORT 

 

Provides a 12 volt power source accessory connection. 
 

 

3.3.1.J WARNINGS & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 

 

Read this information carefully before operating the vehicle. Promptly replace if removed or damaged. 
Contact your Tomberlin dealer for replacements if needed. 
 

3.3.1.K WINCH CONTROL 

 

With  winch  properly  secured  and  fastened,  pressing  the  IN  switch  will  draw  winch  cable  into  spool.  
Pressing the OUT switch will release the cable. (See section 8.0 for further winch details).

 

Summary of Contents for Tomberlin ESCAPE 2018

Page 1: ...ESCAPE 2018 Owner Operator Manual 712458 00...

Page 2: ...contained herein is accurate as of the date this publication was approved for printing Tomberlin is not liable for errors in this manual or for incidental or consequential damages that result from the...

Page 3: ...Y INSPECTION MAINTENANCE 4 3 BATTERY CLEANING 4 4 CONDITIONS WHICH AFFECT CHARGING 4 5 DELTA Q BATTERY CHARGING 4 5 1 CHARGER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4 5 2 RED LIGHT CHARGER ERROR CODES 4 5 3 CHECK CHA...

Page 4: ...or or moderate injury NOTICE Notices are messages not related to personal injury They will provide key information to prevent property damage and to assure procedures are more easily understood or imp...

Page 5: ...LED Wheelbase 66 Storage Front Tray 2 Glove Box Ground Clearance 6 88 Differential 7 88 Front Center 11 75 Mid Chassis Operator Accessories Key Switch Headlight Switch Battery Status Indicator Horn 12...

Page 6: ...icles without following proper procedures and using proper equipment may result in vehicle damage or personal injury See Section 2 3 OPERATOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Moving parts hazard When operating any...

Page 7: ...ional stopping distance when traveling at higher speeds Do not drive this vehicle in hazardous areas unless this vehicle is approved and labeled for such operation Keep a safe distance when following...

Page 8: ...ough water to cover the plates See Section 4 2 NOTICE Do not overfill a cell Electrolyte expands and can overflow during charging For vehicles with a single point watering system replace the manifold...

Page 9: ...each of the following controls before turning on the power key switch Accelerator Pedal should perform with smooth operation and fully raise when foot is removed from pedal Braking Pedal when pressed...

Page 10: ...e System LED I will flash twice indicating the unit can not move until a direction is selected If this occurs release accelerator pedal and select either forward F or reverse R 3 3 1 B DIRECTION SELEC...

Page 11: ...nly 20 charge remaining Recharge as soon as possible to avoid a shut down of the vehicle When decreasing speed the needle will move slightly to the right as electrical energy is being regenerated back...

Page 12: ...at a minimum 3 3 4 CHARGER RECEPTACLE REMOTE LED The charger receptacle Figure 3 3 4 is located on the panel by the driver s left leg The AC cord will be connected here for battery charging The charg...

Page 13: ...le Electrolyte level covers the top of cell plates See Section 4 10 if equipped with Single Point Battery Watering System Batteries secure free of corrosion all terminals and connections tight Tire Pr...

Page 14: ...ries Do not attempt to charge a battery if it is frozen or if the case is bulged excessively Frozen batteries can explode Properly dispose of any battery by recycling at auto parts store battery vendo...

Page 15: ...ands and can overflow during charging Water added to replace the spillage dilutes the electrolyte and reduces its specific gravity Use only distilled water Vehicle batteries may use up to 16 quarts of...

Page 16: ...battery life and vehicle range between charges New batteries need up to four hours more charging than mature batteries Before the first use completely charge new batteries Charging time will vary base...

Page 17: ...r Excessively Discharged Batteries Section 4 6 When the yellow 80 LED Fig 4 5A No 4 is lit the charger has completed the bulk stage and the batteries are at approximately 80 state of charge The 80 LED...

Page 18: ...r charge Check and fill electrolyte Drive the vehicle for less than half the distance normally driven Repeat the above steps until the charger LED goes green 100 charge on a 16 hour charge If repeated...

Page 19: ...t algorithm is indicated by the number of blinks separated by a pause A two digit algorithm is indicated by the number of blinks for the first digit followed by a short pause then the number of blinks...

Page 20: ...wo to three hours of charging to bring it back to serviceable condition After all batteries have been individually charged remove the external charger and restart charging with the on board charger Se...

Page 21: ...ater Weekly equalize the battery pack If the vehicle is not operated daily the power key switch should be turned off This will power down the traction control system and reduce power loss on the batte...

Page 22: ...e to Main Solenoid and cable to Controller B before performing any maintenance 4 11 BATTERY REMOVAL INSTALLATION Remove battery negative cables Remove battery positive cables Remove battery hold down...

Page 23: ...s in Chapter 2 SAFETY Avoid fire hazards and have fire protection equipment present in the work area Do not use flammable fluids for cleaning parts Work in a properly ventilated work area Regularly in...

Page 24: ...heel may be bent if not torqued in a crossing pattern This will cause the wheel to wobble 5 7 CLEANING Wash underside to remove all dirt and debris Do not direct high pressure water at the controller...

Page 25: ...condition of the electrical system connections frayed broken cables Brakes Check pedal park brake operation Body and Frame Inspect for loose hardware bolts nuts Clean body and seats Wash as needed Wa...

Page 26: ...heel alignment and camber Electrical Test batteries Inspect motor condition and operation Brakes Check brakes clean adjust replace if needed Check brake fluid when equipped Lube Check differential flu...

Page 27: ...umber of blinks is very useful for your servicing dealer to accurately and quickly diagnose any faults that exist Two of the flash codes may indicate an operation fault and likely do not require compo...

Page 28: ...es or on the highway observe the following Use trailers specifically designed to carry your Tomberlin vehicle that meets all federal state and local requirements Secure vehicle to the trailer followin...

Page 29: ...check water levels per Section 4 10 7 2 VEHICLE PREPARATION Store the vehicle in a cool place Maintain tire pressure See Section 1 5 Grease suspension and continue quarterly lubrication during storag...

Page 30: ...handling winch rope Freespooling is generally the quickest and easiest way to spool out winch rope Before freespooling winch rope out from the winch power out enough rope to remove any tension the win...

Page 31: ...ys keep hands clear of winch rope hook loop hook and fairlead opening during installation operation and when spooling in or out 3 Grasp hook strap and spool out the winch rope to the last 5 wraps on t...

Page 32: ...brake This will ensure that there is no load on the winch rope Then place the transmission in park or in gear and turn the vehicle off 22 Exit the vehicle Disconnect the hook from the anchor 23 While...

Page 33: ...overed by Tomberlin The key to a positive ownership experience includes the recognition of the role the owner has in assuring correct maintenance and care are properly followed In fact incorrect care...

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