2.0 SAFETY
2.1 GETTING STARTED
For personal safety, before operating the vehicle, it is the operator’s responsibility to read, understand
and follow the basic rules of operation and maintenance instructions in this manual. If you are responsible
for the use of the vehicle, it is your responsibility to inform the person or persons using the vehicle about
the following basic rules of operation for their personal safety.
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t is Columbia ParCar Corporation’s specific recommendation that the following warnings must be
observed at all times. Not all are repeated throughout this manual, but the recommendations included
must be observed whenever these subjects (indoor vehicle operation hazards, battery hazards, etc.) are
encountered. Section 4.0 ELECTRIC SYSTEM contains important safety and other system information.
2.2 SAFETY VEHICLE STATEMENTS
Any modifications or changes to the vehicle that affect the stability, steering or that results in
increased speed beyond factory specifications could result in vehicle damage, severe personal
injury or death.
Only trained service professionals should repair or service this vehicle. Persons doing even
simple repairs or maintenance should have working knowledge and experience in general
electrical and mechanical repair.
Follow all procedures exactly and observe all safety messages stated in this manual. Working
on vehicles 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 vehicle in a stationary position, avoid components
which could snag clothing or cause sever injury to body parts. A running vehicle must be
worked on with the greatest care.
Failure to maintain vehicle properly could result in decreased vehicle performance, reliability or
cause severe personal injury.
Always wear safety glasses or approved eye protection while performing vehicle maintenance.
This vehicle is not Federal or State DOT approved and is not equipped to be operated on public
roads or highways.
Do not exceed the rated vehicle speed. Exceeding this speed may result in steering difficulty,
motor damage, and/or loss of control and injury
When replacement parts are required, use only genuine Columbia Vehicle parts.
No modifications or additions, which affect the mechanical or electrical integrity and the safe
operation of the unit, shall be made without the written approval of the manufacturer. If in
doubt about any modification, contact your local Columbia Dealer or Columbia ParCar Corp.
Customer Service.
Do not overload the vehicle. Never exceed maximum payload as specified on the vehicle
nameplate. See Section 1.3, Figure 1.3.1.
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