1.0 SAFETY
1.1 OVERVIEW
Statements in this manual preceded by the words
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION or NOTICE
and
words printed in
bold face
are very important. We recommend you take special notice of these items.
It is important to note that some warnings against the use of specific service methods, which could
damage the vehicle or render it unsafe, are stated in this service manual. However, please remember that
these warnings are not all inclusive. Since Columbia ParCar Corporation could not possibly know,
evaluate and advise servicing personnel of all possible ways in which service might be done or of the
possible hazardous consequences of each way, we have not undertaken any such broad evaluation.
Accordingly, anyone who uses a service procedure or tool which is not recommended by Columbia
ParCar must first thoroughly satisfy him/herself that neither their nor the operator’s safety will be
jeopardized by the service methods selected.
1.2 SYMBOLS IN PROCEDURES
Danger indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
Warning indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
Caution indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor 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
implemented.
1.3 SAFETY INFORMATION
It is Columbia ParCar’s specific recommendation that the following safety information must be observed
at all times. Not all are repeated throughout this manual, but the recommendations included must be
observed whenever these subjects are encountered.
Any modifications or changes to the vehicle that affect the stability or increases vehicle speed
beyond factory specifications could result in severe personal injury or death.
Always, remove keys and disconnect the batteries before servicing or repairing your vehicle.
All batteries used in electric vehicles can explode! Always wear full face shield when working
on or near batteries. Hydrogen fumes are a natural byproduct of charging and discharging and
are extremely explosive. Do not smoke around electric vehicle batteries. Keep sparks and
flames away from batteries. Battery charging should only be done in a well-ventilated area.See
Section 8-Batteries, for specific details.
When working around batteries, use approved insulated tools, remove jewelry such as rings,
watches, chains, etc. and place an insulating material such as wood, plastic, rubber, etc. over
batteries covering all connections.
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