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5.4

Charging

This manual contains important safety and
operating instructions for charging your
vehicle. Before charging, read all of the
instructions and cautionary information in this
manual and on the vehicle itself

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5.4.1

Charger General Information

The battery charger is a self-regulating charger with a minimum of moving parts, designed
for long, trouble free service. The charger utilizes convection cooling which maximizes the
reliability and minimizes any maintenance costs. It is located in the vehicle beneath the hood
and under the aluminum tunnel cover. The charging plug is found at the front and center of

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Summary of Contents for 2013

Page 1: ...Where Quality and Versatility Meet Savings 2013 Model Owners Manual MAY2013REV1 ...

Page 2: ...ction 1 General Specifications 4 Lighting 10 Driver Controls 15 Vehicle Operation 35 Maintenance 50 Transporting the Vehicle 70 Customer Assistance Information 71 Vehicle Options___________________________________72 Warranty Information 91 ...

Page 3: ...ery powered Neighborhood Electric Vehicle NEV from e ride Industries Customer satisfaction and safety are the primary concerns of e ride Industries For this reason it is recommended that you take the time to read through this entire manual for important information about the safe use and maintenance of your electric vehicle ...

Page 4: ...per use of your new e ride vehicle It will help you learn about the features controls and operation of your new electric vehicle It will also give you important information about maintenance and the associated safety information This manual is applicable to the two passenger EXV2 model and the four passenger EXV4 model ...

Page 5: ...bel This label is located on the base of the driver s seat facing the door The VIN contains information such as the model year type GVWR tire pressure and other useful information Please record the 17 character vehicle identification number in the space below Vehicle Identification Number VIN Date Purchased ______ _____ ______ ...

Page 6: ... Industries Flatbed Utility Vehicle EXV2 Curb weight 2 150 pounds GVWR 3 000 pounds Length 155 inches Width 66 inches Height 69 inches Flatbed bed size 66 inches x 59 inches Drive system voltage 72 volt Batteries 8 volt flooded lead acid qty 9 optional maintenance free ...

Page 7: ...C separately excited optional 72 volt AC Top Speed 25 miles per hour Tires 14 street rated Brakes Hydraulic four wheel disc brakes with drum parking brake Steering Rack pinion Chassis Aluminum riveted uni body Bumpers Steel front and rear Suspension Independent front suspension leaf spring solid axle in rear ...

Page 8: ...harger 120 volt 15 amp AC to 72 volt 21 amp DC charger Charge time Max 8 hours with standard batteries Charging energy requirements 85 138 volts AC optional 195 265 volts AC Max 1800 watts Continuous 1440 watts Single phase 45 65 hertz Lights 4 Headlights 2 low and 2 high taillights turn signals hazard lights and brake lights ...

Page 9: ...Transportation Vehicle EXV4 Curb weight 2 180 pounds GVWR 3 000 pounds Length 145 inches Width 60 inches Height 70 inches Pickup box size 28 inches x 55 inches Drive system voltage 72 volt Batteries 8 volt flooded lead acid qty 9 optional maintenance free ...

Page 10: ... 72 volt AC Top Speed 25 miles per hour Tires 14 street rated Brakes Hydraulic four wheel disc brakes with drum parking brake Steering Rack pinion Chassis Aluminum riveted uni body Bumpers Steel front and rear Suspension Independent front suspension leaf spring solid axle in rear Speed Controller 72 volt 400 amp with regenerative braking ...

Page 11: ...to 72 volt 21 amp DC charger Charge time Max 8 hours with standard batteries Charging energy requirements 85 138 volts AC or 195 265 volts AC Max 1800 watts Continuous 1440 watts Single phase 45 65 hertz Lights 4 Headlights 2 low and 2 high taillights turn signals hazard lights and brake lights ...

Page 12: ... the front of the hood There are four headlights total The dim lights are the center two and the outer two lights are the bright lights The dim lights operate with just the center two lights and all four lights are illuminated on the bright setting Headlights should be kept clean and in good operation at all times as not to impair visibility ...

Page 13: ...e vehicle They operate when the headlights are turned on as well as flashing for the corresponding turn signal and hazards 3 1 3 Taillights Brake Lights Rear Turn Signals These lights have three functions and are the red rectangular lights at the rear of the vehicle mounted into the tail panel These operate on their dim setting as the tail lights when the headlight switch is turned on They operate...

Page 14: ...and key switch have been turned off 2 Remove cover from the light by removing the four nuts 3 Remove the wire connector from the headlight 4 Turn the bulb counter clockwise and pull it straight out to remove it from the housing 5 To put back together go through steps 2 4 in reverse order ...

Page 15: ...t 1 Make sure the lights switch and key switch have been turned off 2 Turn the socket counter clockwise to release it from the housing 3 Pull the bulb straight out to remove it from the socket 4 To put back together go through steps 2 and 3 in reverse order ...

Page 16: ...een turned off 2 Remove the console and dash assemblies The flasher is located on the firewall directly below the wiper motor 3 Remove it from its retainer and replace Flasher is 552 4 To put back together go through steps 2 and 3 in reverse order Note The turn signals and hazards use the same flasher ...

Page 17: ...igital Dash Display The digital dash display is the large flat screen monitor located in the center of the dash between the selector switch and the 12 volt accessory power outlet This display shows multiple functions and includes all the dash instrumentation ...

Page 18: ...he speed 4 1 2 Odometer The display shows the total miles on the vehicle The miles are not resettable On the digital dash display it is located at the bottom center of the screen 4 1 3 Hour Meter The display shows the total hours the key has been turned on On the digital dash display it is located at the bottom right side of the screen The hour meter is not resettable ...

Page 19: ...screen will illuminate See section 5 3 Charging of this manual for the charging procedure 4 1 5 Battery Water Level Indicator std flooded lead acid batteries only This illuminates when the battery water level is low This is a warning that displays when the water level is low enough to cause battery damage In the event that this light illuminates fill the batteries with distilled water from the fil...

Page 20: ...button with the right arrow for 3 seconds and then release when the main menu appears Press the up and down buttons to navigate to the clock setting feature and press the right arrow button Use the up and down buttons to change the hours then press the right arrow button Use the up and down buttons to change the minutes and press the select button Finally press the up and down buttons to navigate ...

Page 21: ...e ride Industries Page 19 4 1 8 Parking Brake Indicator This illuminates when the parking brake is engaged 4 1 9 High Beam Indicator This illuminates when the high beam headlights are turned on ...

Page 22: ... 2 2 12 Volt Accessory Power Outlet The accessory power outlet is located to the right of the digital dash display The outlet is only operational when the key switch is on For safety purposes there is a rubber plug attached to the outlet Keep the outlet covered when not in use to prevent anything unintended from entering The accessory outlet accepts a standard automotive 12 volt accessory plug and...

Page 23: ...the switch to move the vehicle in reverse The center position of this switch is neutral To prevent damage to the motor do not at any time change the direction of the selector switch unless the vehicle is at a complete stop 4 2 4 Horn This switch is the round black button located to the left of the steering wheel and above the three switch block Push the button to sound the horn The horn will sound...

Page 24: ...e left one in the block This switch controls the low headlights as well as the front parking lights and taillights Turn these lights on by pressing on the top of the switch turn them off by pressing on the bottom of the switch Always remember to turn on your headlights at dusk or dawn and during inclement weather Failure to activate your lights under these conditions could result in an accident ...

Page 25: ...the bright headlights Turn the bright headlights on by pressing on the top of the switch turn them off by pressing on the bottom of the switch When the bright headlights are on the high beam light indicator will illuminate in the digital dash display The high beams only work when the low light switch is turned on When approaching another vehicle or person be sure to turn off the bright headlights ...

Page 26: ...to the left side of the steering wheel The wiper switch is the right one in the block This switch controls the front windshield wipers Turn the wipers on by pressing on the top of the switch turn them off by pressing on the bottom of the switch For information on the use of the optional windshield washer refer to section 9 1 6 Windshield Washer ...

Page 27: ... the rocker to toggle through the medium and high settings The heater fan can also be used with the heater element turned off to circulate cab air but only on the medium and high settings The heater and fan will only function with the ignition key turned on The air from the heater exits through two vents on the top of the dash whose main function is defrosting and the two vents on the sides of the...

Page 28: ...engage the right turn signal and pull it down to engage the left turn signal 4 3 2 Steering Column Tilt Lever The steering column tilt lever is the shorter of the two on the left side of the steering column Pull the lever toward you to release the tilt lock adjust the column to the desired tilt and release the lever Do not attempt to adjust the column tilt while the vehicle is in motion ...

Page 29: ...to turn on the hazard lights pull it out to shut them off 4 4 Under Dash Controls 4 4 1 Accelerator Pedal The accelerator pedal is the foot pedal on the right Depress it to accelerate the vehicle release it to decelerate the vehicle In the event that the battery charger is plugged in the accelerator pedal will not function until the charger is unplugged ...

Page 30: ... and the accelerator is not depressed No brake pedal input is required This applies only to the rear wheels and is more prominent on the standard DC drive system than the optional AC system This can also slightly recharge the battery pack which can help to extend vehicle s range Note The optional AC drive vehicles are equipped with electronic assist braking which adds extra regenerative braking po...

Page 31: ... releases the parking brake It may be necessary to adjust the parking brake tension over time See the vehicle service manual if parking brake adjustment is needed Note The parking brake needs to be released to drive the vehicle This is done for safety reasons When the park brake is engaged a parking brake symbol will be illuminated in the middle left location of the digital dash display See sectio...

Page 32: ... is located at the front just below each seat To move the seat pull the lever to the side and slide the seat to the position you desire Releasing the lever will lock the seat in place Note Rear seats on EXV4 models only are not adjustable Do not attempt to adjust the driver seat while the vehicle is in motion Always make sure that the seats are locked in place before operating the vehicle ...

Page 33: ...eld of view Always check to see if it is clear behind you before changing lanes or backing up to avoid any collisions or accidents 4 5 3 Rearview Mirror The rearview mirror is mounted at the top center of the windshield This mirror is adjusted manually and is intended to give the driver view out the back of the vehicle The mirror operates in either day or night settings which are adjusted with the...

Page 34: ...s should always properly wear their safety belts b Lap belts should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips not across the waist c Make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained d Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt People belted together can crush one another in an accident causing injury Never use a lap belt for more than one person It is extremely d...

Page 35: ...safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision should be replaced However if the incident was minor an inspection should be performed by a qualified service technician for damage and proper operation and replaced if necessary Safety belt assemblies not used during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if damaged or improper operation is found Failure to inspect and if ...

Page 36: ... kg or less you must put them in safety seats made especially for children Check your local state laws for specific requirements regarding the safe transportation of children in your vehicle Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant or child restraint you might use Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is in motion The passenger cannot p...

Page 37: ...a chain To power the vehicle insert the key into the socket and turn clockwise until it locks in To relieve power from the vehicle turn the key counterclockwise and remove the key This switch should be disengaged before any maintenance or repairs are performed on the vehicle Note If the vehicle is equipped with Optional AC drive system and the accompanying 12v battery this switch does not entirely...

Page 38: ...key switch on 3 Depress the brake pedal 4 Release the parking brake 5 Push the directional selector switch to either forward or reverse 6 Release the brake when you are ready to drive and lightly depress the accelerator pedal Note The vehicle will not drive if the accelerator pedal is depressed while engaging the direction selector The accelerator must be fully released and then re engaged to driv...

Page 39: ...n decelerating zero throttle input the vehicle will have a slight regenerative braking which assists in slowing the vehicle down and at the same time helps to slightly recharge the battery pack This is essentially very light braking of the rear wheels 2 The vehicle is equipped with only a parking brake to prevent it from rolling while parked It is imperative that it is engaged before exiting the v...

Page 40: ...d on the vehicle itself 5 4 1 Charger General Information The battery charger is a self regulating charger with a minimum of moving parts designed for long trouble free service The charger utilizes convection cooling which maximizes the reliability and minimizes any maintenance costs It is located in the vehicle beneath the hood and under the aluminum tunnel cover The charging plug is found at the...

Page 41: ... is a charge status indicator that can be seen through the front grill of the vehicle the front of the hood towards the driver s side This LED light shows the progress of the charge The color of the light is described by the sticker around the LED which is shown to the left and also described below Red 20 battery charged or more Green 100 charged Yellow 80 battery charged or more Off No AC power i...

Page 42: ... the GFCI must be higher than 3 5 milliamps The vehicle can be plugged into every 2P E 125V 15A NEMA 5 15R or 2P E 230V 16A outlet and therefore ends the need for a charge room Before charging the user will have to make sure that the chosen place for charging complies with the required safety standards Electric wiring must be conforming to National Electrical Code NFPA 70 or NF C 15100 standards o...

Page 43: ...tions in activity inside the country to power mains supply 5 4 3 Extension Cord Requirements Always use a three conductor No 14 AWG heavy duty cord with ground that is properly wired The extension cord should be in good electrical condition and kept as short as possible Make sure the pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same number size and shape as the AC plug of the vehicle The use of ...

Page 44: ...e light in the round display of the charge status indicator It may be any of the three colors depending on the battery state of charge at the time 4 Once the charge is completed the charger will turn off automatically and the indicator will turn green After the charger has turned off disconnect the AC supply cord from the outlet Lead acid batteries generate gases which can be explosive Charge the ...

Page 45: ... the natural battery discharge over time 5 4 6 Anti Drive The vehicle utilizes a safety feature to keep a user from driving away with the power cord still connected This prevents potential damage to the power cord or bodily injury As long as there is a power cord plugged into the battery charger inlet plug at the front of the vehicle and power is present the vehicle will power up with the ignition...

Page 46: ... no mater what the state of charge 5 4 8 Charge Time Charge time will vary depending on the depth of discharge age and temperature of the batteries Allow up to 8 hours for normal full recharging 5 4 9 Charger Safety Information a To reduce the risk of electrical shock unplug the charger from a live outlet or disconnect AC power to the outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning b DO NOT u...

Page 47: ... the state of connections and cables must be checked and tightened if necessary e Charge the vehicle only when the ignition switch is in the off position f Charge the vehicle only in a room free of pollution and with sufficient ventilation WARNING Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock ...

Page 48: ...to achieve maximum battery life and performance 5 5 1 Battery Watering Flooded lead acid batteries only Make sure to fill batteries with water monthly or promptly when there is any indicated need The batteries must be refilled with distilled or de mineralized water to avoid internal damage Electrolyte levels lower during discharge and rise during charge Therefore it is mandatory that water be adde...

Page 49: ... times It generally takes 90 120 cycles to fully maximize battery capacity 5 5 3 Depth of Discharge Do not excessively discharge the batteries Excessive discharge can cause polarity reversal of individual cells resulting in complete failure shortly thereafter Limited discharge depth of new batteries will also minimize the chance of cell reversal Charge the batteries to their full state once a mont...

Page 50: ...ehicle is charged once a month The main battery disconnect must be turned back on to charge the vehicle If the vehicle is allowed to sit in conditions of 0 degrees C 32 degrees F or less with a state of charge of 20 or less the batteries could freeze If the batteries happen to freeze it may cause damage to the batteries and permanently greatly reduce their capacity If the car has been in these con...

Page 51: ...o function the vehicle can be stored in a cold environment Batteries last longer when kept cold 5 5 5 Cleaning and Maintenance Keep the top of the batteries clean and dry to ensure long lasting trouble free operation Also make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals Make sure the cables are tight to the terminals but be careful not to over tighten Any corros...

Page 52: ...cle Batteries can produce explosive gases Therefore do not allow sparks or flames to come near the batteries When working near the batteries always shield your face and protect your eyes Always provide ventilation Whenever cleaning or servicing the batteries be sure to disconnect the main disconnect switch Also if a 12 volt accessory battery is supplied AC drive models the fuse in location F5 of f...

Page 53: ...of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when you work near a battery b Keep batteries out of the reach of children c Batteries contain sulfuric acid Avoid acid contact with skin eyes or clothing Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution If acid comes in contact with eyes or skin flush the affected area immediately with water for...

Page 54: ... vicinity of the batteries g Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto battery It might spark or short circuit battery or other electrical part that may cause explosion h Remove personal metal items such as rings bracelets necklaces and watches when working with a battery A lead acid battery can produce a short circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal ca...

Page 55: ...the batteries sooner than once a month Perform this in a well ventilated area that is dry and well lit To fill the batteries 1 Items needed are the provided water fill tube and distilled water 2 Open the hood and locate the battery water fill hoses One has a red cap on the hose and the other has a black cap and they are both strapped to the wiring harness Take the cap off both the connectors 3 Pla...

Page 56: ... couplers by pressing the gray button on the female coupling and replace the red dust cover on the main coupling 8 Connect the water fill tube female coupler to the vehicles male coupler that has a black cap To connect them just press the two connectors together until it clicks 9 Squeeze the bulb with firm pressure to pump water into the battery cells When the bulb becomes firm the rear bank of ba...

Page 57: ...ch helps with expansion when the water freezes in the hose If you are in a climate with long periods 1 month or longer of freezing weather the vehicle will need to be able to be placed in a location above freezing to allow the fill system to thaw so the batteries can once again be filled If the vehicle can t be placed in a location above freezing it is possible that the fill system will thaw just ...

Page 58: ...pace is limited on the EXV2 model it is equipped with a battery access panel in the flatbed for easy maintenance and service of the rear batteries Battery compartment inside the cab EXV2 and EXV4 Models 1 Remove the center armrest pad 2 Unplug the center console wire harness behind the driver s side of the console 3 Disconnect the heater hoses 4 Remove the center console 5 Remove battery tunnel co...

Page 59: ... and center location of the flat bed 3 There are four slotted quarter turn fasteners that secure the access panel to the flatbed Use a flat screwdriver or similar tool to release the fasteners 4 To lift the access panel out of its hole there is a notch cut in the rear of the panel Use a flat screwdriver and place it in this notch The panel should lift up easily ...

Page 60: ...ny signs of a loose cable connection they must be tightened by a trained professional before the main disconnect switch is turned back on Note The main battery disconnect does not disconnect power from battery to battery 3 Inspect for any acid spills or corrosion to the battery posts or cables If corrosion exists the aluminum or metal components will turn white in color All acid or vulnerable meta...

Page 61: ...the vehicle before turning the main disconnect switch back on 6 1 3 Battery Disposal Always dispose of batteries in a responsible manner Follow your local standards for disposal Contact your local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling batteries ...

Page 62: ...tions If any problems cannot be resolved consult a qualified service center Do not disassemble the charger take it to a qualified service center when service or repair is required Incorrect reassembly may result in the risk of electrical shock or fire DANGER To reduce risk of electric shock always disconnect the AC supply cord from its outlet and the DC output cord from the battery before attempti...

Page 63: ...it isn t fluid should be added After filling reinstall the cap and wipe off any excess brake fluid Take care not to spill any fluid on the vehicle If this happens make sure to wash it off immediately with soap and water to avoid cracking discoloration or any other damage to the paint or any other part of the vehicle Note The vehicle is equipped with a four wheel hydraulic braking system only use s...

Page 64: ...per operation still results in poor visibility inspect the blades the inserts and the arms using the following guidelines a Make sure that the blade and arm are not bent or dented b Make sure that the blade is still pliable and not stiff or cracked c If there are any defects be sure to replace the blades to ensure safety d The wiper arm is adjustable in length and angle adjust as needed to functio...

Page 65: ...n a regular basis If the tires are still wearing unevenly have them checked 6 5 2 Wheel Alignment At least twice a year check the wheel alignment If your alignment is not correct this could cause steering resistance and rolling resistance which would cause a decrease in the range and overall performance of the vehicle Mis aligned tires will also cause uneven tire wear which could be a safety hazar...

Page 66: ...an cause steering problems and could also cause loss of control of the vehicle Take these steps to ensure correct tire pressures a Use an accurate tire pressure gauge b Check the tire pressure when tires are cold which is after the vehicle has been parked for over an hour or has been driven less than 3 miles c Adjust the tire pressure according to the recommended specifications listed on the sidew...

Page 67: ...ometer performance and life of the vehicle 6 6 Fuses 6 6 1 72 Volt Fuses All 72 volt rated fuses are located in the rear motor compartment of the vehicle In most cases if these fuses fail there is another issue with your vehicle Fuse replacement and any problems that cause fuse failure should be diagnosed by a trained professional Front Controls Fuse This fuse is for the front controls of the vehi...

Page 68: ...A C drive system which is rated for 425 amps ANN 400 is mounted onto the A C drive controller 6 6 2 12 Volt Fuses The 12 volt fuses are located at the front of the vehicle beneath the hood To access them unlatch and open the hood and remove the aluminum tunnel cover The fuse panel is a small black box in the center Remove the cover by pressing both of the side tabs and lifting upward The fuse circ...

Page 69: ...Lights 10 Amp F3 Radio 10 Amp F4 Interior Dome Light 5 Amp F5 12 Volt Battery A C Drive only 25 Amp F11 Headlights 20 Amp F12 Horn Backup Alarm Backup Light 15 Amp F13 Brake Lights Wiper Motor 12 Volt Accessory Outlet 15 Amp F14 Heater Coil Heater Fan Radio Ignition 10 Amp F15 2 Speed Fan Beacon Light 10 Amp ...

Page 70: ... Care and Cleaning To clean the vehicle you can use any mild cleaning soap or cleaner and soft towel for the entire vehicle seats glass dash etc A soft clean towel is suggested to avoid surface scratches and water spotting Caution Do not rinse the interior of your vehicle Direct water on the charger plug dash panel or instrument panel could result in damage to the electrical system ...

Page 71: ...ooded batteries only X 2 Check tires for correct pressure and wear X 3 Check for correct operation of parking brake X 4 Check brake fluid for proper level X 5 Check brake lines for leaks X 6 Check headlights blinkers brake lights wipers X 7 Check seat belts for proper operation X 8 Check battery terminals for tight connections and corrosion X ...

Page 72: ...ort your vehicle is in an enclosed trailer When towing the vehicle follow these directions 1 Only load the vehicle facing forward 2 Tie down the vehicle using an X pattern 3 Be sure to tie down any loose objects Do not tow the vehicle at speeds in excess of 25 miles per hour with any of the wheels in contact with the ground e ride Industries will void all warranties if the vehicle is towed in this...

Page 73: ...s Customer Assistance Center 3171 92nd Avenue Princeton MN 55371 By Phone 1 800 950 4351 Hours of operation Monday through Friday CST 8am to 5pm By e mail customer assistance e ride com When contacting the Customer Assistance Center please have the following information available 9 The vehicle identification number VIN 9 The year and model of your vehicle 9 The date you purchased the vehicle 9 The...

Page 74: ... controlled by the Curtis 550 amp controller sealed to IP65 rating This drive system is designed to give more acceleration power and speed holding It is ideal for hilly applications It holds 25 MPH up to a 10 grade hill The vehicle equipped with this option is also capable of acceleration from 0 25 MPH in 10 seconds Actual performance will be based on battery state of charge load grade etc ...

Page 75: ...e switch up turns on the heater Rotating the switch down turns on the air conditioner Note that the heater and air conditioner will not turn on unless the fan switch is turned on Also if the fan switch is turned to the 3 high position and the heater control switch is turned to HEAT position the fan switch is overridden and will automatically be adjust down to the 2 medium fan speed The air conditi...

Page 76: ...in warmer climates or help defrost the windshield The switch for the fan is located on the center console and labeled AUX FAN The fan is off when the switch is in the bottom position Press on the top of the switch to rock the switch to the center position for low speed Rock the switch to the top position for high speed The auxiliary fan will only function with the ignition key turned on ...

Page 77: ...abeled PREHEAT This switch has three positions Off On and Start To start the heater push on the top of the switch to rock it up to the on position and then momentarily rock the switch all the way up to the start position and release After a few seconds the heater will turn on and at the same time the charger will shut off The power supply plugged into the receptacle must be unplugged before the ve...

Page 78: ...igh The seat heater will only function with the ignition key turned on 9 1 5 Radio This option provides an AM FM radio with a USB port and memory card slot It features two speakers which are mounted behind each seat on an EXV2 model and on opposite ends under the dash on an EXV4 model View the radio manual included with the vehicle for detailed instructions on operation of the radio The radio will...

Page 79: ...pers and then momentarily rock switch all the way up and release The washer spray will continue until the momentary action of the switch is released The washer will only function with the ignition key turned on The one gallon washer fluid tank is located under the hood attached to the passenger s side of the firewall Make sure to use appropriate washer fluid for the operating climate 9 1 7 Sun Vis...

Page 80: ...ehicles Use standard 20 hardware to mount the license plate to the bracket 9 1 9 Tube Bumpers This is stylized welded steel bumpers front and back that are painted black It is a cosmetic replacement for the standard sheet metal bumper This option adds 7 5 inches to the overall vehicle length 9 1 10 Aluminum Rims These are a cosmetic replacement for the standard white steel rims They also are a mor...

Page 81: ...t 9 1 12 Reverse Light This is a light mounted to the center rear tail panel of the vehicle that illuminates when the ignition key is on and the direction selector switch is in the reverse position The light helps to see when backing up and alerts others to stay clear 9 1 13 Ladder Rack This is a full steel frame to allow the storage of ladders on top of the vehicle Tie down and fully secure anyth...

Page 82: ...ction there is a beacon light guard available This option is most commonly used on vehicles with a ladder rack The beacon will only function with the ignition key turned on 9 1 15 Trailer Hitch This is a receiver tube that is mounted to the rear bumper and allows a 2 receiver to be inserted with the appropriate hitch ball size to attach a trailer Vehicle is equipped with a 4 pin flat trailer light...

Page 83: ...uate to about 10 miles per day on the 400 watt solar panel system The panels should be kept clean by washing with soap and water The power meter displays the amount of power the solar panels are supplying to the battery pack in amps volts and watts This display is located on the dash panel just above the ignition key Scroll through the readings on the display by pressing the button All other butto...

Page 84: ...those cold winter nights and days To operate the warmer a live 120 volt AC power cord not supplied with the vehicle must be plugged into the battery warmer inlet plug This plug is located in the center of the front bumper near the charger plug When the power cord is plugged in the warmer will start up only if the batteries are colder than 60 degrees Fahrenheit The warmer has a temperature controll...

Page 85: ...arranty has the same stipulations as the original 12 month warranty given with the purchase of the vehicle See Section 10 Warranty Information for the e ride Industries limited warranty policy details 9 1 20 Extended 24 Month Limited Warranty This is an optional extended 24 month warranty which starts the date the standard warranty is void and available for purchase within 30 days of the original ...

Page 86: ...ween the tool boxes to contain objects placed on the flatbed The tailgate is completely removable and attached by threaded removable knobs 9 2 2 Topper This is an aluminum topper that covers the full length of the flatbed Many different versions of this topper are available The standard topper has a flip open window in the front to allow for cleaning It also utilizes a flip up window on each side ...

Page 87: ...so utilizes a flip up window on each side as well as two doors in the back On each side is a tool box with one shelf and dividers All doors and windows are lockable keyed alike 9 2 4 Aluminum Stake Sides open or solid design Constructed of aluminum these stake sides help keep cargo on the flatbed Threaded removable knobs are used to attach the stake sides so they can be easily removed Also availab...

Page 88: ...eeded Never at any time exceed the gross vehicle weight of 3000 lbs 9 2 6 Utility Refuse Dump Box This is a hydraulic lift dump box made from a steel frame with a 2 cubic yard poly box It can be equipped with optional flip down box sides for easy loading To flip down the sides lift both latch handles out and slide toward each other The dump box has a safety switch that will not allow the vehicle d...

Page 89: ...ress the down button on the remote switch to lower the box Never drive the vehicle unless the box is completely lowered When access to the batteries is needed lift the box completely and insert the prop rod into its holder Lower the box so that there is tension on the prop rod See section 6 1 Battery Maintenance for proper procedures Also see the dump box manual for operating and maintenance proce...

Page 90: ...ailgates that swing open sideways To open each tailgate lift the latch up and swing the gate to the side and re latch the gate to the side panel Both sides open the same way Make sure the gates are completely latched in the closed position before moving the vehicle Never at any time exceed the gross vehicle weight of 3000 lbs ...

Page 91: ... cab 9 3 2 Locking Enclosure This option is for the standard full doors with roll up windows All outer door handles are equipped with a lock so the doors can be locked and unlocked from outside the vehicle 9 3 3 Dome Light The dome light is mounted on the interior of the b pillar It provides light inside the vehicle cab The light will work when the ignition switch is on or off To toggle the light ...

Page 92: ... lockable for security purposes To lock or unlock the tool box insert the key and turn one quarter turn Push latch button to open the tool box 9 3 5 Quad Cab Enclosure This is a topper that is mounted onto the rear box of the vehicle that encloses the box and seals it from the outside elements This option is lockable if the locking enclosure option is also included ...

Page 93: ...etailer during the warranty coverage period e rides warranty starts from the date of delivery to the first purchaser or lease owner including any e ride dealers that use the vehicle as a demonstrator vehicle whichever comes first on any new or unused e ride vehicle e ride classifies a new or unused vehicle to have less than and no greater than 50 miles on the odometer at time of first original sal...

Page 94: ...mer Assistance Center By Mail e ride Industries Customer Assistance Center 3171 92nd Avenue Princeton MN 55371 By Phone 1 800 950 4351 Hours of operation Monday through Friday CST 8am to 5pm By e mail customer assistance e ride com Warranty Coverage Exclusions Normal wear and tear items such as but not limited to charger plugs and receptacles seats windshield wiper blades trim pieces fuses brake s...

Page 95: ...have been discovered Damage resulting from accident fire theft vandalism or any acts of war or God Any damages to the batteries from the lack of charging freezing or overheating conditions infrequent use charging with a charger not supplied by e ride Industries Damage or loss caused by tire puncture or failure to maintain correct tire pressure Batteries are warranted by the battery manufacturer In...

Page 96: ...dification of the top vehicle speed braking system including regenerative braking steering transaxle motor controller charging system electrical system parts or any other operating system of the vehicle that can cause it to perform different than e ride s specifications The warranty is also void if the vehicle is not maintained as outlined in the vehicles owners manual or if it is misused in such ...

Page 97: ...sfer of warranty from the original purchaser Extended Limited Warranties e ride Industries has available an extended 1 year and 2 year limited warranty that starts at the date of the original expired warranty All extended limited warranties purchased through e ride industries will follow the same stipulations of the original warranty except that each warranty claim will have a 100 00 deductible th...

Page 98: ...ontact e ride Industries customer service center for help in finding a local authorized service center Payment of Service Work All vehicle parts which are found to be defective under normal use and maintenance within the limited warranty time will be repaired or replaced without charge to the owner for parts or labor To all certified e ride service centers dealers and persons that wish to repair t...

Page 99: ...to and from the vehicle to repair the vehicle Shipment of Parts under Warranty In the event that a vehicle requires a part for a warranty repair e ride will ship parts free of charge Parts that e ride has on hand will be shipped second day air if the vehicle is unable to drive according to the sole discretion of e ride and the parts do not exceed 20 pounds All other parts on hand will be shipped r...

Page 100: ...e vehicle or component thereof is the exclusive and sole remedy of the purchaser e ride Industries makes no other representation or warranty of any kind and no representative or employee of e ride Industries has the authority to make or imply any representation promise or agreement which in any way varies the terms of this warranty e ride Industries reserves the right to modify this warranty at an...

Page 101: ...rranty period All parts and components replaced under warranty shall become the property of e ride Industries No Consequential Damages In no event should e ride Industries be liable for any incidental or consequential damages including but not limited to loss related to property other than the vehicle loss of use loss of time inconvenience or any other economic loss coming about from defects Some ...

Page 102: ...r Assistance Center as detailed above Please have the following information available 9 The vehicle identification number VIN 9 The year and model of the vehicle 9 The date of purchased of the vehicle 9 The current odometer reading 9 The name of the dealer the vehicle was purchased from ...

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