E-TON Viper 40E (RXL-40E), Owner'S Manual

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Engine Stop Switch
The stop switch is a red colored rocker switch
located on the left-hand handle bar.
To start and run the engine, this switch must
be placed in the on, “O”, position.
The vehicle is also equipped with a safety
brake switch which will prevent the engine
from starting until the parking brake is
engaged.
To stop your engine, place the switch to the
stop, “
X ”, position.
In the stop, “
X ”, position the ignition system is
grounded preventing the spark plug from
firing.
This switch can also be used as a safety or
emergency stop switch.
Remote Stop/Start Switch
The Viper 40E comes equipped with a remote
Stop/Start key ring switch.
The remote switch has two buttons, a Stop
button which will stop the engine when pressed.
The effective range of the switch is
30 feet
unobstructed.
Once the unit has been stopped with the remote
switch you must press the run button in order for
the unit to be restarted. This action resets the
remote receiver on the unit.
The unit may also be started remotely by
pressing both the Stop & Run buttons together.
Safety Note:
Always test the remote switch
before beginning a riding session. The remote
switch is operated by a battery which should be
replaced once a year. You can obtain a
replacement battery at your local department
store.
Throttle lever
The throttle lever is located on the right-hand
handle bar below the grip. To operate the throttle
lever, place your right thumb on the lever and
press forward to increase your speed. To
decrease your speed, reduce your pressure on
the lever and the spring tension will
automatically reduce your speed.
The travel of the throttle lever is controlled by the
throttle stop bolt.
As your operator gains more experience, you
can increase the throttle travel to allow for
additional speed to be obtained.
To increase the throttle’s travel, thus increasing
the maximum speed, turn the throttle stop bolt
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