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SAFETY

Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers.

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•  support the vehicle using wheel chocks and jack stands, NEVER get under a vehicle that is supported by a jack, 

lift the vehicle in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions

•  maintain the vehicle in an area away from exposed flame or persons who are smoking

•  be aware that a vehicle that is not performing as designed is a potential hazard and must not be operated

•  test drive the vehicle after any repairs or maintenance in a safe area that is free of both vehicular and pedestrian 

traffic

•  keep complete records of the maintenance history of the vehicle

The manufacturer cannot anticipate all situations, therefore people attempting to maintain or repair the vehicle must 
have the skill and experience to recognize and protect themselves from potential situations that could result in severe 
personal injury or death and damage to the vehicle. Use extreme caution and, if unsure as to the potential for injury, 
refer the repair or maintenance to a qualified mechanic.

VENTILATION

Hydrogen gas is generated in the charging cycle of batteries and is explosive in concentrations as low as 4%. Because 
hydrogen gas is lighter than air, it will collect in the ceiling of buildings necessitating proper ventilation. Five air 
exchanges per hour is considered the minimum requirement.

NEVER charge a vehicle in an area that is subject to flame or spark. Pay particular attention to natural gas or propane 
water heaters and furnaces.

Always use a dedicated circuit for each battery charger. Do not permit other appliances to be plugged into the 
receptacle when the charger is in operation.

Chargers must be installed and operated in accordance with charger manufacturers recommendations or applicable 
electrical code (whichever is higher).

GENERAL SAFETY PRACTICES

Introduction

Like other machines, golf cars can cause injury if improperly used or maintained. This section contains broad safety
practices recommended for safe golf car operations. Before operation, the controlling party should establish such 
additional specific safety practices as may be reasonably required for safe operations.

Experience has shown that golf cars which comply with the provisions stated in Part II of this Standard are safe when
properly operated in accordance with the safety and operation warnings affixed to every golf car. The safe operation is
enhanced when the golf cars are operated within a specific set of operation instructions, safety rules and practices
established to meet actual operating terrain and conditions.

The safety information contained in Part II is intended to provide the controlling party with basic safety information and
to encourage the controlling party to implement a golf car safety program.

It is suggested and recommended that Part II be reprinted in the golf car manufacturer’s operation and service manuals 
to encourage safe operations and practices at the controlling party’s facility.

Safety Survey

The controlling party shall perform a safety survey periodically, and as conditions warrant to their premises, to identify 
areas where golf cars should not be operated and to identify possible hazards.

Summary of Contents for Express L6 - Electric

Page 1: ...622013 Owner s Guide ISSUED NOVEMBER 2011 REVISED JUNE 2012...

Page 2: ...es in controls will be illustrated Most of the service procedures in this guide can be accomplished using common automotive hand tools Contact your service representative on servicing the vehicle in a...

Page 3: ...vehi cle E Z GO Division of Textron Inc reserves the right to incorporate engineering and design changes to products in this manual without obligation to include these changes on units sold previousl...

Page 4: ...ate of self discharge varies depending on the ambient temperature the age and condition of the batteries A fully charged battery will not freeze in winter temperatures unless the temperature falls bel...

Page 5: ...his manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers SECTION PAGE NO SAFETY 1 1 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 2 1 INTRODUCTION 3 1...

Page 6: ...Page iv TABLE OF CONTENTS Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers Notes...

Page 7: ...ETY PRACTICES 1 6 Introductions 1 6 Safety Survey 1 6 Steep Grade 1 7 Wet Areas 1 7 Sharp Turns Blind Corners Bridge Approaches 1 7 Loose Terrain 1 7 Golf Car Pedestrian Interference Areas 1 7 MAINTEN...

Page 8: ...1 2 SAFETY Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers Notes 1...

Page 9: ...that could result in an unsafe condition Observe these NOTICES CAUTIONS WARNINGS and DANGERS be aware that servicing a vehicle requires mechanical skill and a regard for conditions that could be hazar...

Page 10: ...important to the SAFE USE AND OPERATION of the product All customers should adhere to this SAFETY RESTRICTION in connection with the use of all E Z GO products new and used the Distributor or Dealer...

Page 11: ...he vehicle in a responsible manner and maintain the vehicle in safe operating condition read and observe all warnings and operation instruction labels affixed to the vehicle follow all safety rules es...

Page 12: ...tural gas or propane water heaters and furnaces Always use a dedicated circuit for each battery charger Do not permit other appliances to be plugged into the receptacle when the charger is in operatio...

Page 13: ...golf car operation or identified by a suitable warning to operators not to operate golf cars in this area due to loose terrain or possible hazardous conditions Golf Car Pedestrian Interference Areas A...

Page 14: ...Safety Procedures All maintenance shall be performed in accordance with the manufacturer s recommended safety procedures as outlined in the manufacturer s operation and service manuals The following l...

Page 15: ...e on the golf car FUELS HANDLING AND STORAGE BATTERY CHARGING The controlling party shall supervise the storage and handling of liquid fuels in accordance with applicable fire and safety requirements...

Page 16: ...FF I O ON OFF I O R F ON OFF I O ON OFF I O R F 14 25 14 25 614121 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE IN EC IS RANSOMES JACOBSEN LTD WEST ROAD IPSWICH SUFFOLK IP3 9TT UK 614068 28203 G01 601783 610631 614068 6...

Page 17: ...ED LOAD WITH HIGH CENTER OF GRAVITY COULD RESULT IN TIP OVER LOAD CENTER OF GRAVITY MAXIMUM HEIGHT x in xx cm MAX LOAD XXX LBS XXX KG WARNING MAXIMUM LOAD CENTER OF GRAVITY KEEP LOAD AS FAR FORWARD AS...

Page 18: ...NALS MAY CAUSE EXPLOSION DO NOT EXPOSE TO FLAME WARNING CORROSIVE WARNING LETHAL VOLTAGE WARNING EXPLOSIVE LOW OIL PRESSURE 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 DO NOT DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN LANDFILL DO...

Page 19: ...N SELECTOR TO REVERSE Q AN AUDIBLE DEVICE WILL SOUND Q DEPRESS ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND ACCELERATE SMOOTHLY TO LEAVE A GASOLINE POWERED VEHICLE IN PARK Q APPLY PARKING BRAKE Q TURN KEY TO OFF Q MOVE DIRE...

Page 20: ...1 14 SAFETY Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers Notes 1...

Page 21: ...ll Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers 2 TITLE PAGE NO EXPRESS S6 Vehicle Specifications 2 3 EXPRESS S6 Vehicle Dimensions 2 4 EXPRESS S6 Vehicle Incline Information and Turning Diameter 2 5 EXPRESS...

Page 22: ...2 2 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers Notes 2...

Page 23: ...Direct Drive Differential with helical gears Dash Mounted Forward Neutral Reverse 14 7 1 48 Volts DC Motor Type Continuous Horsepower kW Electrical System Batteries Qty Type Key or Pedal Start Speed C...

Page 24: ...e thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers 2 4 2 135 8 in 345 0 cm 99 5 in 253 0 cm 49 0 in 124 0 cm EXPRESS S6 48 8 in 124 0 cm Rear...

Page 25: ...d all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers 2 RECOMMENDED MAX SIDE TILT 25 or 14 MAX RECOMMENDED MAX RAMP...

Page 26: ...CATIONS Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers 2 6 2 TURNING CLEARANCE DIAMETER 35 ft 6inches 10...

Page 27: ...rges 48 Volts DC Motor Type Continuous Horsepower kW Electrical System Batteries Qty Type Key or Pedal Start Speed Controller Transaxle Gear Selection Shunt Wound Rear Axle Ratio 2 5 hp 1 9 kW Intermi...

Page 28: ...TIONS Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers 2 8 2 138 0 in 351 0 cm 95 0 in 241 0 cm 46 5 in 119...

Page 29: ...ly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers 2 52 5 in 133 5 cm Rear 38 5 in 98 0 cm Front 37 5 in 95 0 cm 76 0 in 193 0 cm RECOMMENDED MAX SIDE...

Page 30: ...ual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers 2 10 2 TURNING CLEARANCE DIAMETER 25ft 6inches 7 8 m 6 5 ft 1 98 m INTERSECTIN...

Page 31: ...2 11 Notes Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 2...

Page 32: ...2 12 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers Notes 2...

Page 33: ...tate of Charge Meter 3 3 Direction Selector 3 3 Accelerator Pedal 3 3 Brake and Park Brake 3 4 Horn 3 5 Front Seat 3 5 Hip Restraint Front 3 5 Hour Meter 3 5 Grab Handles 3 5 Weather Enclosure 3 5 Glo...

Page 34: ...3 2 INTRODUCTION Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers Notes 3...

Page 35: ...o the OFF position and removed 2 State of Charge Meter The vehicle is equipped with a state of charge meter located in the dash panel The state of charge meter indicates the amount of usable power in...

Page 36: ...equipped with factory installed custom accessories some accessories remain operational with the key switch in the OFF position The brake pedal incorporates a park brake feature To engage the park bra...

Page 37: ...cle is equipped with grab handles for easy access to vehicle 11 Weather Enclosure Weather enclosure as an option that the vehicle may be equipped with 12 Glove Box An optional lockable glove compartme...

Page 38: ...ng the Run Tow Maintenance switch to the Tow Maintenance position When in the Tow Maintenance position the Anti Roll Back and Walk Away safety features of the system no lon ger function Before attempt...

Page 39: ...om tree limbs or flying objects The sun top and windshield provide some protection from the elements however they will not keep the operator and passenger dry in a downpour This vehicle is not equippe...

Page 40: ...The cargo platform is accessed by folding the rear seat down Be careful when loading the vehicle Tie down loads to prevent shifting Do not overload vehicle The cargo platform is limited to a maximum l...

Page 41: ...3 9 Notes Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers INTRODUCTION 3...

Page 42: ...3 10 INTRODUCTION Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers Notes 3...

Page 43: ...EFORE INITIAL USE 4 2 PORATABLE CHARGER INSTALLATION 4 3 On board Charger 4 4 OPERATING THE VEHICLE 4 5 PERFORMANCE 4 5 Speed Control 4 6 Pedal Up Feature 4 6 Walk Away Feature 4 6 Anti Roll Back Feat...

Page 44: ...n unsuitable terrain Hydrogen gas is generated as a natural part of the lead acid battery charging process A 4 concentration of hydrogen gas is explosive and could cause severe injury or death Chargin...

Page 45: ...he charger If the charger is operated in an outdoor location rain and sun protection must be provided A dedicated circuit is required for the charger Refer to the charger manual for appropriate circui...

Page 46: ...the vehicle On board Charger The on board charger is located at the rear of the vehicle and is mounted between the frame rails An optional retractable AC cord reel is also available The charger is wi...

Page 47: ...e direction selector of a vehicle while the vehicle is in motion Moving the selector will result in a sudden slowing of the vehicle and the beeping of a warning device Slow down before and during turn...

Page 48: ...ture The pedal up feature slows the vehicle when the accelerator pedal is released while the vehicle is moving between 10 mph 16 kph and the vehicle s top speed Example If all of the following events...

Page 49: ...roll backwards slightly before power is returned to the motor High Pedal Disable Feature High pedal disable prevents undesired acceleration if the direction selector lever is changed or the key is tur...

Page 50: ...s limit speed with service brake Uncontrolled coasting does not occur because the controller limits the top speed of the vehicle while moving down hill However this is not a substitute for the service...

Page 51: ...4 9 Notes Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers OPERATING PROCEDURES 4...

Page 52: ...4 10 OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers Notes 4...

Page 53: ...7 LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT 5 7 FUSE REPLACEMENT 5 8 TRANSPORTING VEHICLE 5 8 Towing 5 8 Hauling 5 8 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 5 8 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 5 9 Tire Inspection 5 9 Brakes 5 9 PERIODIC BRAKE TEST...

Page 54: ...5 2 MAINTENANCE 5 Battery Replacement 5 18 Battery Charging 5 19 AC Voltage 5 19 Troubleshooting 5 19 HYDROMETER 5 20 Using Hydrometer 5 21 PROLONGED STORAGE 5 22...

Page 55: ...mercial plastic polish or Plexus plastic cleaner available from the service parts department Normal cleaning of vinyl seats and plastic or rubber trim requires the use of a mild soap solution applied...

Page 56: ...d terrain When driving at full speed on a dirt road loose surfaces or wet grass vehicle stopping distance will increase If the vehicle is fully loaded it will take longer to stop than with no load Whe...

Page 57: ...cle Tool List Qty Tool List Qty Floor jack 1 Jack stands 4 Wheel Chocks 4 Remove payload from vehicle before lifting No person s should be in or on the vehicle while lifting To raise the entire vehicl...

Page 58: ...inflation should be determined by the condition of the terrain See GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS section for rec ommended tire inflation pressure For outdoor applications with major use on grassy areas the f...

Page 59: ...e bulb failure do not touch new bulbs with bare fingers Use clean dry tissue or paper towel to handle the glass portion of the bulb For vehicles equipped with lights mounted in the cowl locate bulb so...

Page 60: ...e sun top must be removed and the seat bottom secured When transporting vehicle below highway speeds check for tightness of hardware and cracks in sun top at mounting points Always remove windshield w...

Page 61: ...e owner and service technician to carefully follow the procedures recommended in this manual Preventative maintenance applied at recommended intervals is the best guarantee for keeping the vehicle bot...

Page 62: ...may or may not lock Observe the vehicle stopping location or measure the vehicle stopping distance from the point at which the brakes were latched The vehicle should stop within the normal range of st...

Page 63: ...r specific torque val ues Lubrication Points View from Underside of Vehicle Rack Ball Joint ALL TORQUE FIGURES ARE IN FT LBS Nm BOLT SIZE Grade 2 1 4 5 16 3 8 7 16 1 2 9 16 5 8 3 4 7 8 1 Unless otherw...

Page 64: ...head with 8 8 or 10 9 Unmarked hardware is Grade 2 SYSTEM TEST At monthly intervals test the controller by allowing the vehicle to roll down an incline with the accelerator pedal released Braking forc...

Page 65: ...nnections keep receptacles free of dirt and foreign matter ACCELERATOR Check for smooth movement SERVICE BRAKE MECHANICAL BRAKES Conduct brake performance test PARK BRAKE Check brake performance and a...

Page 66: ...e body and eyes with extended flushing with clear water Contact a physician immediately Always wear a safety shield or approved safety goggles when adding water or charging batteries Any electrolyte s...

Page 67: ...can reduce the life of the battery BATTERY MAINTENANCE Tool List Qty Tool List Qty Insulated Wrench 9 16 1 Battery Carrier 1 Hydrometer 1 Battery Maintenance Kit P N 25587 G01 1 At Each Charging Cycl...

Page 68: ...y Over the life of the battery a considerable amount of water is consumed It is important that the water used be pure and free of contaminants that could reduce the life of the battery by reducing the...

Page 69: ...place per the Periodic Service Schedule When cleaning the outside of the batteries and terminals do not use a water hose without first spraying the batteries with a solution of baking soda sodium bica...

Page 70: ...recommended no corrosion to the battery racks or surrounding area should be present Any corrosion found should be immediately removed with a putty knife and a wire brush The area should be washed with...

Page 71: ...the vehicle receptacle The charger connector cord set is protected from damage and is located in an area to prevent injury that may result from personnel running over or tripping over the cord set Th...

Page 72: ...vity is the measurement of a liquid that is compared to a baseline The baseline is water which is assigned a base number of 1 000 The concentration of sulfuric acid to water in a new golf car battery...

Page 73: ...low 80 F 27 C Adjust the reading to conform with the electrolyte temperature e g if the reading indicates a specific gravity of 1 250 and the electrolyte temperature is 90 F 32 C add four points 004 t...

Page 74: ...ble and will cause permanent damage to the battery In order to prevent damage the battery should be recharged A hydrometer P N 50900 G1 can be used to determine the specific gravity and therefore the...

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Page 76: ...5 24 MAINTENANCE Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers Notes 5...

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