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OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION
Page 5
Owner’s Manual and Service Guide
Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings
To reduce the possibility of permanent damage to the
drive system, it is important to prevent excessive roll-
back when starting the vehicle on a hill.
Place left foot on service brake and release the park
brake. Depress accelerator with right foot and release
the service brake by lifting left foot.
COASTING
To reduce the possibility
of severe injury or death
from coasting at above
recommended speeds, limit speed with service brake.
On steep hills, it is possible for the vehicle to coast at
greater than normal speeds encountered on a flat sur-
face. To reduce the possible loss of vehicle control and
severe drivetrain damage, speeds should be limited to no
more than the maximum governed speed on level ground
(see GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS). Limit speed by
applying service brake.
FUEL
To reduce the possibility
of severe injury or death
from improper fuel han-
dling:
Do not smoke near the fuel tank.
Do not refuel near open flame or electrical items
which could produce a spark.
Always handle gasoline in a well ventilated area.
Always wear eye protection to protect against
splashed fuel and fuel vapors.
Always allow adequate space for the expansion of
gasoline. Leave at least 1" (2.5 cm) space below
bottom of filler neck.
Inspect fuel cap, tank and other components for
leaks or deterioration that could cause a hazard-
ous condition.
The fuel tank is located under the seat on the passenger
side of the vehicle (Ref. Fig. 8 on page 5). Fill the tank
with fresh, clean, automotive grade gasoline (Ref. Fig. 39
on page 23). High altitude or heavy use/load applications
may benefit from higher octane gasoline.
Do not use gasoline which contains Methanol.
Some fuels, called oxygenated or reformu-
lated gasoline, are gasoline blended with
alcohols or ethers. Excessive amounts of these blends can damage the
fuel system or cause performance problems. If any undesirable operat-
ing symptoms occur, use gasoline with a lower percentage of alcohol or
ether.
BATTERY
Excessive use of accessories may drain
the battery and leave insufficient
reserve to start the vehicle.
The vehicle uses a combination starter/generator to both
start the engine and charge the battery. The engine will
not idle; therefore, the battery cannot be charged while
the vehicle is stopped. Do not operate accessory items
(such as accessory lights, radios, winch, etc.) exces-
sively while the vehicle is stopped.
The generator is capable of supplying 35 amps; there-
fore, operation of all accessories could result in the dis-
charge of the battery even though the engine is running
and the generator operating. Discharging the battery is
known as deep cycling. The battery is not a deep cycle
model, but is a starting battery. Multiple deep cycling will
result in the premature failure of the battery.
If the vehicle battery has become discharged, it must be
charged using a 12 Volt charger that is rated at 10 amps
or less and in accordance with all instructions provided
by the manufacturer of the charger.
LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS
Vehicles may be labeled with pictograms as a method of
conveying information or warnings. Appendix A illus-
trates and explains pictograms that may appear on the
vehicle. Not all pictograms shown in Appendix A will be
found on your vehicle.
SUN TOP AND WINDSHIELD
The sun top does not
provide protection from
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Fig. 8 Fueling
1" Min.
(2.5 cm)
Fuel
Ref Ftl 1
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