E-Z-GO ST 480 2007, Owner'S Manual And Service Manual

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OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION
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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
Use extra care and reduced speed when
driving on poor surfaces, such as loose dirt,
wet grass, gravel, etc.
Stay in areas suitable for a light duty utility
vehi- cle. Avoid rough, unimproved trails,
areas with large rocks, stumps or holes and
avoid steep slopes.
Avoid driving fast downhill. A sudden stop or
change of direction may result in loss of
control. Use service brake to control speed
when traveling down an incline.
Slow down before and during turns. All turns
should be executed at reduced speed.
All travel should be directly up or down hills.
Use extra care when driving the vehicle
across any incline.
When driving the vehicle on unfamiliar ter-
rain, drive the vehicle slowly, especially
when cresting a hill.
If the vehicle is unable to climb a hill, do
NOT attempt to turn it around. Turning the
vehicle sideways on a hill could result in the
vehicle rolling over. Slowly back down the
hill using the service brake to control speed.
Check the area behind the vehicle before
operating in reverse.
When operating the electric dump, do not
back up to a drop off, such as a loading
dock or ravine. Misjudgment or an unstable
surface could cause the vehicle to fall back-
ward into the drop off.
Stay in designated areas and avoid steep
slopes. To reduce the possibility of severe inju-
ry or death resulting from improper vehicle
operation, the following warnings must be
observed:
The vehicle is a light duty utility vehicle. It is
not an ATV (All Terrain Vehicle).
The vehicle is not a toy and engaging in
horseplay is dangerous.
The vehicle should not be operated on pub-
lic highways. It is not designed to comply
with any DOT requirements.
The vehicle should be operated by persons
with a valid driver’s license. Children should
not operate this vehicle.
Vehicle is limited to two (2) occupants.
Make sure that the direction selector is in
correct position before starting the vehicle.
Always remain seated and hold on while the
vehicle is in motion. Keep feet, legs, hands
and arms inside vehicle at all times.
The vehicle is not equipped with seat belts
and is not designed with roll over protection.
The top and windshield do not provide pro-
tection from falling or flying objects.
Do not take vehicle out of ‘gear’ while in
motion.
Check the area behind the vehicle before
operating in reverse.
Always bring the vehicle to a complete stop
before shifting the direction selector and/or
differential lock.
Use the parking brake when the vehicle is
parked.
A motorcycle helmet and protective clothing
are recommended for operator and passen-
ger at all times.
Do not permit anyone in the dump bed while
vehicle is in motion.
Use caution when operating the electric
dump. Do not allow anyone behind the vehi-
cle when operating the unit.
When operating the winch, observe all
warnings and safety decals on the vehicle.
Read, understand and follow the instruc-
tions located in the front part of this manual.
Do not winch at an angle. Do not exceed
winch capacity.
When vehicle is to be left unattended,
engage parking brake, move direction
selector to ‘F’ (forward) position, turn key to
‘OFF’ position and remove key.