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ELECTRIC POWERED PERSONNEL CARRIERS & GOLF CAR
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
The PDS is a low power consumption unit but it will drain
the vehicle batteries over a period of time if not
recharged. If the vehicle is to be stored for a prolonged
period of time, the PDS should be disconnected from the
batteries by selecting the ‘TOW/MAINTENANCE’ posi-
tion on the Run-Tow/Maintenance switch located under
the rear passenger seat.
Controller Diagnostics (PDS vehicles only)
In the unlikely event of a speed sensor failure, a welded
solenoid or low battery voltage, the PDS controller will
default to a mode that will permit the vehicle to operate,
but at a very reduced speed.
This feature allows the vehicle to be driven back to its
storage facility where the problem can be diagnosed.
The controller will report the failure mode.
BEFORE ENTERING VEHICLE
1. Check for correct tire inflation.
2. Inspect for fluid leaks.
3. Be sure everything is properly stored and secured.
4. Check to see that the Run-Tow/Maintenance switch is
in the ‘RUN’ position on PDS model vehicles.
Some vehicles may be equipped with an interlock system
that disables the controller and prevents the vehicle from
being operated while the charger is connected. The inter-
lock functions even if the DC plug is not fully connected
in the vehicle receptacle. Remove charger plug from
vehicle receptacle and properly store cable prior to mov-
ing vehicle.
OPERATING THE VEHICLE
Improper use of the vehicle or the lack
of proper maintenance may result in
decreased performance or damage to the vehicle.
Read and understand the following warnings before
attempting to operate the vehicle:
To reduce the possibility
of severe injury or death
resulting from loss of
vehicle control, the following warnings must be
observed:
Drive the vehicle only as fast as terrain and safety
considerations allow. Consider the terrain, traffic
conditions and the environmental factors which
effect the terrain and the ability to control the
vehicle.
Use extra care and reduced speed when driving
on poor surfaces, such as loose dirt, wet grass,
gravel, etc.
Avoid extremely rough terrain.
Avoid driving fast down hill. A sudden stop or
change of direction may result in loss of control.
Use service brake to control speed when traveling
down an incline.
To prevent loss of control, do not move the direc-
tion selector of a PDS vehicle while the vehicle is
in motion. Moving the selector will result in a sud-
den slowing of the vehicle and the beeping of a
warning device.
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.
Stay in designated areas
and avoid steep slopes.
To reduce the possibility
of severe injury or death resulting from improper
vehicle operation, the following warnings must be
observed:
Refer to GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS for seating
capacity.
Depressing accelerator pedal will release foot
operated park brake and may cause inadvertent
vehicle movement. Turn the key to the ‘OFF’ posi-
tion whenever the vehicle is parked.
Make sure that the direction selector is in correct
position before attempting to start the vehicle.
Do not take vehicle out of ‘gear’ while in motion
(coast).
Check the area behind the vehicle before operat-
ing in reverse.
Always bring the vehicle to a complete stop
before shifting the direction selector.
Always remain seated and hold on while the vehi-
cle is in motion. Keep feet, legs, hands and arms
inside the vehicle at all times.
To prevent inadvertent movement when the vehi-
cle is to be left unattended, engage the parking
brake, move direction selector to neutral position,
turn key to ‘OFF’ position and remove key.
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