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OPERATING PROCEDURES
Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
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Owner’s Guide
Pedal-Up Braking
Pedal-up braking is regenerative braking that occurs when the accelerator pedal is released while the vehicle is moving.
Example: If both of the following events occur:
a.
The vehicle is being driven down a slope
b.
The accelerator pedal is released
The pedal-up braking will slow the vehicle until the vehicle stops, or the accelerator is applied. When pedal-up braking
system is activated by this sequence of events, the motor generates power that is returned to the batteries.
High Pedal Disable Feature
High pedal disable prevents acceleration if the key is turned on while the accelerator or brake are pressed. To reset the
controller after a High Pedal Disable, place both feet on the floor, turn the key to the OFF position. With both feet on the
floor turn the key to the desired direction and press the accelerator.
STARTING AND DRIVING
All vehicles have an interlock system that disables the controller and prevents operation or tow of the vehicle while the
charger is connected. Remove the charger plug from the receptacle and correctly store the cable before you move the
vehicle.
To operate the vehicle:
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Put the key in the key switch and turn to the desired position.
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Slowly press the accelerator pedal to start the motor.
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When the accelerator pedal is released, the motor decreases the speed of the vehicle. To stop the vehicle quickly,
press the brake pedal.
When the direction selector is in the reverse position, a warning signal will sound to indicate that the vehicle is ready
to run in reverse.
Starting Vehicle On A Hill
The parking brake will activate automatically when the vehicle stops. To start the vehicle on a hill press the accelerator
pedal and the parking brake will be released.
Coasting
Uncontrolled coasting does not occur with this model. However, this is not a substitute for the brake which must be used
to quickly decrease the speed of the vehicle.
LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS
Vehicles may be labeled with pictograms as a method of conveying information or warnings. The Vehicle Label Identifica-
tion Section of this manual explains the labels that are used on this vehicle.
