Ezgo RXV FREEDOM, Owner'S Manual And Service Manual

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OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION
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Owner’s Guide
Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS.
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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 can not be charged
while the vehicle is stopped. Do not operate accessory
items (such as lights) excessively 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 is operating. Discharging the battery
is known as deep cycling. The battery is not a deep
cycle model, it is a starting battery. Multiple deep cycling
will result in the premature failure of the battery.
STARTING A VEHICLE WITH A DISCHARGED
BATTERY
DO NOT attempt to ’jump start’ a vehicle.
This vehicle is equipped with a starter/generator. When
starting the engine, the starter/generator functions as a
starter and with the engine running, it functions as a
generator.
With the short running times associated with this kind of
vehicle, the generator is more than adequate to main-
tain the battery charge level. The generator is not de-
signed to charge a discharged battery.
When the engine starts, the clutches engage and cause
the vehicle to move making ’jump starting’ both danger-
ous and impractical. Furthermore, the engine stops
when the accelerator is released.
DO NOT attempt to
’jump start’ this vehicle
.
If the vehicle battery has become discharged, it must be
charged using a 12 volt charger that is rated at 10 amps
or less. Read and understand 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. The Vehicle Label
Identification Section of this manual explains the labels
that are used on this vehicle.
SUN TOP AND WINDSHIELD
The sun top does not provide protection from
roll over or falling objects.
The windshield does not provide protection
from tree limbs or flying objects.
The sun top and windshield provide some protection
from the elements; however, they will not keep the oper-
ator and passenger dry in a downpour. This vehicle is
not equipped with seat belts and the sun top has not
been designed to provide roll over protection. In addi-
tion, the sun top does not protect against falling objects
and the windshield does not protect against flying ob-
jects and tree limbs. Keep arms and legs inside of vehi-
cle while it is moving.
VEHICLE CLEANING AND CARE
VEHICLE CLEANING
To reduce the possibility of severe injury or
vehicle damage, read and understand all
instructions supplied by manufacturer of pres-
sure washer.
When pressure washing exterior of vehicle, do not use
pressure in excess of 700 psi. To reduce the possibility
of cosmetic damage, do not use any abrasive or reac-
tive solvents to clean plastic parts.
It is important that proper techniques and cleaning ma-
terials be used. Using excessive water pressure may
cause severe injury to operator or bystander, damage to
seals, plastics, seat material, body finish or electrical
system. Do not use pressure in excess of 700 psi to
wash exterior of vehicle.
Clean the windshield with lots of water, mild soap and a
clean cloth.
Normal cleaning of vinyl seats and plastic or rubber trim
requires the use of a mild soap solution applied with a
sponge or soft brush and wiped with a damp cloth.
Removal of oil, tar, asphalt, shoe polish, etc. will require
the use of a commercially available vinyl/rubber cleaner.