Pack Mule PC NXG Series, Manual

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Figure 8: The optional parking brake in the OFF position.
Parking brake tension may be adjusted by turning the knob
at the end of the handle (indicated by the arrow)..
The Back-up or Proximity Alarm:
The back-up
alarm sounds continuously when the direction se-
lector switch is set to reverse. The proximity alarm
sounds continuously when the direction selector
switch is set to either forward or reverse.
7. Engage the left-foot presence switch (if present)
with the left foot.
8. Gradually press the accelerator pedal. The speed
of the vehicle, up to the limit set by the control-
ler, is determined by the amount of pedal trav-
el.
9. To stop, remove your foot from the accelerator/
brake pedal.
Driving the Pack Mule NXG
The Pack Mule vehicle is designed to be simple to
use. However, for safe operation, the operator must
practice appropriate operating techniques, as out-
lined below. This list assumes that the daily mainte-
nance schedule (p. 8) has been followed.
1. Make certain that the battery charger AC cord
is unplugged and properly stored. The vehicle
control is interlocked so that the vehicle will not
move when the on-board charger is plugged
in.
2. Check the surrounding area to make sure that it
is clear of obstruction and make certain that the
cargo is properly loaded and secured.
3. Make sure that you are properly positioned in
the . Your right foot will operate the accelerator/
brake pedal and your left foot will activate the
foot presence switch (if present). Move the di-
rectional switch to the neutral position.
4. Turn the vehicle on by turning the Off/On switch
to the “On” position.
5. Check the BDI display for the battery and system
status.
6. Set the directional switch to the desired direc-
tion. If the accelarator is depressed while the
directional switch is set to “Neutral,” the Smart
View Display will show a fault. To clear the fault,
turn the Off/On switch to Off, then back on. Set
the directional switch to desired direction.
Parking
• Set the directional switch to the neutral posi-
tion.
• Set the key switch or rocker switch to “Off.”
• Apply the parking brake and depress the brake
pedal as needed.
• If parking on an incline, turn the front wheels into
the curb to prevent accidental movement.
Figure 9: Proper positioning of the Pack Mule’s front
wheels when parking on an incline.
Driver Assist on Inclines
Unlike other electric utility vehicles, the Pack Mule
NXG has a controller that seamlessly applies the re-
generative brakes to limit speeds on descending in-
clines and provides additional power as needed on
ascending inclines.
Although the Pack Mule NXG provides automatic re-
generative braking on inclines, operators should be alert
to vehicle and load instability on unlevel surfaces.
Excessive brake tension will cause cable wear and
may cause brake failure.
Uphill