Pack Mule PC NXG Series, Manual

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9
Service
Monthly
Bi-
Annual Annual
1. Check operation of all gauges, horn, and
lights.
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2. Check BDI for battery state of charge.
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3. Charge batteries when vehicle is not in ser-
vice. Charge overnight up to 8 hours.
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4. Check tires for cuts, excessive wear, and
cold pressure.
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5. Check wheels for bent rims, missing or
loose lug nuts.
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6. Check battery for correct electrolyte lev-
el.
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7. Check for loose steering. Adjust as re-
quired.
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8. Clean batteries and terminals with a solu-
tion of ¼ cup (60 mL) baking soda to 1½
gallon of water. Tighten terminals and coat
with anti-corrosion compound.
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9. Inspect brake system linkages, brake lin-
ings and other components for wear and
adjustment.
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10. Check specific gravity of all battery cells
using hydrometer.
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Notes:
1. In freezing temperatures recharge the batteries after adding distilled water to make sure that the water mixes
with the electrolyte properly. Otherwise the water may freeze and damage the batteries.
2. Pneumatic tire recommended tire pressure is 60 psi for LRB tires and 90 psi for LRC tires. Improper tire infla-
tion may reduce tire life and adversely affect vehicle handling. It may also lead to sudden tire failure, resulting
in a loss of vehicle control.
3. A hydrometer, measuring the specific gravity of the electrolyte, is used to determine if a battery is properly
charged. With a fully charged battery, the reading should be about 1.260; fully discharged it should be about
1.100.
4. The transaxle is sealed and does not require routine maintenance.
Maintenance Schedule
The Pack Mule NXG vehicle is virtually maintenance free in its standard configuration. It has a sealed
AC motor with no brushes to be replaced, and the transaxle is sealed and does not require periodic
lubrication. The list belows what should be done monthly, Bi-Annually (or at 125 hours of operation)
, and Annually (or at 250 hours of operation). Operating hours are shown on the display on the in-
strument panel.