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Operator Manual
MB-280-02
Emergency Stop Switch
This vehicle may be equipped with an
Emergency Stop Switch. The Emergency Stop
Switch should be used if the vehicle starts to
operate in an unexpected manner or if there
is an odor or sound that may indicate an
overloaded electrical circuit. If any of the above
occurs, immediately and safely pull to the side
of the road and stop. Then push on the switch
knob and exit the vehicle. Do not reengage the
switch until the vehicle has been inspected by
a qualified technician.
The Emergency Stop Switch should only be
activated if the vehicle must be immediately
stopped. Do not use the switch when only
parking the vehicle.
Stopping
Release the throttle pedal and use your right foot to depress the brake pedal. The amount of
force required to stop the vehicle will vary depending on the environment and load on the vehicle.
Unless in an emergency, do not turn the start switch OFF until the vehicle has come to a complete
stop. This vehicle may be equipped with an optional electromagnetic park brake. Turning the
start switch OFF will immediately engage the brake and abruptly stop the vehicle. If this is
done while the vehicle is still in motion, then it will result in accelerated wear of the park brake.
This vehicle is equipped with regenerative (regen) braking. Regen braking uses the stored energy
of the moving vehicle to generate electricity. The generation of electricity slows the vehicle down
and the power generated is put back into the batteries increasing the driving time of your vehicle.
There is more than one regenerative braking mode. The mode used depends on the current
driving conditions as follows:
•
While Coasting:
When you release the throttle pedal, the Neutral Regen mode is
selected and gradually slows the vehicle. Only a small amount of
power is generated.
•
Changing Direction: The Direction Regen mode is selected when the direction of the
vehicle is changed while the vehicle is in motion. In this mode the
motor is reversed and slows the vehicle to a stop and then continues
in the opposite direction.
Parking
1.
Bring the vehicle to a stop at an authorized parking space.
2. Place the Direction Control switch in the center OFF position.
3. Turn the start switch OFF.
4. Remove the key from the Start switch. The driver should keep the key in his/her possession.
Note: If parking this vehicle on an incline, turn the wheels to the curb, or block the wheels.
Unless in an emergency, do not activate
the Emergency Stop Switch while the
vehicle is in motion. This vehicle is
equipped with an automatic electric
parking brake. Activating the Emergency
Stop Switch will immediately apply the
brake, abruptly stopping the vehicle.
This may result in injury to the occupants
and/or upsetting the load being carried
or towed.
CAUTION
Collisions or Accidents
A collision or accident may damage the electrical circuits or batteries resulting in a fire hazard or
chemical spill. In the event of a collision or accident, immediately turn the Start switch OFF, set the
park brake, then exit the vehicle.
Call emergency personnel if there is any indication of smoke, burning smell, electrical arcing, or
leaking fluid.
Tip Over
In the event of a tip over AND the vehicle is equipped with
OPS, stay inside the confines of the
vehicle. Exit the vehicle after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
In the event of a tip over and the vehicle IS NOT equipped with OPS. Quickly exit the vehicle
and quickly move out of its path.
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