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C0-426-48AC Operator’s Manual
MC-425-14
Park Brake Bypass Switch
This vehicle is equipped with an automatically applied electric park brake.
During normal operation, the park brake will be applied when the throttle pedal is released and the
motor comes to a stop. The brake will release again when the throttle pedal is pressed. The park
brake will also be applied when the start switch is turned off or the operator leaves the driver seat.
In addition, some motor control system faults will result in application of the park brake.
The park brake is powered by the vehicle battery. It will be applied whenever the batteries are
disconnected. It may be also be applied if the batteries are severely discharged.
Switch Operation
There is a switch under the battery cover on the right side of control housing that can be used to
bypass the brake and allow the vehicle to be pushed or towed.
Note: The start switch will need to be in the OFF position to push the vehicle. Refer to Towing
This Vehicle for detail regarding towing.
The brake bypass switch will not function if the batteries are disconnected or there is a failure in
the vehicle power supply. Should this occur and the vehicle must be moved, the drive wheels must
be placed on a towing dolly or the brake must be removed from the motor. Removal of the brake
should only be performed by a qualified technician.
NOTICE
The bypass switch should not be left ON for more than 10 minutes. Leaving the switch ON
will discharge the batteries and may overheat and damage the brake and/or control system.
The park brake should be disabled for servicing or towing procedures only. Do not operate
the vehicle while the automatic park brake is disabled. Operating the vehicle with the
automatic park brake disabled could lead to severe bodily injury and/or property damage.
WARNING