Textron Specialized Vehicles Cushman Shuttle 4 ELiTE 2020, Owner'S Manual

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AINTENANCE
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VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
To prevent serious injury or death, follow the procedures and comply with the safety
information in this manual while performing vehicle service or maintenance.
Use the tools shown in the tool list and wear the specified safety equipment when per -
forming vehicle service or maintenance.
Remove all jewelry before you service the vehicle.
Do not allow loose clothing or hair to contact the moving parts.
Do not touch hot objects.
Make sure that the key switch is in the OFF position and the run/tow switch is in the
TOW/STORAGE position before you start to work on the vehicle.
Disconnect the negative battery terminal before you service the vehicle to prevent acci
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dental operation.
The drive wheels must be lifted and supported on jack stands before you do any service
to the powertrain when the motor is in operation.
Chock the wheels and support the vehicle with jack stands. NEVER get under a vehicle
that is supported by a jack. Lift the vehicle according to the manufacturers instructions.
Wear a face shield when working around the battery pack.
Be careful when working around batteries, using solvents or compressed air.
Use insulated tools within the battery area to prevent sparks or battery explosion.
To prevent the risk of battery explosion, keep all flammable materials, open flames or
sparks away from the battery.
Maintain constant awareness that some components are heavy, spring loaded, corro
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sive, explosive, can cause high amperage or get extremely hot.
After you make repairs or do maintenance, test the vehicle in a safe area that is free from
vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
NOTICE: To decrease the risk of damage to the controller or motor, move the run/tow switch to the TOW posi -
tion before you tow the vehicle.
After you connect a battery or any other wires, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before you move the
switch to the RUN position.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
Consistent inspection, adjustment, and lubrication of some components are necessary to maintain the
vehicle
so that
it remains in safe and reliable condition. Refer to the
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART
on page 36 for detailed
requirements.
Inspect, clean, lubricate, adjust, and replace parts as necessary. Use
CUSHMAN
or equivalent replacement parts.
Record the maintenance items performed along with details in the
MAINTENANCE LOG
beginning on page 51.
NOTICE: Service and adjustments are important for safe and reliable vehicle operation. If not familiar with
safe service and adjustment procedures, have a certified dealer perform the operations.
Severe Use Conditions
Vehicles subjected to heavy or severe use must be inspected and serviced more frequently than those of normal use
patterns.The following conditions are considered severe use:
• frequent or prolonged use in a dusty environment • frequent use in mud, water or sand
• prolonged low speed operation • short trips in cold weather
• prolonged heavy load operation