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GENERAL INFORMATION AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
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The painted surfaces of the vehicle provide attractive
appearance as well as durable protection. Frequent
washing with lukewarm or cold water and mild detergent
is required to preserve the painted surfaces.
Occasional cleaning and waxing with non-abrasive prod-
ucts designed for ‘clear coat’ automotive finishes will
enhance the appearance and durability of the painted
surfaces.
Corrosive materials used as fertilizers or dust control can
collect on the underside of the vehicle. These materials
will cause corrosion of components, unless flushed occa-
sionally with plain water. Clean any areas where mud or
other debris can collect. Loosen sediment packed in
closed areas to ease its removal. Always use caution not
to chip or otherwise damage paint.
VEHICLE CARE PRODUCTS
There are several products, available through a local dis-
tributor, an authorized Branch, or the Service Parts
Department, to help maintain the vehicle. Among them
are:
•
Touch-up paint specially formulated to match
vehicle colors for use on both metal and TPE
(plastic) bodies. (P/N 28140G**, 28432G** and
75831G01)
•
Multi-purpose battery protectant (P/N 27619G01)
formulated to form a long-term, flexible, non-
tacky, dry coating that will not crack, peel or flake
over a wide temperature range.
•
Use windshield and plastic protectant (P/N
606314) to remove minor scratches from wind-
shield.
OPS, CANOPY TOP AND WINDSHIELD
The Operator Protection System
(OPS) and optional canopy top do
not provide protection from roll
over or falling objects.
The optional windshield does not provide protection
from tree limbs or flying objects.
Remove the optional windshield and store securely
before transporting the vehicle on a trailer. The
optional windshield is not designed to withstand
highway speeds.
The vehicle is equipped with an OPS (Operator Protec-
tion System), and may be equipped with an optional can-
opy top, and/or an optional windshield.
The OPS and optional canopy top provide some protec-
tion from smaller falling objects, but will not protect
against large falling objects such as trees or heavy limbs.
The optional windshield deflects oncoming wind from
occupants, but will not protect against flying objects and
tree limbs.
The optional canopy top and optional windshield provide
some protection from the elements; however, they will not
keep occupants dry in a downpour.
The optional canopy top and optional windshield are
designed for weather protection only (See WEATHER
TRANSPORTING VEHICLE
To prevent personal injury to occu-
pants of other highway vehicles,
make sure the vehicle and contents
are adequately secured to trailer.
Do not ride on a vehicle being transported.
Remove the windshield before transporting the
vehicle.
Maximum speed with canopy top installed is 50 mph
(80 kph).
Do not tow the vehicle. It is not designed to be
towed.
It is recommended that the vehicle be moved by placing
the entire vehicle on a trailer, flat bed truck or other suit-
able transport.
If the vehicle is to be transported on a trailer at highway
speeds, the windshield and canopy top must be removed
(if equipped) and the seat bottoms secured. Always
check that the vehicle and its contents are adequately
secured before transporting the vehicle. The rated capac-
ity of the trailer must be more than the weight of the vehi-
cle and load (See VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS on
page 131). Engage the park brake and secure the vehicle
to the trailer using ratchet tie downs.
EMERGENCY ELECTRIC PARK
BRAKE RELEASE
If the park brake release switch does not deactivate the
electric park brake, or if the vehicle experiences a power
failure, you can release the park brake using the proce-
dure below. This method is intended for emergency pro-
cedures only and should only be used if necessary.
NOTICE: Leaving the key switch in the ON position
while the park brake is released for long periods of
time will result in a complete discharge of the bat-
tery pack.
Tool List
Qty.
Wheel Chocks..............................................................4
1.
Chock the wheels so that the vehicle cannot roll.
2.
Turn the key switch to the OFF position and remove
the key.
3.
Remove the seat bottom.
4.
Locate the connectors labeled 1,2,3, and 4. They are
zip tied to the main wiring harness between the pas-
senger side battery and the row of three batteries in
the middle.
5.
Disconnect both sets of connectors and connect 1 to
3 and 2 to 4.
6.
Insert the key and turn the key switch to the N posi-
tion. This will release the park brake.
