Zapi SEM-1C, User Manual

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8 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE TO BE REPEATED
AT TIMES INDICATED
Check the wear and condition of the Contactors’ moving and fixed contacts.
Electrical Contacts should be checked every 3 months.
Check the Foot pedal or Tiller microswitch. Using a suitable test meter, confirm that
there is no electrical resistance between the contacts by measuring the volt drop be-
tween the terminals. Switches should operate with a firm click sound.
Microswitches should be checked every 3 months.
Check the Battery cables, cables to the chopper, and cables to the motor. Ensure the
insulation is sound and the connections are tight.
Cables should be checked every 3 months.
Check the mechanical operation of the pedal or tiller . Are the return springs ok. Do
the potentiometers wind up to their full or programmed level.
Check every 3 months.
Check the mechanical operation of the Contactor(s). Moving contacts should be free
to move without restriction.
Check every 3 months.
Checks should be carried out by qualified personnel and any replacement parts used
should be original. Beware of NON ORIGINAL PARTS.
The installation of this electronic controller should be made according to the diagrams
included in this Manual. Any variations or special requirements should be made after
consulting a Zapi Agent. The supplier is not responsible for any problem that arises
from wiring methods that differ from information included in this Manual.
During periodic checks, if a technician finds any situation that could cause damage or
compromise safety, the matter should be bought to the attention of a Zapi Agent imme-
diately. The Agent will then take the decision regarding operational safety of the ma-
chine.
Remember that Battery Powered Machines feel no pain.
NEVER USE A VEHICLE WITH A FAULTY ELECTRONIC CONTROLLER.
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