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VANISH

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Electric 4x4

Low-Speed Vehicle

(LSV)

Summary of Contents for VANISH

Page 1: ...VANISH TM OPERATOR S MANUAL Electric 4x4 Low Speed Vehicle LSV ...

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Page 3: ... To reduce these risks Obey all traffic regulations Avoid roads with regular traffic even if the speed limit is low Whenever possible stay on roads and lanes limited to low speed vehicles Wear your safety belts at all times Avoid operating vehicle at night because your vehicle may be hard for others to see To reduce the chance of the vehicle tipping over reduce speed when turning and maneuvering t...

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Page 5: ... in mind It provides all the details necessary to safely operate and maintain your vehicle Carefully read the manual before operating your VANISH If you have any questions regarding your VANISH contact your local TOMBERLIN dealer for assistance Please take the time to review this Operator s Manual and abide by all safety and operation warnings before allowing you or anyone to operate your VANISH ...

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Page 7: ...WARNING DECALS 14 POTENTIAL HAZARDS 25 GENERAL OPERATOR SAFETY 35 FEATURES AND CONTROLS 57 PRE OPERATING INSPECTION 75 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 77 DRIVING CONDITIONS 85 CHARGING THE VANISH BATTERIES 95 MAINTENANCE 105 STORAGE AND CLEANING 132 WARRANTY 135 ...

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Page 9: ...commendations in this owner s manual Your manual contains instructions for minor maintenance but major repairs should be performed only by a factory certified technician Your Tomberlin dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your total satisfaction Be sure to return to your dealership for all of your service needs during and after the warranty period Familiarizing yourself with the Ope...

Page 10: ...e duplicated only by ordering a key blank using your key number and mating it with one of your existing keys The key switch must be replaced if all keys are lost Vehicle Model Number VANISH 4x4 LSV 2010 Frame VIN Motor Serial Number Key Number Frame VIN is located on panel to left of brake pedal and also stamped into the vehicle frame to the upper left of the front right side tire ...

Page 11: ... Turn Signals Hazard Flasher Lights Front Rear Side Reflectors Instrumentation Speedometer Program Mode ScoutMode F N R Switch Battery Life Indicator Multi Mode Switch 3 Modes Low 100 Torque 15 mph Max Range 50 Torque 15 mph High Speed 80 Torque 25 mph Scout Mode Speed Control Yes 3 mph 6 mph Max Controlled Speed When Engaged At Will Leg Restraints Side Web Leg Restraints Auxillary Power 12 Volt A...

Page 12: ...1 8 kg Cargo Containment System Molded in Bed Load Dividers Hitch Type 2 Receiver Seating Bench Seat 2 Occupants Storage Glove Box Front Trunk Storage Performance Motor Type Single 48 Volt High Efficiency AC Induction Motor HP Kollmorgen TSP 112 4 130 24 hp Peak Controller Kollmorgen 350 amp Batteries 8 6 Volt Lead Acid in 1 48 Volt Pack Sized for Optional AGM Charger Delta Q Automatic Onboard 120...

Page 13: ...Motor Braking System Re Generative Braking Parking Brake Hand Actuated Independent System Dual Mechanical Rear Disc Suspension Front Suspension Independent Double Wishbone 6 2 Travel 15 7 cm Rear Suspension Independent Double Wishbone IRS 9 5 Travel 24 1 cm Front Tires 25 8 12 Off Road Kenda 578F Rear Tires 25 10 12 Off Road Kenda 579 Wheels Stamped Steel Tire Pressure Front 10 psi Rear 14 psi Rea...

Page 14: ...ar with their meanings before reading the manual SAFETY ICONS It is required to read the Owner s manual completely before operating the vehicle or attempting repair work Any violations of instructions in the manual may lead to property loss serious injury or even death Pay special attention to important statements with the words such as Danger Warning Caution A DANGER indicates an extremely hazard...

Page 15: ...els depicted in this manual differ from the labels on your vehicle always read and follow the instructions of the labels on the vehicle If any of the operation warning decals are damaged defaced destroyed or illegible it is important that they be replaced with new decals Please contact the manufacturer or your dealer to obtain new decals Read understand and follow all of the instructions and safet...

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Page 20: ...Page 20 VANISH Operator s Manual Tire pressure cargo box capacity warning ...

Page 21: ...VANISH Operator s Manual Page 21 Battery maintenance and extension cord warnings on inner rear fender ...

Page 22: ...Page 22 VANISH Operator s Manual Transmission and 4WD 2WD warnings on dashboard ...

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Page 24: ...rds Don t ride your VANISH over railroad tracks Your VANISH makes noise that will keep you from hearing cars trucks or trains that may be coming towards you Learn where there are lakes rivers ponds and ditches in your driving area and stay away from them Never ride on frozen water The ice could cause an accident resulting in severe injury or death All ice can be dangerous Always be alert and pay a...

Page 25: ...y or death is greatly increased if the operator does know not how to operate the VANISH properly in different situations and on different types of terrain HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Educate yourself using this manual and learn the terrain on which you intend to ride POTENTIAL HAZARD Carrying a passenger in the cargo bed unless in factory authorized seating at designated speeds ...

Page 26: ...an approved helmet eye protection and protective clothing WHAT CAN HAPPEN Operating without an Approved helmet increases your chances of severe head injury or death in event of an accident Operating without eye protection can result in severe injury in event of an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always wear an approved helmet that fits properly when operating in rough terrain You should also wear...

Page 27: ...cessive speeds WHAT CAN HAPPEN Increases your chances of losing control of the VANISH which can cause an accident resulting in severe injury or death HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always travel at a proper speed for the terrain visibility operating conditions and your experience POTENTIAL HAZARD Attempting wheelies jumps and other stunts WHAT CAN HAPPEN Increases the chance of rolling the vehicle and or...

Page 28: ...ondition Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner s Manual POTENTIAL HAZARD Failure to use extra care when operating this VANISH on unfamiliar terrain WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can come upon hidden rocks bumps or holes without enough time to react This could result in the VANISH rolling or driver losing control of the vehicle and causing an accident re...

Page 29: ...cessively rough slippery or loose terrain until you have learned and practiced the skills necessary to control the VANISH on such terrain Always be especially cautious on rough terrain POTENTIAL HAZARD Turning improperly WHAT CAN HAPPEN Driver could lose control of the VANISH rolling the vehicle or causing an accident resulting in severe injury or death HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always follow proper...

Page 30: ...s Never depress the accelerator suddenly The VANISH could flip over backwards Never go over the top of any hill at high speed An obstacle sharp drop or another vehicle or person could be on the other side of the hill POTENTIAL HAZARD Going down a hill improperly WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or cause VANISH to overturn causing an accident resulting in severe injury or death HOW TO AV...

Page 31: ...e VANISH around on any hill until you have mastered the turning technique on level ground Practice turning at low speeds on level ground before attempting to turn at faster speeds Do not turn at excessive speeds Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if possible POTENTIAL HAZARD Skidding or sliding WHAT CAN HAPPEN You may lose control of the VANISH You may also regain traction unexpectedly both o...

Page 32: ...tempt to ride over large obstacles such as large rocks or fallen trees If you cannot avoid obstacles use extreme caution when riding over obstacles POTENTIAL HAZARD Riding on frozen lakes and rivers WHAT CAN HAPPEN Severe injury or death can result if the VANISH and or the operator break through the ice HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never ride your VANISH on a frozen body of water POTENTIAL HAZARD Opera...

Page 33: ...erator changes Remember that wet brakes have reduced stopping ability Test your brakes after leaving water If necessary apply them several times to let friction dry out the pads POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this VANISH with incorrect size tires rating or with uneven tire pressure WHAT CAN HAPPEN Using incorrect size or rating tires on this VANISH or operation of this VANISH with uneven tire pressure...

Page 34: ...is VANISH Cargo should be properly distributed and securely attached Reduce speed Allow greater distance for braking POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this VANISH with improper modifications WHAT CAN HAPPEN Improper installation of non OEM accessories or modification of this vehicle may cause changes in handling which in some situations could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never modify this ...

Page 35: ... steady speed when climbing a hill If all forward speed is lost Apply the brakes Switch to reverse and slowly allow the vehicle to roll straight downhill while applying light brake pressure to control speed If you begin rolling downhill Never press the accelerator Apply the brakes gradually until the vehicle is fully stopped Switch to reverse and slowly allow the vehicle to roll straight downhill ...

Page 36: ... hill at high speed Always descend a hill with the direction selector on FORWARD Never descend a hill in neutral Always check the terrain carefully before descending a hill Avoid traveling down a hill at an angle which would cause the vehicle to lean sharply to one side Travel straight downhill UNAUTHORIZED USE OF THE VEHICLE Leaving the keys in the vehicle can lead to unauthorized use of the vehi...

Page 37: ...es good judgment and physical skills Persons with cognitive or physical disabilities who operate this vehicle have an increased risk of overturns and loss of control which could result in severe injury or death All parts and accessories added to this vehicle should be designed for use on this VANISH and should be installed and used according to instructions Switch vehicle to off position remove ke...

Page 38: ...ety belts before allowing them to ride Avoid operating at night because the vehicle may be difficult to see by others If the vehicle must be operated at night make sure you use head lamps and tail lamps Bring the vehicle to a complete stop prior to shifting between FWD REV Failure to do so may injure an unsuspecting passenger and or damage the vehicle Operate the vehicle from the driver s seat onl...

Page 39: ...EN OPERATING VEHICLE ON PUBLIC ROADS THIS VEHICLE OFFERS MUCH LESS CRASH PROTECTION THAN A REGULAR CAR VAN OR TRUCK THIS MEANS A HIGHER RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH IN COLLISIONS EVEN AT LOW SPEEDS THE HIGHER THE SPEED OF THE TRAFFIC AROUND YOU THE HIGHER THE RISK OF INJURY To reduce these risks Obey all traffic regulations Avoid roads with regular traffic even if the speed limit is low Whenever possib...

Page 40: ...y authorized mechanics should perform maintenance or repair on the VANISH It is required to abide by all regulations and safety decals on the vehicle while performing any type of maintenance or repairs Use only insulated tools to handle the battery pack and electrical components Remove all jewelry and loose items before performing maintenance procedures Improper application or maintenance will lea...

Page 41: ...n or rollover can occur quickly even during routine maneuvers like turning or driving on hills or over obstacles if you fail to take proper precautions Keep this manual with the vehicle No person under the age of 12 may ride as a passenger in this vehicle Any passenger must be able to comfortably reach the floor and hand holds The VANISH is not equipped to carry a child restraint seat Do not carry...

Page 42: ...ls can result in electrical shorts Electrical shorts can result in burns or a battery explosion Do not use high pressure water to wash the battery compartment otherwise damage to the vented batteries will occur Tampering with or unauthorized modification of this unit could result in serious personal injury void the warranty and can result in permanent damage to the vehicle Refer to your owner s ma...

Page 43: ...king or damaged batteries Connect battery charger to properly rated electrical receptacle with GFCI Do not charge with storage or weather cover on vehicle or with the cab enclosure doors closed as fire and explosion are possible Refer to Owner s Manual or contact your local Tomberlin dealer with any questions BATTERY CAUTION Batteries require regular maintenance Failure to maintain batteries in ac...

Page 44: ...eld offers the best protection for your eyes They should be shatterproof and should be kept clean Check for one of these marks to be sure your choice of eye protection is of shatterproof design z2 1 or VESC8 Clothing To protect your body long sleeves and pants should always be worn It is also suggested that your footwear should be ankle or higher boots PRECAUTIONS DURING MAINTENANCE Always disconn...

Page 45: ...sing a fire resulting in severe injury or death Neither the glove compartment nor under hood storage is waterproof To prevent damage latch hood securely when operating vehicle Always operate the vehicle with seat belts properly fastened Make sure the seat belts are latched securely and are free from twists or kinks Position the shoulder belt across the top of the shoulder Wear the shoulder belt ac...

Page 46: ...eaken the belt webbing material Do not insert any foreign objects into the retractor mechanism Periodically check for smooth operation and replace if the mechanism is not operating properly This VANISH must be inspected each time before riding to insure it is in proper working order If proper inspection is not performed severe injury or death could result Always use leg restrain webbing If you hav...

Page 47: ...ave your local Tomberlin dealer fix the sticky brakes Operating the vehicle while the parking brake is engaged could cause an accident resulting in serious injury or death It could also result in driveline or motor damage Always be sure to disengage the parking brake before operating the vehicle Do not attempt to shift the transmission while the vehicle is moving or while operating on hilly terrai...

Page 48: ... operating conditions which could result in loss of control of the vehicle Loads must be carried as low as possible Carrying high loads raises the center of gravity of the vehicle and creates a less stable operating condition When cargo loads are carried high the weight of the loads must be reduced to maintain stable operating conditions Operate only with stable and safely arranged loads When hand...

Page 49: ...not travel at excessive speeds It is dangerous and can cause loss of vehicle control and tipping resulting in severe injury or death TRAIL OBSTACLES KEEP ALERT Look ahead and learn to read the trail as you ride Stay on the right side of the trail if possible and be constantly alert for hazards such as logs rocks and low hanging branches Not all obstacles are visible Travel with caution on trails S...

Page 50: ... dry Do not pull on the charger wires With the charger properly plugged into the AC outlet The charger will read the battery condition and activate within two to ten seconds The charger indicative light will display one by one and then returns to charging state Note The charger is built into the vehicle Due to the heat caused when charging the cargo box should be raised when charging in hot weathe...

Page 51: ...s emit hydrogen which is an explosive gas While charging keep vehicle in well ventilated areas Do not cover the vehicle while charging as an accumulation of hydrogen gas could result in an explosion Do not attempt to service the charger If the charger requires service take it to an authorized Tomberlin Dealer or approved technician Do not overload the AC circuit The voltage of the charger should b...

Page 52: ...il call physician immediately Eyes Flush with water for 15 minutes Call physician immediately Wear safety glasses while working on the vehicle or charger Wear a full face shield and rubber gloves while working on or near the batteries Use insulated tools while working on any electrical components Turn the vehicle and all accessories off while charging The eight 6 volt batteries in this vehicle are...

Page 53: ...in high current Do not overfill or allow water to stand on top of the batteries Doing so could result in personal injury and or property damage Use distilled water do not use well water If the battery wires or terminals are damaged or corroded they should be replaced or cleaned Failure to do so may cause them to overheat during operation Components such as the motor controller and resistor may bec...

Page 54: ...flated it will not return to its original size Operating your VANISH with worn tires improperly inflated tires non standard tires or improperly installed tires will affect vehicle handling which could cause an accident resulting in serious injury or death Do not attempt to charge frozen batteries or batteries with bulged cases Discard the battery Frozen batteries can explode Only a qualified techn...

Page 55: ...e trailer tongue The combined weight of these items must not exceed the maximum weight capacity of 1000 lbs If the weight distribution on the box is located toward the rear of the box when the release lever is pulled upward the box may dump unexpectedly and cause serious injury to the operator or bystanders Never operate the dump lever without ensuring that the load is positioned evenly or at the ...

Page 56: ...s Manual Do not tow behind an automobile or truck on any public roads To tow the vehicle on public roads use a trailer with a minimum load rating of 2 000 Ibs FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SAFETY call Tomberlin at 1 888 400 0790 ...

Page 57: ... selector switch forward reverse until the vehicle has come to a complete stop CONSOLE OVERVIEW 12V Power Outlet 1 Power Selector M Max Range H High L Low 2 Low High Headlight Switch 3 LCD Digital Gauge includes Speedometer and 4 Odometer Headlight Switch 5 Hazard Light 6 4WD 2WD Selector Switch 7 Direction Selector Switch F Forward N Neutral 8 R Reverse Scout Mode Switch 9 Transmission Gear Shift...

Page 58: ...6 will all flash when Hazard Light is active Parking Brake Indicator Illuminated green when 3 Parking Brake is engaged Headlight LOW Beam Indicator 4 Headlight HIGH Beam Indicator 5 Right Turn Indicator 6 MPH KPH Toggle Switch 7 Speedometer 8 Odometer Trip Odometer 9 Trip Toggle Reset Switch press once to toggle 10 between trips press and hold to reset a trip ...

Page 59: ...ht side of steering column and has three positions ON OFF LOCK The key can only be removed in the OFF Position TO LOCK STEERING Turn key counter clockwise to lock position As pressure is applied to turn key turn steering wheel to engage pin and lock Do not force key or it may break ...

Page 60: ... in the center position the vehicle is in neutral In the neutral position the vehicle will not move if the accelerator is depressed Place the switch in neutral before turning the key ON Push the top of the switch to choose Forward operation Push the bottom of the switch to choose Reverse operation Always come to a complete stop before reversing direction When the switch is in the Reverse setting t...

Page 61: ...s active the switch will illuminate green Use it in combination with the Low High Transmission and HML power switch to find the perfect combination of torque speed and noise settings for your driving needs Scout mode will limit top speed to 2 3 mph in low gear and 5 6 mph in high gear Perfect for slow controlled vehicle operations ...

Page 62: ...N position 1 Depress shining bulb side of the headlight switch the 2 upper side of the Headlight ON OFF switch Select High Low beam by pressing toggle switch on 3 left of the LCD digital speedometer When high beam is active operator can press low beam momentarily to flash low beam This can be useful for signaling or getting attention There are also illuminated indicators on the LCD digital gauge G...

Page 63: ...ce conditions 4WD provides more traction in slippery conditions To engage 4WD release accelerator pedal and press 4WD switch to return to 2WD release accelerator pedal and press 2WD switch Never operate 4WD on pavement or above 15 mph as drivetrain damage may occur Steering effort is increased in 4WD It is normal for front differential to make more noise when in 4WD due to engagement of drive gear...

Page 64: ...H Operator s Manual HAZARD LIGHT The Hazard emergency Light causes the left and right turn signals to flash in unison The LCD indicator light also flashes the red triangle emergency light as well as the turn signals ...

Page 65: ...ight pedal on the floorboard Push the pedal down to increase motor speed and to increase vehicle speed Spring pressure returns the pedal to the rest position when released Always check that the accelerator pedal returns normally before starting the motor When depressed the accelerator pedal will engage the drive motor in the direction the FNR switch is set If the FNR switch is set to the middle ne...

Page 66: ...rior to operating the vehicle Due to safety interlock the VANISH will not move until the park brake is fully off STEERING WHEEL Check the steering wheel for the specified free play and smooth operation Park the VANISH on level ground Lightly turn the steering wheel left and right There should be 5 15 mm of free play To turn left turn the steering wheel to the left 1 To turn right turn the steering...

Page 67: ...ood The hood latch knob is located on the underside of transmission gear shifter To release hood latch pull the release knob To secure hood knob must be pushed in before closing lid Hood latch is located on underside of dash near gear shifter The provided support rod is useful for propping the hood storage cover open ...

Page 68: ...lever button and move the lever down DO NOT attempt to shift gears while the vehicle is moving or motor is turning Always place the transmission in gear with the parking brake locked whenever the vehicle is left unattended If you cannot change gears do not force gear shift lever into gear Instead try to change to the Neutral position first press the accelerator lightly then try to change gears Mai...

Page 69: ...cator of the remaining power in the battery pack The Battery Discharge Meter has 10 indicator light sections When the upper most section is illuminated the battery pack contains a full charge When the battery discharge is down by 70 the two remaining lights will flicker as a warning When the vehicle is at 80 discharge reduced performance will occur indicating the immediate need to recharge the bat...

Page 70: ...o an automobile for turn signaling Pushing down on the stalk indicates a left turn pushing up a right turn To activate the horn gently pull the stalk towards the steering wheel Turn signal stalk horn Note Stalk will not automatically return to the off position after a turn the operator should manually move the stalk to the center position upon completing each turn ...

Page 71: ...o release push in and hold the release button on the end of the lever and push the lever all the way down Spring pressure helps return the lever to the released position If the Parking Brake is engaged while the key switch is in the On Position a green P light will illuminate above the speedometer and the vehicle will not operate until the parking brake is completely lowered and P light goes off ...

Page 72: ...fety belt functions properly To properly secure the seat belts pull the metal tab out away from the retractor and insert tab into buckle located nearest you A click will be heard when the tab is securely latched Position the lap belt as low as possible on the hips not the waist Properly adjust and ensure a snug fit by pulling the shoulder portion upward The retractor will lock the belt during sudd...

Page 73: ...t webbing for wear cuts or damage The VANISH is not equipped for child safety seats or infant carrying seats Children under 12 years of age should not be transported in the VANISH Pregnant disabled or injured persons should consult their doctor for specific recommendations before operating or being a passenger in the VANISH GLOVE COMPARTMENT GLOVE BOX Lock is located on the glove box door Insert t...

Page 74: ...Page 74 VANISH Operator s Manual 12V POWER OUTLET The VANISH features a 12V power outlet for powering external devices Replace dust debris cover when not in use Maximum rated capacity is 10 amps ...

Page 75: ...s are secured by cotter pins Batteries check electrolyte level in all cells of each battery If any cell is low add distilled water as described in the Battery Care section of this manual All wires should be free of corrosion Batteries should be fully charged before first use of vehicle Brakes check hydraulic fluid level If it is low immediately call a qualified mechanic for service Check free play...

Page 76: ...area Steering steering should be smooth and consistent with no excessive play in the steering wheel Forward Reverse Switch ensure proper operation Recommended riding gear helmet goggle and proper clothing long pants long sleeves or jacket Reverse Buzzer the reverse buzzer should sound when the key is in the ON position and the direction is set to reverse General listen for any unusual noises such ...

Page 77: ...to close before continuing Shift lever from N to L or H 13 Move the direction selector to F forward or R 14 reverse Check your surroundings and determine your path of 15 travel Release Parking Brake 16 Keeping both hands on the steering wheel release the 17 brake pedal and gradually push the accelerator toward the floor to begin driving Drive slowly Practice maneuvering and using the 18 accelerato...

Page 78: ...g For most conditions High Gear will provide the best range and will traverse most terrain Push the side button to go from High Gear to either Low or Neutral It is not necessary to push the button on the side to go into High from Low or Neutral Gear Neutral Gear serves as the Run Tow Switch that is in a conventional electric vehicle The Vanish is the only Electric UTV with this Neutral feature and...

Page 79: ...e the vehicle a greater distance or for a longer time period This mode limits both speed and torque to obtain the maximum driving range Use the following table to select the Power and Transmission combination that best suites your terrain and operation goals H Press the middle position of the switch to select High H mode Use High H mode for most on road conditions The vehicle will operate at speed...

Page 80: ... Max Torque L L Climbing obstacles Note Scout mode speeds below 5 mph may not register on speedometer May display 0 mph The VANISH is the only UTV on the market to have an S Scout Speed control feature Scout mode will govern the speed of the VANISH to a constant 2 3 mph in Low gear and 5 6 mph in High gear This feature is particularly useful when navigating rough terrain safely and quietly High Ge...

Page 81: ...D provides more traction in slippery conditions In some situations the front gearcase may remain locked after turning the 4WD switch off If this occurs you may notice increased steering effort and some vehicle speed restriction Perform the following procedure to unlock the front gearcase 1 Stop the vehicle 2 Move the direction selector to reverse Operate in reverse for at least 10 feet 3 m 3 Stop ...

Page 82: ...m is a hand operated 3 mechanical parking brake This hand lever mechanically engages independent rear brakes to keep the car stationary when parked or left unattended Always engage the parking brake when parking the VANISH or leaving it unattended The third braking system utilizes the VANISH s electric 4 motor It will limit your top speed to 25 mph while going downhill by transferring some of the ...

Page 83: ...he VANISH will also apply motor braking while stopping An extra force may be felt while coming to a complete stop This indicates a transfer of some of the excess energy back into the batteries Rear Park Brake DISC BRAKE The VANISH has two disc brakes on front and two on the rear Check the operation of rear brake pedal and brake function before driving Be sure to periodically check the brake shoes ...

Page 84: ...the hand lever Turn the key switch off remove the key and place the FWD REV switch in the Neutral position If the vehicle begins to move while parked motor braking and an alarm should engage If the vehicle begins to move after being parked safely return to the operating position if possible to re engage the parking brake ...

Page 85: ...ore wheels begin to lose 2 traction Correct a skid by turning in the direction of the skid and 3 shifting your body weight forward Never apply brakes during a skid Complete loss of 4 VANISH control can result Whenever possible avoid excessively slippery 5 surfaces Reduce speed maintain a high level of alertness 6 reading the trail and avoiding quick sharp turns which can cause skids DRIVING UPHILL...

Page 86: ... emergency 8 action TRAVELING DOWNHILL When descending a hill 1 Drive directly downhill 2 Slow down 3 Slightly apply brakes to help in slowing SIDE HILL RIDING Driving on a sidehill is not recommended Improper procedure could cause loss of control or overturn Avoid crossing the side of any hill unless absolutely necessary In the event you do enter into a situation where side hill riding is unavoid...

Page 87: ...gh deep or fast flowing water 5 After leaving water always dry the brakes by applying light pressure to the pedal repeatedly until braking action is normal The VANISH can operate through water up to a maximum recommended depth equal to the floorboards Approx 12 NOTICE Serious damage can occur to the electrical system and batteries if the vehicle is operated in water deeper than the floorboards NOT...

Page 88: ...e switch and or transmission to 4 Low L if needed DRIVING IN REVERSE Follow these precautions when operating in reverse Always check for obstacles or people behind the 1 vehicle Always inspect left and right fields of vision before backing Always avoid backing downhill 2 Back slowly 3 Apply the brakes lightly for stopping 4 Avoid turning at sharp angles 5 Never accelerate suddenly 6 PARKING ON AN ...

Page 89: ...t gear available Secure all loads before operating Unsecured loads can create unstable operating conditions which could result in loss of control of the vehicle Operate only with stable and safely arranged loads When handling off centered loads that cannot be centered securely fasten the load and operate with extra caution Always attach the tow load to the hitch point designated for your vehicle H...

Page 90: ... kph Drivetrain damage will occur if towed faster than 10 mph 16 kph Use extreme caution while turning Do not allow persons in the vehicle while being towed Avoid stopping on a hill when towing Do not allow to roll backwards as this may cause the vehicle to overturn Do not tow the vehicle behind any type of automobile on public roads unless it is on an approved trailer with a minimum load rating o...

Page 91: ...tance Do not tow more than the recommended weight for the 3 vehicle See the towing capacity chart below Attach a trailer to the trailer hitch bracket only Do not 4 attach a trailer to any other location or you may lose control of the vehicle Never tow a trailer on a grade steeper than 15 5 Model Total Towed Load Weight Level Ground Total Towed Load Weight 15 grade Total Hitch Vertical Weight Maxim...

Page 92: ...argo is positioned evenly or toward 7 the front of the cargo box Release the tailgate latches 8 Stand clear and pull up on the dump bed lift handle 9 The support rod will hold the dump box in place When ready to lower cargo box back into position 10 push the dump bed release lever towards the rear to remove support rod Dump bed will return to half dump or to rest depending on pressure applied to r...

Page 93: ...s Manual Page 93 For loading and unloading the tailgate of the dump box can be opened by releasing the latches on the right left side Maximum Load 500 lbs 227kg CARGO BOX LATCHES Open the gate by releasing the latches ...

Page 94: ...o stage dump motion Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 1 Cargo box half way extended in dump motion Stage 2 Cargo box fully extended in dump motion Support the dump box in the tilted position with the Support Rod provided on the bottom of the bed for motor maintenance and adjustment ...

Page 95: ...bles The charger can ignite flammable materials and vapors Do not expose the charger to rain or liquids Keep the charger dry Do not place anything near the charger cooling vents Severe electrical shock may occur Always wear safety goggles or eye protection rubber gloves and a mask before handling batteries Locate all cords and wires in locations that will not be driven over or present a tripping h...

Page 96: ...sit your Tomberlin dealer to reset the charger OUTLET AND CORD TYPE Use any three prong 110 240 volt home outlet Must have available minimum 15 amps of current To avoid the risk of electrical shorting the battery charger must be grounded through a properly installed three prong outlet Do not use an adapter plug to go from three prongs to a two prong outlet This will result in an ungrounded conditi...

Page 97: ...nsion cord Watch Charger LED Indicator to verify charging has begun per next section Open the cargo box and any door enclosures or zippers This will decrease charger temperature which allows it to operate more efficiently and shorten charge times Always use extension cords with the appropriate ratings for the country in which it is used In North America this is a UL rating The cords must also be r...

Page 98: ...l codes and ordinances A grounded outlet is required to reduce risk of electrical shock do not use ground adapters or modify plug Do not touch uninsulated portion of output connector or uninsulated battery terminals Disconnect AC supply before making or breaking the connections to the battery Do not open or disassemble charger Do not operate this charger if the AC supply cord is damaged or if the ...

Page 99: ...harger 10 LED Display 3 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 1 Do not expose charger to oil dirt mud or direct heavy water spray when cleaning vehicle 2 If the detachable input power supply cord set is damaged replace with a cord that is a for North America UL or CSA listed approved detachable cord 3 conductor 16 AWG minimum and rated SJT terminating in a ground type IEC 60320 C 14 plug rated 250V 13A minimum...

Page 100: ... grounding type IEC 60320 C14 plug 3 The enclosure of the charger has been tested successfully to EN60529 meeting IP66 The AC supply inlet is rated to IP20 which is suitable for indoor use only Keep all AC connections clean and dry TROUBLESHOOTING INSTRUCTIONS If a fault occurs count the number of red flashes between pauses and refer to the table below ...

Page 101: ...ts for 11 seconds the 6 Algorithm Display Mode ends Remove AC Power and reconnect positive lead 7 CHANGE DEFAULT CHARGE ALGORITHM Enter Algorithm Display Mode as above 1 While Algorithm Number is displayed for 11 seconds 2 touch positive lead to the battery pack positive terminal for 3 0 seconds O 5s Remove lead from battery pack Algorithm Number will 3 increment To increment the Algorithm Number ...

Page 102: ...he life of your batteries Keep batteries fully charged whenever possible Avoid deep discharging of batteries whenever possible Check battery electrolyte levels often add distilled water as necessary Always check and maintain water level monthly Use only distilled water Water level should be kept 1 4 6 mm below fill well Do not overfill the battery Always keep batteries fully charged For maximum li...

Page 103: ...NG AND EFFECT OF LOW TEMPERATURE New batteries cannot initially hold all of their capacity The approximate capacity of the battery pack increases as the number of charge cycles increases of Charge Cycles New 15 30 45 Percent of Full Capacity 80 90 95 100 ...

Page 104: ...an affect the range by up to 30 Batteries discharge when left uncharged They can 2 discharge up to 13 per month higher rates in warmer climates with the key off and much faster if the key is left on Batteries can freeze if left uncharged at low ambient 3 temperatures Percent Charged 100 50 0 Approximate Freezing Point 60 F 51 C 0 F 18 C 25 F 4 C ...

Page 105: ...l solution Inspect the wires and terminal connections for 2 corrosion fraying or damage Replace wires if necessary Ensure battery wire terminal connector nuts are tightened to 100 in lbs 11nm The electrolyte level in the batteries should be 3 checked weekly by viewing the level indicator on each cell of the battery filling system Torque battery hold down straps to 40 in Ibs 4 to ensure the batteri...

Page 106: ...s required ALWAYS WATER BATTERIES AFTER FULLY 1 CHARGING The electrolyte levels inside the battery rise during the charging cycle and fall during the discharge cycle BATTERIES NEED TO BE WATERED EVERY 2 2 4 WEEKS depending on battery usage operating tempatures and the age of the batteries SUSPENSION ...

Page 107: ...n average riding conditions and an average VANISH speed of approximately 15 mph A VANISH that is subjected to severe use such as operation in wet dusty or salt water areas should be inspected and serviced more frequently If you are not familiar with safe service and adjustment procedures have your local TOMBERLIN dealer perform these operations Inspect clean lubricate adjust or replace parts as ne...

Page 108: ...heck for loose nuts Frame nuts bolts fasteners Pre ride Pre ride Look for loose fasteners Brake pad wear 10 hrs 100 miles Monthly Inspect periodically replace as necessary Accelerator Cable 50 hrs 6 mos Inspect adjust lubricate replace if necessary pre ride inspection item Steering 50 hrs 6 mos Inspect daily lubricate Rear axle 50 hrs 6 mos Inspect bearings Lube Front Suspension 50 hrs 6 mos Inspe...

Page 109: ...BRICATION RECOMMENDATIONS Item Lubrication Recommendation Method Frequency Transmission Oil SAE 80W 90 Change annually or at 200 hrs Front Differential Gear Oil SAE 80W 90 Front A arm and Rear Grease Locate fittings and grease Every 3 mos ...

Page 110: ...nd an access panel Check the fluid level With the VANISH on level ground check by viewing under the dashboard the fluid level in the reservoir is between the upper and lower level lines BRAKE FLUID REFILLING METHOD Take off the cover 1 Refilling the recommended DOT 4 brake fluid until the 2 level reaches the upper limit Put on the cover and tighten 3 ...

Page 111: ...s specified on safety labels Important Safeguards Maintain proper tire pressure according to the following chart Always use original size load capacity and type tire Make certain the wheels are installed properly Always replace tires when tread depth is worn to 1 8 in 3 cm or less Tread Depth Model Tire Size PSI Wheel Nut Torque Front Rear Front Rear VANISH 25 x 8 12 25 x 10 12 10 14 28 ft lbs ...

Page 112: ...ALLATION Lock the parking brake place the wheel in the correct 1 position on the wheel hub Be sure the valve stem is toward the outside and rotation arrows on the tire point toward forward rotation Attach the wheel nuts and finger tighten them 2 Lower the vehicle to the ground 3 Securely tighten the wheel nuts according to the chart 4 below Item Specification Front Rear Wheel Nuts 22 29 ft lbs 30 ...

Page 113: ...n are critical component operations Service work must be performed by your authorized TOMBERLIN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP dealer ACCELERATOR FREEPLAY If the accelerator pedal has excessive play due to cable stretch or incorrect adjustment it will cause a delay in accelerator response especially at low motor speed The accelerator may also not open fully ACCELERATOR FREEPLAY INSPECTION Place the transmission...

Page 114: ... The steering assembly of the VANISH should be checked periodically for loose nuts and bolts Before driving the VANISH tighten any loose nuts and bolts you find CAMBER AND CASTER Not adjustable See your dealer TOE ALIGNMENT See your local TOMBERLIN dealer ...

Page 115: ...on Indicator The front R L side suspensions can be adjusted to any of five 5 pre load positions so they can be matched to load and riding conditions Always be sure to adjust both front left and front right shock absorbers to the same position Failure to do so could result in severe injury or death ...

Page 116: ...readed adjustor ring at the base of the rear shocks Adjust to the proper setting for load and riding conditions Always be sure to adjust both front left and front right shock absorbers to the same position and insure locking ring if tight against adjusting ring Failure to do so could result in severe injury or death ...

Page 117: ...AL GEAR OIL Changing the differential gear oil Place the vehicle on a level surface 1 Place a container under the differential final gear case 2 to collect the used oil Remove the oil filler bolt and the drain bolt to drain the 3 oil Install the drain bolt and then tighten it to the specified 4 torque Add the recommended differential gear oil up to the 5 brim of the filler hole Install the oil fil...

Page 118: ...Page 118 VANISH Operator s Manual Final Gear The recommended gear oil is SAE 80W 90 Refill the differential oil about 150 ml The filler drain bolt toque 24 Nm ...

Page 119: ... the recommended oil as needed 4 Reinstall the fill plug Torque to specification 5 OIL CHANGE The drain plug is located on the lower right side of the transmission near the fill plug Refer to the transmission Specifications Chart for recommended lubricants capacities and torque specifications Remove the fill plug 1 Place a drain pan under the drain plug 2 Remove the drain plug Allow the oil to dra...

Page 120: ...surface 1 Remove the fill plug 2 Check the oil level 3 Add the recommended oil as needed 4 Reinstall the fill plug Torque to specification 5 OIL CHANGE Support the vehicle securely with a jackstand 1 Remove the front tire on the driver s side 2 Remove the fill plug 3 Place a drain pan under the drain plug on the bottom 4 right hand side Remove the drain plug Allow the oil to drain 5 completely Cle...

Page 121: ...VANISH Operator s Manual Page 121 Changing the front differential ...

Page 122: ...One 15A spare fuse is provided inside the fuse box Fuses are designed to open when a circuit overload exists in individual electrical system circuits If any electrical system fails to operate then the fuses should be checked FUSE LIST 30A CHARGE Green 1 15A MAIN Blue 2 10A LIGHT Red 3 15A SPARE Blue 4 ...

Page 123: ...t work the bulb may need to be replaced Remove the taillight lens cover mounting screws 1 Remove the lens cover and set aside for reassembly 2 Remove the bulb 3 Apply dielectric grease to the socket and install a new 4 bulb Test the taillight brake light for proper operation 5 Reinstall the lens cover 6 ...

Page 124: ...tor s Manual PERIODIC MAINTENANCE RECORD Use the following chart to record periodic maintenance work Maintenance Interval Performed Servicing Date Servicing Dealer or Person Remarks First 5 hrs 20 hrs 50 hrs 75 hrs 100 hrs ...

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Page 126: ...uate charge Service brake system Check if it is capable of normal operation adjust when necessary Charger and socket Check if it is free of damage and mechani cally sound Parking brake system Check if it is capable of normal operation adjust when necessary Reverse Check if it is capable of normal operation Key Switch and Drive Select Check if it is capable of normal operation Tires Check if abrasi...

Page 127: ...lectrolyte level Do not overfill Wires and Ports Check if they are se cure verify that they are undamaged Entire vehicle Check if the parts are loose tighten as needed Check maximum speed of vehicle 25 mph Tires Check tire pressure and adjust to 10 PSI FRONT 14 PSI REAR Check all items included in above mentioned routine checks ...

Page 128: ...t has appropriate range of motion and adjust when necessary Check if the brake wire is damaged replace if necessary Accelerator micro switch Check if there is any flaw or dam age ensure that the switch is fixed to the framework Front wheel bearing Check if there is any flaw or dam age ensure that the switch is fixed to the framework Front and Rear Differential Check the front and rear differential...

Page 129: ...normal operation adjust when neces sary Driving System Carry out lubrication as per schematic dia gram for lubrication of vehicle Entire vehicle Carry out lubrication as per schematic dia gram for lubrication of vehicle Brake Fluid Check the hydraulic fluid and fill to high est position Check all routine weekly monthly inspection items ...

Page 130: ...f normal operation check if the service brake system is capable of adequate movement clean and adjust as necessary Check the brake shoes and replace them when necessary Wires Check if there is any rupture breakage or short circuit Direction selector Check contact and wire connection ensure secure con nection Front wheel align ment Entire vehicle Check all of the above routine weekly monthly quarte...

Page 131: ...aft and button head pin parking brake pedal 2 General purpose lithium base grease Shaft accelera tor pedal 3 General purpose lithium base grease Reservoir 4 Brake fluid DOT3000 Front suspen sion 5 General purpose lithium base grease Annual Inspec tion Items to be carried out by qualified mechanic only Check the driv ing axle and fill 20 3 oz gear lube see ser vice manual for instructions 6 AE 80W ...

Page 132: ...l the air out This will keep tires from getting flat spots Drain and refill the transmission oil with 20 3 oz 600 4 cc SAE 80W 90 Lubricate cables with SAE 80W 90 oil or chain cable 5 oil Batteries in a low state of charge are more likely to freeze Charge batteries fully before storing the vehicle Turn the key off place FWD REV switch in Neutral 1 and chock the wheels to prevent rolling Do not app...

Page 133: ...soaps and mild household cleaners Do not use a pressure washer as the overspray may damage some of the electrical components especially the batteries charger and control switches Many expensive repair bills can result from the damage caused by the high pressure wash to wheel bearings transmission seals body panels brakes and warning labels Battery acid bugs asphalt and tar should be washed away wi...

Page 134: ...arsh cleaners since they can scratch the body finish TRANSPORTING Whenever the VANISH is to be transported the following measures should be taken 1 Turn key to OFF place transmission in H gear 2 Always tie the frame of the VANISH to the transporting unit securely using suitable straps 3 Always lock the parking brake ...

Page 135: ...shock absorbers shock mounts and associated hardware rack and pinion steering gearbox transaxle motor and charger are warranted for one year or 5 000 miles whichever occurs first with respect to parts and labor against defects in material and workmanship from date of delivery Such repair labor shall be performed only by Tomberlin Automotive Group Inc its authorized Tomberlin Automotive Group deale...

Page 136: ...ty f Semiconductor parts such as diodes and fuses which are vulnerable to electrical overloads including lightning strikes Transportation expenses for warranty services are excluded from this warranty Also excluded from any Tomberlin Automotive Group warranty are all fuses decals except safety decals light bulbs lubricants trim pieces seats and routine wear items such as the charger cord plug and ...

Page 137: ...BRAKING SYSTEM STEERING TRANSAXLE OR OTHER OPERATING SYSTEM OF THE CAR THAT CAUSE IT TO PERFORM OUTSIDE OF TOMBERLIN SPECIFICATIONS THE WARRANTY IS LIKEWISE VOID IF THE CAR INVOLVED SHOWS INDICATIONS THAT REASONABLE OR NECESSARY MAINTENANCE AS OUTLINED IN THE OWNER S MANUAL AND MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE MANUAL WAS NOT PERFORMED AT THE TIME AND IN THE MANNER SPECIFIED IN SUCH MANUALS WARNING any modi...

Page 138: ...a warranty claim under this limited warranty contact your local Tomberlin Automotive Group authorized dealer 6 DISCLAIMER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE TOMBERLIN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH EXCEED THE OBLIGATIONS OR TIME LIMITS STATED IN THIS WARRANTY ARE HEREBY DI...

Page 139: ... ANY OTHER ECONOMIC LOSS Some states allow neither limitation on the duration of an implied warranty nor exclusions or limitation of incidental or consequential damages Therefore the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state 8 INFORMATION For further information contact Tomber...

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