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OPERATING PROCEDURES
Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
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Owner’s Guide
The on-board charger is below the driver side of the truck bed. The on-board charger is wired to the batteries.
Before you charge the batteries make sure you:
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park the vehicle in an area with good ventilation
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engage the parking brake
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turn the key to the OFF position and remove the key
Connect the charger cord to a dedicated 15 amp AC outlet to activate the charger. When the charge cycle is complete,
disconnect the charger cord.
HOW TO OPERATE THE VEHICLE
Incorrect use of the vehicle or lack of maintenance can cause damage or decreased
performance.
Read the following warnings before you operate the vehicle.
Make sure you know the terrain and traffic conditions. Make sure you know environmental condi-
tions that change the terrain and your ability to control the vehicle. Drive the vehicle only as fast
as terrain and conditions allow.
When possible, stay in approved areas and do not drive on steep slopes.
Do not drive fast downhill. Sudden stops or change of direction can cause a loss of control. Use
the brake to control the speed of the vehicle when you drive down a slope.
To prevent loss of control, do not move the direction selector while the vehicle is in motion. If you
move the selector, the speed will immediately decrease and a warning device activates.
Decrease speed before and during turns.
Do not drive the vehicle up, down, or across a slope that is more than 14° (25% grade).
See GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS for the vehicle load and seat capacity.
When the accelerator pedal is pressed, the foot-operated parking brake releases and can cause
accidental or sudden vehicle movement. When the vehicle is parked, make sure the key is in the
OFF position.
When you leave the vehicle, turn the key to the OFF position and remove from the switch to pre-
vent accidental operation.
Make sure the direction selector is in correct position before you press the accelerator pedal.
Make sure you completely stop the vehicle before you move the direction selector to a different
position.
Do not take vehicle out of gear while in motion.
Before you drive in the reverse direction, make sure the area behind the vehicle is clear.