APPROACHING A DAMAGED HIGH-VOLTAGE VEHICLE
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TOMCAR™ ERG 2017
5.
Moving damaged vehicles
a.
Do not attempt to pull or tow he vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground as
this may cause the vehicle to generate electricity and can cause potential damage.
b.
If possible, turn ‘OFF’ the high
-voltage safety switch.
c.
Operators of tow trucks and vehicle storage facilities should ensure the damaged
vehicle is kept in an open and well ventilated area.
d.
If you detect leaking fluids, sparks, smoke, flames, increased temperature, gurgling,
popping or hissing noises from the high-voltage battery compartment, call
emergency services.
e.
Be alert. There is a potential for delayed fire with damaged lithium batteries.
f.
Call an authorized Tomcar dealer, if necessary, to determine additional steps that
you should take to safely recover or transport a vehicle.
g.
Always approach vehicle from the sides to stay out of potential travel path. It may
be difficult to determine if the vehicle is running due to the lack of engine noise.
h.
Refer to vehicle manual to locate proper attachment points and transport method.
i.
Avoid contact with orange cabling and areas identified as high-voltage risk by
warning labels.
6.
Battery disposal
a.
Batteries are to be disposed according to local regulations.
b.
Contact Tomcar dealer for additional information.
