QUICK GUIDE TO XEBRA DRIVING
The Xebra is technically a motorcycle and should be driven in a similar manner to a motorcycle. This means gradual turns and no
sudden, sharp turns. Check with your local DMV laws to ensure compliance with license requirements.
1. Make sure the batteries have sufficient charge. A voltage reading of 79 or higher is fully charged.
Refer to Battery Maintenance section for charging instructions.
2. Fasten seat belt(s) and adjust mirrors. See Mirror section for proper procedure.
3. Place direction knob to N for neutral.
4. Check that the Master off button under the driver's seat is pulled out.
5. DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL. This is important if you are on a slope.
As the car has no engine or gears, it will roll easily in the direction of the slope when the motor is not turning.
6. Place key in ignition and turn clockwise one (72V ignition) or two clicks (12V ignition).
You will most likely hear nothing! It's electric so there's no idling (you may hear the cooling fan). The voltage gauge will go up.
7. Release parking brake located on the lower left side of the driver's seat (sedan) or to the right of driver's seat (truck).
8. Turn direction knob to F for forward, or to R for reverse and press red reverse button.
If going in reverse, you will hear the reverse beeper.
9. Remove foot from brake and place foot on accelerator SLOWLY.
10. Drive carefully with gentle turns of the steering wheel.
11. Anticipate stops, your Xebra does Not have power brakes.
12. The most common reason the Xebra won't drive is the MASTER OFF BUTTON is pushed in.
The second reason is the parking brake is engaged.
13. Finally, do not forget to disconnect the charging cord.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Unique Features
Maintenance
INSTRUMENT PANEL:
SPEEDOMETER AND VOLTAGE METER
IGNITION
MASTER OFF BUTTON
DIRECTION KNOB
POWER CORD
FRONTAND REAR DECK LIDS
DRIVE MOTOR
COOLING FAN
MOTOR CONTROLLER
BATTERY CHARGER
DC TO DC CONVERTER
HORSEPOWER VS XEBRA POWER
CONDITIONING
CHARGING
CHECKING BATTERY VOLTAGE
EXTENDING THE RANGE
RECYCLING THE BATTERIES
GEAR BOX FLUID
BRAKE FLUID
ZERK GREASE FITTING
SEATADJUSTMENT
HEATER
MIRRORS
HORN
TURN SIGNALS
LIGHTS
LOCKS
SPARE TIRE
DRIVING SAFELY
DRIVING CONDITIONS
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
WEIGHT LIMIT
IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT
POLITICS
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Batteries
Additional Equipment and Information
Safety Warnings
Warranty Information
ALLABOUT YOUR WARRANTY
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