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29175-G01 OWNER’S MANUAL AND SERVICE GUIDE ELECTRIC POWERED THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE ISSUED APRIL 2005...
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SAFETY Read and understand all labels located on the vehicle. For any questions on any of the information, contact a represen- tative for clarification. Always replace any damaged or missing labels. On steep hills it is possible for vehicles to coast at greater than normal speeds encountered on a flat surface. To pre- vent loss of vehicle control and possible serious injury, speeds should be limited to no more than the maximum speed on level ground.
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Cushman Division of TEXTRON, Inc. is not liable for errors in this manual or for incidental or consequential damages that result from the use of the material in this manual.
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NOTES To obtain a copy of the limited warranty applicable to the vehicle, call or write a local Distributor, an authorized Branch or the Warranty Department with vehicle serial number and manufacturer code. The use of non Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts may void the warranty. Overfilling of batteries may void the warranty.
TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL ..........................vii GENERAL OPERATION ......................vii MAINTENANCE ........................viii VENTILATION ..........................ix GENERAL ..........................xi STANDARDS AND PUBLICATIONS ..................1 Standards ................................1 Publications .................................1 BEFORE INITIAL USE ....................... 2 Fig. 1 Initial Service Chart ........................2 On Board Charger ...............................2 IDENTIFICATION ........................2 Fig.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS LIFTING THE VEHICLE ......................9 SAFETY COMPONENTS ......................10 Seat Switch ............................... 10 Thermal Circuit Breaker ............................ 10 Fig. 13 Lifting the Vehicle ........................10 Parking The Vehicle ............................10 Fig. 14 Parking The Vehicle ....................... 10 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ......................
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Fig. 29 Hydrometer ..........................23 Fig. 30 Hydrometer Temperature Correction ..................23 Fig. 31 Factory Settings ........................30 Fig. 32 Wiring Diagram ........................32 Fig. 32 Wiring Diagram ........................33 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS ....................29 ELECTRIC POWERED THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE ..........30 Fig.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Notes: Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Page vi...
SAFETY INFORMATION This manual has been designed to assist the owner-operator in maintaining the vehicle in accordance with procedures developed by the manufacturer. Adherence to these procedures and troubleshooting tips will ensure the best possible service from the product. To reduce the chance of personal injury and/or property damage, the following instructions must be carefully observed: Certain replacement parts can be used independently and/or in combination with other accessories to modify an E-Z- GO-manufactured vehicle to permit the vehicle to operate at or in excess of 20mph.
SAFETY INFORMATION This vehicle conforms to the current applicable standard for safety and performance requirements. These vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and are not equipped for operation on public streets. With electric powered vehicles, be sure that all electrical accessories are grounded directly to the battery (-) post. Never use the chassis or body as a ground connection.
SAFETY INFORMATION Always check the polarity of each battery terminal and be sure to rewire the batteries correctly. Always use specified replacement parts. Never use replacement parts of lesser quality. Always use recommended tools. Always determine that tools and procedures not specifically recommended by the manufacturer will not compromise the safety of personnel nor jeopardize the safe operation of the vehicle.
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SAFETY INFORMATION Notes: Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Page x...
SAFETY INFORMATION Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings GENERAL manual without the manufacturer’s prior written authori- zation. Where authorized modifications have been made, The following text is provided as recommended by part II the user shall ensure that capacity, operation, warning, of ASME/ANSI B56.8-1988.
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SAFETY INFORMATION Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings Control of Noxious Gases and Fumes turer; 4.8.1 When equipment powered by internal com- (b) emphasis on safety of passengers, material loads, bustion engines is used in enclosed areas, the atmo- carrier operator, and other employees;...
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SAFETY INFORMATION Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings 5.4.9 Carriers shall not be parked or left unattended smooth, sweeping motion. such that they block or obstruct fire aisles, access to Loading stairways, or fire equipment.
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SAFETY INFORMATION Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings Maintenance Procedures prevent the use of the carrier until the leak has been eliminated. 6.2.1 Maintenance and inspection of all carriers The carrier manufacturer’s capacity, operation, shall be performed in conformance with the manufac- and maintenance instruction plates, tags, or decals shall...
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings • STANDARDS AND PUBLICATIONS ANSI/UL 583; Electric Battery Powered Industrial Trucks This unit is not a motor vehicle within the definition of the ADDRESS: National Traffic Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings BEFORE INITIAL USE On Board Charger The on board charger is wired directly to the batteries, Read, understand and follow safety label on the instru- only requiring it be plugged into a dedicated 15 amp AC ment panel.
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings Fig. 5 Controls On Floorboard 1. Service/Parking Brake Pedal Fig. 3 Serial Numbers Under Seat 2.
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings ON POSITION: Supplies power Power ON/Battery Condition Meter OFF POSITION: Interrupts power (Ref Fig. 7 on page 4) The power on/battery condition meter indicates whether power is supplied to the unit and the state of battery charge.
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings ALWAYS apply the park- ing brake when the vehi- c l e i s t o b e l e f t unattended.
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings Programmable Speed Controller The vehicle is equipped with a programmable speed con- troller, which provides a variety of diagnostic data and can be used to change factory speed settings.
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings Drive the vehicle only as fast as terrain and safety the direction desired, release park brake and press the considerations allow.
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings All occupants must be seated in factory approved Passengers MUST NOT stand on rear footrest. seats, switches spark-do not operate in explosive Keep both hands on steering mechanism when or commuatible atmosphere.
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings If the selector is moved to the REVERSE posi- LIFTING THE VEHICLE tion, a backup warning alarm will sound until Tool List Qty.
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings If the circuit breaker should open while driv- ing on an incline, imme- Turn wheel as shown diately apply the service and parking brakes to to permit jack placement prevent loss of vehicle control.
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings Wheel bearings and fork pivot Check/Fill Plug Fig. 16 Rear Axle Lubricant Check and Fill BRAKES Rear axle check and...
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings TIRES Tools List Qty. Required Impact wrench, 1/2" drive ..........1 Impact socket, 3/4", 1/2" drive ........1 Torque wrench, 1/2"...
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings Tire Repair 'Cross Sequence' The vehicle is fitted with tubeless tires mounted on one piece rims. Generally, the most cost effective way to repair a flat tire resulting from a puncture in the tread portion of the tire is to use a commercial tire plug.
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings Install the wheel assembly with the valve stem with lukewarm or cold water is the best method of pre- on the same side as the wheel retaining nuts.
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings HARDWARE Periodically, the vehicle should be inspected for loose fasteners. Fasteners should be tightened in accordance with the Torque Specifications table (Ref Fig.
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE Check Clean, Adjust, etc. Replace NOTE: Some maintenance items must be serviced more frequently on vehicles used under severe driving conditions DAILY BODY Clean body components as required...
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ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings Notes: SEMI-ANNUAL - 125 HOURS (includes items listed in previous tables & the following) Clean and adjust, see Technician’s Repair and Service Manual SERVICE / PARK BRAKES Check brake shoe linings, see Technician’s Repair and Service Manual BODY...
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings BATTERIES AND CHARGING W r a p w r e n c h e s w i t h vinyl tape to prevent the Safety possibility of a dropped...
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings To reduce the possibility Do not overfill batteries. The charging of fire, never attach a cycle will expel electrolyte and result in component damage.
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings maintain the correct electrolyte level within the battery In addition to the batteries, special attention should be cells.
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings Nm) torque, to prevent movement but not tight enough to allowed to sit unused, it will become partially discharged. cause distortion of the battery cases.
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings automatic battery chargers contain an electronic module may result in a vehicle that runs slowly or in a vehicle that that may not activate and the battery charger will not is unable to operate for the time required.
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings conform with the electrolyte temperature, e.g., if the Bulb reading indicates a specific gravity of 1.250 and the Cylinder Float electrolyte temperature is 90°...
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ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings 5. Test each cell and note the readings (corrected to 80° F or 27° C). A variation of fifty points between any two cell readings (example 1.250 - 1.200) indicates a problem with the low reading cell(s).
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings E-Z-GO FACTORY SET CONTROLLER PARAMETERS PARAMATER RANGE DEFAULT DESIRED UNITS DESCRIPTION Current Limit, Main 20 - 250 Amps Maximum current forward speed Current Limit, Low Speed...
ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings W/BL 2 MAIN CONTACT 24V 841208 840766 887855 36V 841112 16-- OR 11 CONNECT OR 887855 892458 891653...
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ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings CIRCUIT BRKR: MINUTE MISER 829164 TUG 824800 892833 893282 893383 884045 TUG LIFTOUT RACK 891693 EC TUG MM 36V TUG FRONT...
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ELECTRIC THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings Notes: Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Page 28...
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS ELECTRIC POWERED THREE WHEEL SERVICE VEHICLE BATTERY MONITORING..........LED State of charge meter BATTERIES............... Four 6 volt deep cycle (105 minute minimum, 225 amp-hour @ 20 hour discharge rate) SPEED CONTROLLER............. Programmable Solid state, 250 amp capacity MOTOR ................24 VDC, series wound 1.5 hp (1.1 kW) @ 2800 rpm & 4.3 hp (3.2 kW) @ 1200 rpm, brazed armature and solid copper windings REAR AXLE ..............
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 22.75 in (58 cm) 28.5 in (73 cm) 39 in 4 in (99 cm) (10 cm) 25.8 in 53 in (65 cm) (135 cm) 30 in 85 in (216 cm) (76 cm) RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM RAMP GRADE RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM SIDE TILT 25% or 14˚...
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS TURNING CLEARANCE DIAMETER 130 in (330 cm) (Handlebar) 154 in (391 cm) 54 in. (137 cm) INTERSECTING AISLE CLEARANCE 54 in (137 cm) Fig. 34 Vehicle Turning Clearance Diameter and Intersecting Aisle Clearance Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Page 32...
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Read and understand the following warnings Read and understand the following text and before attempting to operate the vehicle: warnings before attempting to service vehicle: In any product, components will eventually fail to perform properly as the result of normal use, age, wear or abuse. prevent personal It is virtually impossible to anticipate all possible compo-...
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1451 Marvin Griffin Road, Augusta, Georgia USA 30906-3852 TO CONTACT US North America: Technical Assistance & Warranty Phone: 1-800-774-3946, FAX: 1-800-448-8124 Service Parts Phone: 1-888-GET-EZGO (1-888-438-3946), FAX: 1-800-752-6175 International: Phone: 010-1-706-798-4311, FAX: 010-1-706-771-4609 Copyrighted Material This manual may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the express permission of E-Z-GO Division of TEXTRON Inc.