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- Page 1 Street Legal Golf Cart Owner’s Manual Sold and Distributed by citEcar LLC www.citEcarEV.com Phone: (866) 542-8677 Fax: (843) 556-4080...
- Page 2 Preface Thanks for purchasing a citEcar electric vehicle. This manual contains information for proper operating, maintaining and caring of your electric vehicle. A thorough understanding of this manual will help you to obtain maximum enjoyment from this electric vehicle. Please keep it properly stored for future reference.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
INDEX 1. Overview…………………………………………………………………………………………….4 2. Controls……………………………………………………………………………………………..6 Operations…………………………………………………………………………………..…….11 Safe Operation Instructions…………………………… ……………………………………..12 5. Maintenance ........................13 5.1 Maintenance of Battery ..................... 13 5.2 Operation and Maintenance of Charger ..............17 5.3 Maintenance of the Traction Motor ................18 5.4 Maintenance of the Speed Controller: ............... 19 5.5 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting ................ -
Page 4: Overview
1. OVERVIEW Our vehicle is environmental friendly, and it can be used as a people mover or utility car at a golf course, resort hotels, private residential areas, tourist scenic spots, or any other places where allowed. WARNING! Please, always be sure of any restrictions in the area where you intend to use the vehicle to avoid any unpleasant experiences. - Page 5 Vehicle Information (Name Plate) The name plate is either at the lower part of the dashboard as below Fig.2 shows or at the back of the front seat as below Fig.1 shows: Fig.1 Fig. 2 Chassis number of the vehicle The position where the chassis number is located as per the picture below.
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Page 6: Controls
2. Controls 1) Schematic Figure of controls Please see the general overview of your dashboard below. - Page 7 FUSE BOX...
- Page 8 Functions of Controls Ignition key The ignition key is used to switch on the electrical system of the vehicle. To engage the motor and start the vehicle: Insert the key and turn it clockwise to the “ON” position, at the same time, the 12V accessory system (including the headlight, turn signal, taillight, brake light and horns) will be engaged also.
- Page 9 NOTE: On the mechanical brake system, the service brake pedal is combined with the parking brake pedal. Mechanical Brake Hydraulic Brake Parking Brake Pedal The parking brake is used for braking while parking. The parking brake of the mechanical brake system is different from hydraulic brake system.
- Page 10 How to engage and disengage the parking brake – For Hydraulic brake system To engage the hand parking brake, pull up the hand brake lever to the end. • • • • To disengage the hand parking brake, pull up the hand brake lever to the end and then press down the •...
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Page 11: Operations
TOW/RUN SWITCH (available for Curtis 1266 and 1268 controller) Before operating the vehicle, make sure the TOW/RUN switch is in the “RUN” position. Make sure the TOW/RUN switch is on the “TOW” position if towing or pushing the vehicle. The TOW/RUN switch is located under the seat on the passenger side, either on the controller cover or just under the rear body as shown in the picture below. -
Page 12: Safe Operation Instructions
CAUTION! If the vehicle is equipped with the mechanical brake system, depressing the accelerator pedal will release the parking brake if it’s engaged. Depressing the accelerator pedal is not the preferred method of releasing the parking brake. Depressing the lower section of the brake pedal is the preferred method of releasing the parking brake to assure the longest service life of brake components. -
Page 13: Maintenance
5. Maintenance Users should perform regular maintenance to ensure the vehicle is in good performance. 5.1 Maintenance of the Batteries NOTE: Our standard vehicles are equipped with deep-cycle flooded lead-acid batteries. If your vehicle is equipped with any other types of batteries, please follow the maintenance instruction by the battery manufacturer. - Page 14 5) WATERING Flooded batteries need distilled water. What’s more, watering must be done at the right time and in the right amount or else the battery’s performance and longevity suffers. Distilled water should always be added after fully charging. Prior to charging, there should be enough water to cover the plates.
- Page 15 The readings should be at or above the factory specification of 1.277 +/- .007. If any specific gravity readings • • • • register low, then follow the steps below. 1. Check and record voltage level(s). 2. Put battery(s) on a complete charge. 3.
- Page 16 TABLE 1. State of charge as related to specific gravity and open circuit voltage Open-Circuit Voltage Specific Gravity Corrected to Percentage of Charge 1.277 6.37 8.49 12.73 25.46 38.20 50.93 1.258 6.31 8.41 12.62 25.24 37.85 50.47 1.238 6.25 8.33 12.50 25.00 37.49...
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Page 17: Operation And Maintenance Of Charger
WARNING! The battery receptacle is combined with a security switch which can cut off the power of the vehicle when the battery is being charged, so the vehicle cannot be started as long as the battery receptacle is plugged in. 1) After the charger turns off, disconnect the plug on the AC charging cable from the AC power outlet first, and then disconnect the cord from the vehicle receptacle. -
Page 18: Maintenance Of The Traction Motor
5.3 Maintenance of the Traction DC Motor WARNING! Be sure there are NO explosive gas vapors in the air, otherwise, it may cause serve injury and damage to your body and property if the explosive gas vapor contacts the sparks generated from the motor. -
Page 19: Maintenance Of The Speed Controller
5.4 Maintenance of the Speed Controller CAUTION Only a qualified electrician is allowed to do the maintenance for the controller. WARNING! There are no spare parts available inside the controller. No attempt should be made to open, repair, or otherwise modify the controller. Doing so may damage the controller and will void the warranty. Cleaning It is recommended that the controller be kept clean and dry and that its fault history file be checked and cleared periodically. -
Page 20: Troubleshooting Chart
Example: A vehicle that does not operate in “forward” is brought in for repair. Step 1: Examine the vehicle and its wiring for any obvious problems, such as broken wires or loose connections. Step 2: Connect the programmer, select the Faults menu, and read the displayed fault information. In this example, the display shows “No Known Faults,”... - Page 21 Troubleshooting Chart – Cont’d AUX COIL Missing aux (brake, relay) 1. Aux coil open or not connected. FAULT coil. MAIN DRIVER Main contactor driver held 1. Main contactor coil shorted. high. 2. Controller defective. MAIN WELDED Main contactor welded. 1. Main contactor stuck closed. 2.
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Page 22: Maintenance Of Rear Axle
5.6 Maintenance of Rear Axle While using your vehicle, the rear axle should be maintained daily, periodically and randomly. 1. Periodic maintenance means the driver should do some daily maintenance before, during or after driving to prevent something unexpected from happening. The maintenance is focused on examining, cleaning and repairing as follows: 1) Clean the dust and mud on the cover to keep the axle clean 2) Check all the connections to make sure they are in good condition, in case there is any damage, if any contact... -
Page 23: Wheel Replacement
1. There is interval between the brake shoes Adjust the interval and drum. 2. There is oil/dirt on the brake shoes or drum. Remove the impurity 3.There is air in the brake line Dispel the air Lack of breaking force Repair the leakage or change the 4. -
Page 24: Brake Adjustment
5.8 Brake Adjustment WARNING! If you have any problem with the brakes, please consult with our dealers. Brake failure can result in serious accident or physical danger. The brakes on the vehicle are self-adjusting. Before you operate the vehicle, please press down on the brake pedal several times to make sure the brakes are functioning properly. -
Page 25: Periodic Maintenance Charts
8. Periodic Maintenance Charts Regular maintenance is required for the best performance and safe operation of the vehicle. WARNING! Make sure to turn off the power key and apply the parking brake when you do the maintenance unless otherwise specified. If the owner is not familiar with the maintenance of this vehicle, this work should be done by the dealer from whom you received your vehicle: 1D –... -
Page 26: Storage
9. Storage Please follow the steps as below when the vehicle is stored. 1. Check the liquid level inside the battery. Refill it fully before storing the vehicle. WARNING! Please charge the battery once a month if your vehicle will be stored more than one month. 2. - Page 28 Client Responsibilities Maintenance Issues Batteries – Battery fluid must be checked at least once monthly. Use distilled water only. Do no overfill. Battery Cables – Tighten battery cables per battery manufacturer instructions located on batteries. Failure to tighten once a month could result in damage to the batteries. BEFORE placing the vehicle into service, please check all battery cables and tighten as they may become loose due to turbulence in shipping.
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