Operation; Safety; Before Initial Use; Pre-Ride Inspection - Cushman Refresher FS2 Owner's Manual

SAFETY

Failure to operate the vehicle correctly can result in a collision, loss of control, accident
or rollover, and cause serious injury or death. Follow all operation procedures in this
section of the manual. Read and comply with all safety warnings in the safety section of
this owner's manual.

BEFORE INITIAL USE

To prepare your new vehicle for operation, complete the following:
• Remove the protective plastic from the seats.
• Check for possible leaks that may have developed during shipment of the vehicle.
• Charge the battery.
• Fill tank with correct fuel.
• Perform the following pre-ride inspection.

PRE-RIDE INSPECTION

Inspect and verify that the vehicle is in safe operating condition before each use to decrease the risk of an accident.
Check the items in the table to help ensure safe and reliable operation.
Item
Brake system/pedal travel
Parking brake
Front suspension
Rear suspension
CV boots
Steering
Tires
Wheel hardware
Frame hardware
Fuel and engine oil
Fluid leakage
Switches
Reverse warning alarm
Air filter
Headlights
Brake light / taillights
Starter / generator belt

ENGINE BREAK-IN

Correct operation of the engine during the break-in period is essential to the performance, reliability and life of the
engine.
The engine break-in period is:
• the first 100 operating hours of a new engine
• the first 100 operating hours of an engine that has been completely disassembled
• the first few minutes until the engine is warm at each operation
During these break-in periods, operate the vehicle in the following manner:
• Avoid high engine speeds.
• Avoid long periods of idle time.
• Avoid long operating times at low engine speed.

OPERATION

Check for proper operation.
Ensure vehicle does not roll when the parking brake is engaged.
Inspect. Lubricate if necessary. Check for loose or missing hardware.
Inspect. Lubricate if necessary. Check for loose or missing hardware.
Inspect for damage. Replace if necessary.
Check for smooth and free operation.
Check condition and pressure.
Check for loose or missing hardware.
Check for loose or missing hardware.
Check for correct levels.
Inspect vehicle for leaks.
Check operation.
Check operation.
Inspect; clean or replace if necessary.
Check operation.
Check operation.
Check condition.
Check
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