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Columbia Summit SU5-L-2 2017 Owner's And Operator's Manual

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Owner and Operator Manual
PN 712307-01
6/2016
2016
Model
SU5-S/L
Summit
Utilitruck

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  • Page 1 2016 Model SU5-S/L Summit Utilitruck Owner and Operator Manual PN 712307-01 6/2016...
  • Page 2 Standards Institute (ANSI) standards. Your safe use and operation of your vehicle is important to us. Any alteration of your Columbia ParCar vehicle that results in the vehicle being in noncompliance with applicable ANSI standards is strictly prohibited. Columbia ParCar is not responsible or liable for any damage that results from any such alteration, and all warranties for any such altered vehicles are null and void.
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS – SU5 INTRODUCTION PAGE SAFETY MESSAGES ..................... 3 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER – PERSONAL TRANSPORT VEHICLE ....4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER – LOW SPEED VEHICLE........5 VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS ..................6 SAFETY GETTING STARTED ....................... 7 SAFETY GUIDELINES ....................7 SAFETY VEHICLE STATEMENTS .................
  • Page 4 SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES ..................26 BRAKE SYSTEM ......................26 BRAKE FLUID MAINTENANCE ..................26 TIRE CARE ........................26 WHEEL & TIRE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ..............26 CLEANING ........................27 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - OWNER/OPERATOR............. 27 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN ..........27 VEHICLE TROUBLESHOOTING ..................

  • Page 5: Vehicle Identification Number – Personal Transport Vehicle

    VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER – PERSONAL TRANSPORT VEHICLES (PTV) Each PTV vehicle contains a unique Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) label. The VIN describes facts and features of the vehicle and contains thirteen (13) digits. Figure 1-1 is an example of a VIN label. VIN labels and can be found in several locations on the vehicle. One location will be on the top of the dash panel on the driver’s side or under the steering wheel cover as shown in Figure 1-2.

  • Page 6: Vehicle Identification Number – Low Speed Vehicle

    VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER LOW SPEED VEHICLES (LSV) The VIN is printed on a white label, affixed to the top of the dash and affixed to the steering wheel under the steering wheel cover (Figure 1-2). The VIN is also noted on the LSV Vin Label (Figure 1-3) affixed to the bottom of the front hood area.

  • Page 7: Vehicle Specifications

    VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS ITEM SPECIFICATION Battery Type: 48 Volt: 8 - 6 volt, heavy duty, 225 Ah minimum. Deep Cycle Spring applied, auto-adjusting hydraulic drum on rear wheels, Brakes front disc, foot operated parking brake. Built in, micro-processor control, fully sealed, anti-drive away Charger interlock, 110-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.

  • Page 8: Safety Guidelines

    It is Columbia ParCar Corp’s specific recommendation that the following warnings must be observed at all times. Not all are repeated throughout this manual, but the recommendations included must be observed whenever these subjects (vehicle operation hazards, battery hazards, etc.) are encountered.
  • Page 9 Failure to comply with these warnings may result in bodily injury and property damage. These basic rules of operation, combined with courtesy and common sense, will help make driving your Columbia vehicle a safe and pleasant experience.

  • Page 10: Inspecting The Vehicle

    IMPORTANT FIRST STEP Upon initial delivery, it is very important that the battery pack is properly charged. This is required if the vehicle is to be stored for later use or is to be used immediately.  Check that the batteries are not damaged or leaking and that connections are tight. NOTICE: The following information does NOT apply to sealed batteries.

  • Page 11: Vehicle Controls

    Columbia Dealer. Report any battery or service issue problems to the individual(s) responsible for correction and/or repair or contact your local Columbia Dealer for service. If any problems are found, do not operate vehicle until repairs are made. Failure to make necessary repairs could result in fire, severe personal injury, property damage or death.

  • Page 12: Turn Signal/Lights/Horn Switch

    TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS/HORN SWITCH The horn is activated by pushing in the button at the lever (A.). Moving lever up or down will activate the turn signals. A green light on the dash will flash indicating the turning direction. headlights taillights are activated by a three position selector (B).

  • Page 13: Steering Wheel

    This system runs the accessories (wiper/washer, dome, etc.). The fuse block has a snap off cover for access to the fuses. NOTICE: If fuses continue to blow and require replacement, have your Columbia Dealer check the electrical circuit. FUSE BLOCK ELECTRICAL...

  • Page 14: Tilt Bed

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION The type of battery used in a Columbia vehicle has a service requirement which is quite different from that of an automotive battery. The electric vehicle battery supplies all of the power to drive the vehicle. During operation the power stored in the batteries is expended.

  • Page 15: Multi-Function Clearview Display Panel

    MULTI-FUNCTION CLEARVIEW DISPLAY PANEL BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR: SPEEDOMETER: When fully charged, the battery level is The center area of the display will indicate shown as a bar graph in the upper left speed in Miles Per Hour. Speed is section of the display, with the level calculated from signals sent from the motor indicated as a percentage of available to the controller...
  • Page 16 INITIAL BOOT SEQUENCE At power on, the display will perform a self-test and load the controller data. You will see the Columbia ParCar Corp logo indicating the system is preparing for operation. DISPLAY AS STATUS MONITOR...

  • Page 17: Multi-Function Smartview Display Panel

    MULTI-FUNCTION SMARTVIEW DISPLAY PANEL DASH PANEL Located on the dash, this panel contains the left and rights green turn signal indicators and the Smartview AC display. This display will show the battery state of charge as a percentage of full charge, the system status fault codes, and the hours on the vehicle.

  • Page 18: Battery Inspection & Maintenance

    PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST (Continued) ITEM PROCEDURE Fully charged or adequately charged to provide power for duration of operations. The AC cord is disconnected from the vehicle. Electrolyte level in each cell covers the top of cell plates. (Does not apply Batteries to sealed batteries) Batteries are secure and free of corrosion.
  • Page 19 Do not attempt to recharge batteries with a charger not designed for your vehicle. Only trained technicians should service the charger. Contact your Columbia Dealer for assistance. NOTICE: Install surge arrestors on incoming AC power lines. Surge arrestors will help protect electrical/electronic components in the charger and vehicle from all but direct or “close proximity”...

  • Page 20: Battery Cleaning

    BATTERY INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE (Continued) 1. Be sure battery hold downs are properly tightened. A loose hold down may allow the battery to become damaged from vibration or jarring. A hold down that is too tight may buckle or crack the battery case. 2.

  • Page 21: Conditions Which Affect Charging

    BATTERY CHARGING All current production Columbia 24/36/48 volt electric vehicles are built with a solid state on- board, fully automatic high-frequency, programmable battery charger as standard equipment. The charge status can be found on the charger as well as on a remote multicolored LED. This LED and descriptive label will be located near the charger receptacle.

  • Page 22: Charger Operating Instructions

    LED is not lit check the AC connection and the AC source fuse or breaker. If this fails to correct the problem, contact your Columbia Dealer for assistance. Charger will automatically turn on and conduct a short self-test and battery pack test. The LED will flash in sequence and then a trickle current will be applied to batteries until a minimum voltage is reached.

  • Page 23: Red Light Charger Error Codes

    RED LIGHT CHARGER ERROR CODES 1 FLASH = Battery Voltage High: Auto-recover. May be temporary condition, or wrong charger installed, i.e. 36 volt charger on 48 volt battery pack. 2 FLASH = Battery Voltage Low: Auto-recover. Confirm each individual batteries minimum voltage with a voltmeter.

  • Page 24: Check / Change Charging Algorithm

    Trojan Flooded NOTICE: For maximum battery life the correct algorithm must be used. If your battery model is not listed in Table A, contact Columbia ParCar for further information Each time AC power is applied with the battery pack NOT connected, the charger enters an algorithm select/display mode for approximately 11 seconds.

  • Page 25: Excessively Discharged Batteries

    EXCESSIVELY DISCHARGED BATTERIES NOTICE: Your Columbia Dealer will have the equipment and experience to perform the following battery inspections The charger will not charge dead batteries. First establish that none of the batteries have an internal fault or bad cell. If a battery has remained too long in a discharged state (i.e. 2-4 volts each), it may be internally damaged and not capable of accepting a charge and must be replaced.

  • Page 26: Battery Removal & Installation

    TIPS FOR PROLONGING BATTERY LIFE (Continued)  For non-sealed batteries, make it a regular habit to check (and water) your batteries after charging. Always add water after charging. This will reduce the chance for overflow due to expanding water.  Weekly equalize the battery pack.

  • Page 27: Maintenance Guidelines

    BRAKE SYSTEM Adjustments/repairs to the brakes and emergency brake are to be completed by a trained qualified technician or your Columbia Dealer. BRAKE FLUID MAINTENANCE Check the brake fluid in the master cylinder periodically (under normal conditions, every 3 months).

  • Page 28: Cleaning

    Clean body and seats, Wash as needed. Lube Visually check suspension and differential for leakage. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN It is recommended that the following be performed by a trained qualified technician or your Columbia Dealer. Item Operation Tires Front wheel alignment .

  • Page 29: Vehicle Troubleshooting

    Brakes dragging Runs slow Under inflated or flat tires. Wheels for binding, do not spin freely. If these test procedures do not resolve your vehicle problem, contact your Columbia Dealer for service. CONTROLLER TROUBLESHOOTING CLEARVIEW DISPLAY The AC Drive controller sends fault codes to the Multi-Function Display.
  • Page 30 SMARTVIEW FAULT CODES Level Display Message Description Recommended Action No Motor Check encoder wiring and F15006 No speed feedback from motor Speed Signal speed measurement signal Throttle appears to be stuck. Check throttle wiring and F16002 Safety Case 1 This fault will clear if throttle installation.
  • Page 31 SMARTVIEW FAULT CODES (Continued) Allow controller to cool down High heatsink temperature has F18002 Device too hot to normal operating reduced power to motor temperature. Motor in High measured or estimated Allow motor to cool down to F18003 thermal motor temperature has normal operating cutback reduced power to motor...
  • Page 32 NOTICE: To transport this vehicle behind an auto or truck on an approved trailer. When trailering your vehicle over long distances or on the highway observe the following:  Use trailers specifically designed to carry your Columbia ParCar vehicle that meets all federal, state and local requirements.
  • Page 33 BATTERY PREPARATION FOR VEHICLE STORAGE Before storage make sure batteries are fully charged, for non-sealed batteries make sure the electrolyte is full in all cells. Clean the batteries and connections as described earlier. The charger has the capability to test and recharge batteries during storage. Leave the batteries connected and the charger plugged into a reliable AC source.

  • Page 34: Vehicle Preparation

    VEHICLE PREPARATION FOR STORAGE Store the vehicle in a cool place. Maintain tire pressure at recommended PSI. Grease suspension and continue quarterly lubrication during storage period. Clean vehicle body, seats, battery compartment and vehicle underside. Do not engage park brake. Block wheels to prevent movement. NOTICE: Make sure power keyswitch is in the OFF position.
  • Page 35 (b) To qualify for warranty coverage, the selling dealer must complete the warranty registration form online within ten (10) days after purchase or lease. If this information is not on file with Columbia, purchaser must provide proof of date of purchase with any warranty claim.
  • Page 36 DAMAGE CAUSED THEREBY. 9. Sole Remedy, No Other Warranty: The purchaser and Columbia expressly agree that the remedy of replacement or repair of the defective vehicle or component thereof, is the exclusive and sole remedy of the purchaser. Columbia makes no other representation or warranty of any kind, and no...
  • Page 37 Columbia assumes no liability for the dealer’s labor charges, if any, or any other expenses. For further information concerning export, please contact Columbia ParCar Corp, 1115 Commercial Ave., Reedsburg, WI 53959 U.S.A.
  • Page 38 RECORD OF SERVICE HISTORY Date Dealer Concern Repair _________ _____________ ___________________ _______________________ _________ _____________ ___________________ _______________________ _________ _____________ ___________________ _______________________ _________ _____________ ___________________ _______________________ _________ _____________ ___________________ _______________________ _________ _____________ ___________________ _______________________ _________ _____________ ___________________ _______________________ DEALER INFORMATION Name: ________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________ City/State: ________________________________________...
  • Page 39 ADDITIONAL NOTES ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ SU5-S/L Page 38...
  • Page 40 1115 Commercial Avenue • Reedsburg, WI 53959 Phone: (608) 524-8888 • Fax: (608) 524-8380 (800) 222-4653 • Web: www.columbiausa.com SU5-S/L 2016...

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