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SAFETY
Read all of Section A and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings
6. MAINTENANCE
6.1. Introduction
6.1.1. Golf cars may become hazardous if maintenance
is neglected or improperly performed. Therefore mainte­
nance facilities, trained personnel and procedures in
accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations
should be provided by the controlling party.
6.2. Preventive Maintenance
A regularly scheduled inspection and preventive mainte­
nance program in accordance with the manufacturer's
recommendations should be established. Such a pro­
gram will be a valuable tool in providing the golfing patron
with a safe, properly operating golf car and thereby help
to avoid accidents.
6.2.1. Personnel
Only qualified, trained and authorized personnel shall be
permitted to inspect, adjust and maintain golf cars.
6.2.2. Parts and Materials
Only manufacturer's recommended replacement parts
and materials shall be used.
6.2.3. Ventilation
Maintenance and storage areas shall be properly venti­
lated to avoid fire hazards in accordance with applicable
fire codes and ordinances.
6.2.3.1. Ventilation for gasoline powered golf cars shall
be provided to remove flammable vapors, fumes and
other flammable materials. Consult applicable fire codes
for specific levels of ventilation.
6.2.3.2. Ventilation for electric powered golf cars shall
be provided to remove the accumulation of flammable
hydrogen gas emitted during the charging process. The
amount of hydrogen gas emitted depends upon a num­
ber of factors such as the condition of the batteries, the
output rate of the battery charger and the amount of time
the batteries are on charge. Hydrogen emissions are
generally considered to be in the area of 10 to 20 cubic
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liters per car per charge. Because of the highly volatile
nature of hydrogen gas and its propensity to rise and
accumulate at the ceiling in pockets, a minimum of 5 air
changes per hour is recommended. The controlling party
shall consult applicable fire and safety codes for the spe­
cific ventilation levels required as well as the use of
explosion proof electrical apparatus.
6.2.4. Maintenance Procedures
All maintenance shall be performed in accordance with
the manufacturer's recommended maintenance proce­
dures as outlined in the manufacturer's operation and
service manuals.
6.2.5. Maintenance Safety Procedures
All maintenance shall be performed in accordance with
the manufacturer's recommended safety procedures as
outlined in the manufacturer's operation and service
manuals. The following list of recommended safety pro­
cedures are general in nature and in no way supersede
the manufacturer's specific instructions.
6.2.5.1. Follow manufacturer's instructions for immobi­
lizing golf car before beginning any maintenance.
6.2.5.2. Block chassis before working underneath golf
car.
6.2.5.3. Before disconnecting any part of the fuel sys­
tem, drain the system and turn all shut off valves to the
'OFF' position to prevent leakage or accumulation of
flammable fuels in the work area.
6.2.5.4. Avoid fire hazards and have fire protection
equipment available.
6.2.5.5. Before performing any maintenance on an elec­
tric golf car, disable the electrical system in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
6.2.5.6. Use only properly insulated tools when working
on electrically powered golf cars or around batteries.
6.2.5.7. Brakes, steering mechanisms, warning devices,
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