Columbia ParCar P4G Service Manual page 7

Notes, Cautions, Warnings And Dangers
Warning
Caution
Note
Danger
Only trained maintenance professionals should repair or service this vehicle. Persons
doing even simple repairs or service should have working knowledge and experience in
general electrical and mechanical repair. Follow all procedures exactly and observe all
warnings stated in this manual. Use caution and common sense.
Proper service and repair is important for safe, reliable operation of all Columbia ParCar
vehicles. The service procedures recommended and described in this service manual are
effective methods for performing service operations. Some of these service operations
require the use of tools specially designed for this purpose. These special tools should be
used when and as recommended.
Moving parts hazard! When operating any vehicle in a stationary position, avoid spinning
clutches, belts, and wheels which could snag clothing or cause severe injury to body parts.
A running vehicle must be worked on with the greatest care. Use caution and common
sense.
Working on Columbia ParCar vehicles without following proper procedures and using
proper lifting equipment may result in vehicle damage or personal injury. See Lifting
Instructions in Chapter 2 for detailed instructions.
Failure to maintain vehicle properly could result in decreased vehicle performance,
reliability or cause severe personal injury.
Always, wear safety glasses or approved eye protection while servicing vehicle. Wear a full
face shield when working with batteries.
Exceeding rated vehicle load capacities could result in possible severe injury or property
damage.
The modification of golf cars for use in other than golf play is not recommended.
Cautions appear throughout this manual indicating possible hazards or unsafe
practices that may result in minor personal injury, damage to vehicles or property.
Notes appear throughout this manual to provide key information to assure procedures are
more easily understood or implemented.
GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLES
Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain conditions. When
refueling or servicing gasoline-powered vehicles, always, stop engine. Do not smoke, and
keep away from open flame or sparks.
DO NOT operate when the smell of gasoline is present or other explosive conditions exist
which could result in severe personal injury or death.
DO NOT operate vehicle in an enclosed area without proper ventilation. Engines produce
carbon monoxide, which is a colorless, odorless and deadly gas.
BATTERY - Is poisonous! Contains acid which causes severe burns! Avoid contact with skin,
eyes or clothing.
ALL VEHICLES
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