Transporting Pets - Taylor-Dunn B-210 Operator's Manual

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Emergency Stop Switch

Optional. This vehicle may be equipped with an optional Emergency Stop Switch. The switch is

a large red mushroom shaped knob that will be within reach of the driver. The actual mounting

location may vary depending on the vehicle configuration.

The Emergency Stop Switch should be used if the vehicle starts to operate in an unexpected

manner or if there is an odor or sound that may indicate an overloaded electrical circuit. If any

of the above occurs, immediately and safely pull to the side of the road and stop. Then push

on the switch knob and exit the vehicle. Do not reengage the switch until the vehicle has been

inspected by a qualified technician.

The Emergency Stop Switch should only be activated if the vehicle must be immediately stopped.

Do not use the switch when only parking the vehicle.

Stopping

WARNING

Brakes contaminated with water or mud may not work properly until dried out.

ALWAYS test brake operation immediately after driving through puddles or mud. Failure

to test brake operation may result in the inability to stop in an emergency causing in

severe personal injury and/or property damage.

Release the throttle pedal and use your right foot to press the brake pedal. The amount of force

required to stop the vehicle will vary depending on the environment and load on the vehicle.

Unless in an emergency, do not turn the start witch OFF until the vehicle has come to a complete

stop. This vehicle may be equipped with an optional electromagnetic park brake. Turning the

start switch OFF will immediately engage the brake and abruptly stop the vehicle. If this is done

while is still in motion then it will result in accelerated wear of the park brake.

This vehicle is equipped with regenerative (regen) braking. Regen braking uses the stored energy

of the moving vehicle to generate electricity. The generation of electricity slows the vehicle down

and the power generated is put back into the batteries increasing the driving time of your vehicle.

There is more than one regenerative braking mode. The mode used depends on the current

driving conditions as follows:

• While Coasting:

• Changing Direction: The Direction Regen mode is selected when the direction of the

Parking

1. Bring the vehicle to a stop at an authorized parking space.

2. Place the Direction Control switch in the center OFF position.

3. Turn the start switch OFF.

4. Firmly set the parking brake.

5. Remove the key from the Start switch. The driver should keep the key in his/her possession.

Note: If parking this vehicle on an incline, turn the wheels to the curb, or block the wheels.