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Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Magellan: Magellan 2-AC, Magellan 2+2-AC, Magellan 4-AC and Magellan 4+2-AC...
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Thanks for buying the Star EV Magellan. This manual contains infor- mation you will need for proper operation, maintenance, and care of your Magellan. A thorough understanding of these simple instructions will help you to obtain maximum enjoyment from your new Star EV.
• Read this Owner’s/Operator’s manual and all safety and instruction labels on the golf car before operating. • Do not allow more than one occupants per seat. The different vehicles are restricted to different numbers of occupants unless equipped with a rear seat.
explosion could occur.) • Use only properly insulated tools when working on electrically powered golf cars and around batteries. • Maintain all safety devices including brakes, steering mechanisms, and warning devices in a safe operating condition. Do not modify these safety devices as supplied by the manufacturer.
along with the golf course safety rules, in a conspicuous place near the golf car rent- al area or golf car pick-up area. It is also recommended that the following warning be posted in a conspicuous location. Golf Course Safety Perform safety surveys regularly to identify hazardous areas where golf cars should not be operated.
els requirement, as well as requirements for the use of explosion proof electrical apparatus. Maintenance required for Golf Car Safety Preventative Maintenance: Perform all scheduled maintenance in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations to provide the golfing patron with a safe, prop- erly operating golf car.
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Parking Brake: Press down on the brake pedal to stop the golf car after releasing the accelerator pedal. Your Magellan is equipped with an electromechanical parking brake. It will engage automatically when car is at a complete stop or key switch is in OFF position.
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suddenly cause the golf car to move. The drive select switch is used to shift the golf car into forward or reverse. After com- ing to a complete stop, move the lever to the desired position. Switch Position Car Movement Forward Reverse None...
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WARNING: The parking brake will automatically release when the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal is depressed. To release the parking brake manually, insert two M5 bolts on the back of the motor as shown. Two M5x45mm bolts and an Allen key are in a plastic bag in the battery compartment.
• Pedal operation: Check the following pedal controls for proper operation. If a pedal does not work properly, consult a Star EV dealer. Make sure the brake pedal feels firm when pressed and returns to its original position when re- leased.
Operation Learn the controls of the vehicle. Make sure every occupant remains seated. Read the warnings on the indicator board. Make sure the steering wheel works well. Turn the main switch to ON. Check that your path is clear. Turn the drive select switch to FWD for forward, or REV for reverse. Slowly depress the accelerator pedal, and the locked parking brake will automatically release.
5: Maintenance Periodic Maintenance Chart Regular maintenance is required for the best performance and safe operation of your golf car. Be sure the main switch is off and the parking brake is engaged when you perform maintenance unless otherwise specified. If the owner is not familiar with machine servicing, this work should be done by a Star EV dealer or other qual- ified mechanics.
Check transaxle oil level and inspect for leakage Check pedal stop operation and adjust if necessary Replace transaxle oil Inspect internal wet brake and replace pads if necessary Battery Care WARNING: Battery electrolyte is poisonous, dangerous, and can cause severe burns.
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Temperature Satisfactory Uncorrected Hydrometer Reading °F °C 48.9 1.244 43.3 1.248 37.8 1.252 32.2 1.256 26.7 1.260 21.1 1.264 15.6 1.268 10.0 1.272 1.276 -1.1 1.280 Battery Charging WARNING: Read and understand the owner’s manual provided with your golf car’s battery charger before charging batteries.
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With the charger properly connected and grounded (see charger’s owner’s manual), insert the DC output plug into the golf car receptacle. Do not connect the AC with the golf car directly. CAUTION: Use only battery chargers that are rated for use with 48-volt Star EV Golf Cars.
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This manual tries to be as sound and elaborate as possible in literal and figurative description as well as technical description on the ba- sis of existing data. At the same time, JH Global reserves the right to alter the content of this manual and this manual is subject to change without prior notice;...
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STAR EV, a brand of JH Global Services, Inc. 378 Neely Ferry Road | Simpsonville, SC 29680 www.starev.com...
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