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  • Page 1 ADDA X MT15n User manual...
  • Page 3 APS.DC.09005.03.EN 1. THE ADDAX WARRANTY ADDAX MOTORS S.A. offers a warranty on every new ADDAX vehicle sold and used in the European countries referred to in Section 1.2, up to the time and mileage limits set out below. Every authorised ADDAX distributor/repairer will repair or replace the parts and components described below free of charge if they exhibit a material or manufacturing fault.
  • Page 4 The ADDAX Parts and Accessories Warranty is valid for a period of one year from the date of fitting, regardless if the part is replaced under warranty or not and regardless if the cost of the part is paid partially or in full by the customer.
  • Page 5 ADDAX vehicle. 2.5 ADDAX PARTS AND ACCESSORIES ADDAX parts and accessories are designed by or for ADDAX and are intended for use with ADDAX vehicles. Only original ADDAX parts and accessories provide safe use and lower costs. The ADDAX Parts and Accessories Warranty only covers ADDAX parts and accessories.
  • Page 6 2.8 OUR PROMISE All faults covered by the warranty will be repaired by an authorised ADDAX distributor/repairer, with no parts or labour charges to be borne by the customer, up until expiry of the warranty as indicated in this document.
  • Page 7 OF ADDAX MOTORS NV: Addax®, Addax MT10®, Addax MT15®, Addax MTN®, Addax MT15n® Copyright 2015-2020 Addax Motors nv. All information contained within this publication is based on the latest product information at the time of publication. Due to constant improvements in the design...

  • Page 9: We Lco M E

    WE LCO M E Thank you for choosing Addax. We would like to congratulate you on your new purchase of the MT15n Model and entering into the life of electric utility vehicles. In this manual, we will help you to...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    TA B LE O F CONTE NTS W E LC O M E ................5 TA B LE O F C O N T E N T S ..
  • Page 11 O CC U PA N T PR OT E C T I O N ............. 2 5 01. SEAT BELTS ..............................25 FA S T E N I N G T H E S E AT B E LT S R E L E A S I N G T H E S E AT B E LT S 02.
  • Page 12 I G N I T I O N A N D D R I V I N G ............3 6 01. IGNITION ..............................36 PA R K B R A K E DA M AG I N G T H E M OTO R BY TOW I N G O R P U S H I N G S TA R T I N G A N D S TO P P I N G T H E V E H I C L E H O R N...
  • Page 13 O P E R AT I N G T H E T R I P M E T E R M A I N B AT T E RY I N D I C ATO R C U R R E N T S P E E D M A X I M U M S P E E D L I M I T E R 02.

  • Page 14: P R Ot E C T I N G T H E E N V I R O N M E N

    PROTEC TI N G TH E E NVI RON M E NT We play our part in protecting the environment. Addax Motors pursues a constant search for using the most ecological components, procedures and disposables. Your correct use of the vehicle and appropriate cleaning, lubrication and disposal of...

  • Page 15: Wa R N I N G

    WA R N I N GS WA R N I N G: Read and understand all safety warnings and all in- structions. Not following the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock and/or serious injury. Carefully read the instructions for the safe operation of the vehicle.

  • Page 17: Pr O D U C T Sa F E T

    PRO D UC T SA F E T Y IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE: 1. Safe Operation Practices and Training • Read the instructions carefully. This vehicle handles differently than other vehicles. Make sure you understand the instructions and be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the vehicle.
  • Page 18 • Always switch off the vehicle when you do not intend to use it. Addax vehicles can only move when the ignition key is switched on and either forward or backward direction has been selected, and the handbrake is released.
  • Page 19 • Recharge only with the charger specified by Addax. Do not use any charger other than that specifically provided for use with the equipment. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may not be appropriate for another battery pack.

  • Page 21: I Ntro D Uc Ti On

    It contains instructions for minor daily maintenance, but is not useable for periodical or major repairs. These should be referred to in the Addax Service Manual and always performed only by a duly authorized Addax distributor or a certified technician.

  • Page 22: About This Vehicle

    02. ABOUT THIS VEHICLE This vehicle complies with the European Transportation Regulations (N1 vehicle regulations) and shall only be operated on roads without minimum speed limits. Please check local laws and regulations concerning the operation of electrical vehicles. 03. VEHICLE INFORMATION NUMBER (VIN) Please locate and write down your vehicle’s identification numbers as well as the key numbers.

  • Page 23: Register Your Vehicle

    This registration activates directly your product warranty and gives you access to a digital version of your vehicle documents and maintenance plan. In addition, it enables you to make use of additional customer features and helps Addax Motors and our authorized resellers to provide you with the most qualitative and efficient customer service.

  • Page 24: Vin And Key Details

    06. VIN AND KEY DETAILS Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): Vehicle Model Type: Door and Key Number (please read on the key): Optional Lock Type and Key Number (please read on the key): Date and Place Purchased: 07. SYMBOLS GLOSSARY WA R N I N G SY M BO L You risk death or serious injury to yourself and others if you do not follow the instructions highlighted by the warning symbol.

  • Page 25: S Pa R E Pa R T S

    Your vehicle has been built to the highest standards using quality parts. We recommend you to demand the use of genuine Addax Motors parts whenever your vehicle requires scheduled maintenance or repair. You can clearly identify genuine Addax Motors parts by looking for the Addax brand on the parts or their packaging.

  • Page 26: At A G L A N C

    AT A G L A N C E 01. INSTRUMENTAL PANEL Figure 5 – Lower instrument panel overview - left-hand drive – A — Left steering wheel lever B — Steering wheel C — Ignition key D — Right steering wheel lever E —...

  • Page 27: Figure 6 - Lower Instrument Panel Overview

    Figure 6 – Lower instrument panel overview Figure 6 – Lower instrument panel overview A — Forward / Reverse switch B — Hazard switch C — Lock and unlocking doors switch D — Information display E — Cigarette lighter F — Front windshield heating switch...

  • Page 28: Upper Console

    02. UPPER CONSOLE – Figure 7 – Upper console overview A — Radio / rear view camera (Option) B — Interior light C — Switch beacon (Option) D — Control instruments for other options E — Sun visor...

  • Page 29: O Cc U Pa N T Pr Ot E C T I O

    OCC U PA NT PROTEC TI ON 01. SEAT BELTS Driver and passenger must wear their seat belts when driving. Always make sure the seat belts are secured for both occupants before starting. Driving this vehicle without wearing the seat belt increases the risk of injury in case of accident or sudden stop.

  • Page 30: Fas T E N I N G T H E S E At B E Lt S

    FAS T E N I N G T H E S E AT B E LT S 1. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor, position the shoulder strap of the seat belt over the center of your shoulder and position the lap strap tightly across your hips.

  • Page 31: Seats

    02. SEATS Do not adjust the seats when the vehicle is moving. When you use them properly, the seat, head restraint and seat belt will provide optimum protection in the event of a collision. S IT TI N G I N T H E C O R R E C T P O S ITI O N We recommend: 1.

  • Page 32: Accessories And Modifications

    Adding accessories may change the handling characteristics of the vehicle. Use only Addax original parts and accessories, and seek information on their effect on the driving behavior of your vehicle. Always use the recommended size and type of tyres and always maintain the recommended tyre pressure as specified on the tyres safety labels.

  • Page 33: O P E R At I O

    O PE R ATI ON Always make sure that the handbrake is set and that the ignition keys are removed when you leave the vehicle unattended. One must always make sure that arms, legs and any apparels or tools taken with the driver or the passenger are kept inside the cab frame while the vehicle is in operation.

  • Page 34: Windscreen Wiper And Nozzle

    02. WINDSCREEN WIPER AND NOZZLE Do not operate wiper in dry weather conditions. The blade is very sensitive and may be damaged if operated on dirt, mist or flies without water or washing liquid windscreen. Replace the wiper blade as soon as it begins to leave bands of water and traces. Otherwise, the rain water and dirt will not be properly removed on the windscreen.

  • Page 35: W I N D S C R E E N N Oz Z L E

    W I N D S C R E E N N O Z Z L E Do not operate the windscreen nozzle for more than five seconds. Avoid to operate it when the reservoir is empty: fill the reservoir with water and appropriate windscreen soap before operating it again.

  • Page 36: P O S I T I O N L A M

    P O S I T I O N L A M P Position lamp will illuminate when ignition is off and the lighting control lever is on position C (see Figure 11 - Left steering wheel lever). DAY TI M E R U N N I N G L A M PS The daytime lamps will illuminate when the ignition is on and the lighting control lever is on position B (see Figure 11 - Left steering wheel...
  • Page 37 FO G L A M PS One should only use the fog lamp in dark or very severe conditions causing visibility to be considerably restricted by rain, snow or fog. One should not use the fog lamps when the visibility is more than 50 meters. The rear fog lamp will illuminate when the ignition is on and the lighting control lever is on position D.

  • Page 38: Interior Lighting

    04. INTERIOR LIGHTING I N T E R I O R L I G H T I N G Figure 13 - Interior light switch The interior lighting possibilities are the following: A — Reading/courtesy lamp B — Interior light off C —...

  • Page 39: Windows And Mirrors

    06. WINDOWS AND MIRRORS E X T E R I O R M I R RO RS Make sure you do not overestimate the distance from and to the objects that you are looking at through the mirror. The objects that you look through convex mirrors can most of the time appear further or smaller than they actually are.

  • Page 40: I G N I T I O N A N D D R I V I N

    I G N ITI ON A N D D R IVI N G 01. IGNITION One should always make sure before each use to inspect and check that the vehicle is in safe condition before driving it, and in any case follow all inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the user manual.

  • Page 41: M Ag I N G T H E M Oto R By Tow I N G O R Pu S H I N G

    DA M AG I N G T H E M OTO R BY TOW I N G O R PU S H I N G To prevent damage you must never push or tow your vehicle on long distances. If in case of emergency towing is unavoidable, it is possible to tow the vehicle maximum 20 meter at very low speed (max 5 km/h).

  • Page 42: H O R

    1. Fully press the brake pedal. 2. Before turning the ignition key, be sure the selector lever is in neutral mode, by selecting the position B (see Figure 14 – Forward / Reverse switch). 3. Turn the key on the second position 4.

  • Page 43: Driving

    Driving a damaged vehicle increases the risk of accident. After being involved in any impact, accident or overturn, please request your local authorized Addax reseller to carefully check the vehicle for possible damage on all critical parts such as brakes, accelerator, suspension, steering, battery, electronical controller and any other part that may have been affected.

  • Page 44: Loa D Ca R Ry I N G

    Never carry loads on the roof of the cargo box if it is not properly equipped with genuine Addax equipment. LOA D CA R RY I N G 1.

  • Page 45: Charging The Battery

    03. CHARGING THE BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with the most modern lithium-iron-phosphate batteries. They do not require any specific care such as fully discharging them before recharging. The batteries allow both full and partial recharging cycles. You should therefore plug the vehicle to charge your car as soon as you leave it parked next to a plug for more than an hour.
  • Page 46 This time can go up to 10 hours if the charger is in balancing phase. ADDAX recommends one full charge cycle every day. In case it is impossible to charge the battery daily, it is mandatory to charge the battery at least 8 consecutive hours each week! The vehicle cannot be driven while the batteries are charging.

  • Page 47: Towing A Trailer

    04. TOWING A TRAILER Do not exceed the maximum gross train weight stated on the Certificate of Conformity. One should place the loads as low and as central to the axle(s) of the trailer as possible. When towing with an unloaded vehicle, the load in the trailer should be placed towards the nose, within the maximum nose load, to give the best possible stability.

  • Page 48: P O S I T I O N L I G H T I N D I C Ato

    P O S ITI O N LI G H T I N D I CATO R It will illuminate when you switch the position light on. R E A R FO G L A M P I N D I CATO R It will illuminate when you switch the rear fog lamp on.

  • Page 49: Audible Warnings And Indicators

    06. AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS An audible warning signal will beep when you switch reverse to alert you and the people outside the vehicle. AVAS (AC O U S TI C V E H I C L E A L E R TI N G SYS T E M) For the safety of the pedestrians, an audible warning sound will beep when the vehicle is driving from 0 to 30 km/h.

  • Page 50: C O N V E N I E N C

    CONVE N I E N C E 01. INFORMATION DISPLAYS For road safety reason, you should set the functions only when the vehicle is stationary and parked in a safe place. M A I N M E N U Figure 16 - Overview of the main menu displays C O N T RO L S Use the push button control B for at least 2 seconds (see Figure 16 - Overview of the main...

  • Page 51: T R I P M E T E R

    M A X I M U M S PE E D LI M IT E R Upon request the maximum speed may be limited to protect the occupants of the vehicle or the people walking or driving in the surroundings. Please contact you Addax local reseller. 02. STEREO AUDIO SYSTEM (OPTIONAL) The optional stereo system is mounted in the dash and features speakers, FM radio, MP3 capabilities and Bluetooth functionality: refer to your stereo system’s user manual for...

  • Page 52: B Lu E To Ot H S E T U P

    B LU E TO OT H S E T U P Before you can use your telephone with your vehicle it must be connected to the optional vehicle stereo audio system. C O N N E C T A N OT H E R B LU E TO OT H PH O N E To connect a new Bluetooth phone, refer to the separate stereo audio system manual, in the section describing the requirements for a Bluetooth connection.

  • Page 53: Ac Ti Vati N G T H E R E A R V I E W Ca M E R A

    AC TI VATI N G T H E R E A R V I E W CA M E R A The camera may be unable to detect and display obstacles or objects that are close to the vehicle. Whenever the ignition is switched on, switching reverse will light on the camera and an image will be displayed on the screen.

  • Page 54: Convenience Features

    06. CONVENIENCE FEATURES F RO N T S TO R AG E C O M PA R T M E N T C O M B I N E D W IT H C U P H O L D E RS Do not place hot drinks in the cup holders when the vehicle is in motion.

  • Page 55: M A I N T E N A N C

    One should never perform service on the electric drive system, battery pack (unless for external battery inspection) if not certified and trained to work on Addax electrical vehicles. Your certified Addax dealer can provide battery-related service. Make sure you insulate any tools that may be used within or in the neighbourhood of the battery pack in order to prevent short-circuiting the battery cells or wiring, causing potential sparks or explosion.

  • Page 56: General Information

    02. GENERAL INFORMATION Addax recommends to have your vehicle regularly serviced to maintain its roadworthiness and resale value. Addax Certified Resellers are there to help you with their professional servicing expertise. We believe that their specially trained technicians are best qualified to service your vehicle properly and expertly.

  • Page 57: Tyre Pressure

    04. TYRE PRESSURE Operating this vehicle with improper tyres or with improper or unbalanced tyre pressure could cause loss of control or accident. Always use the size and type of tyres specified for your vehicle. If you change the diameter of the tyres from that fitted at the factory, the speedometer may not display the correct speed.

  • Page 58: Fuse Box

    Do not modify the electrical system of your vehicle in any way. Any repair to the electrical system and/or any replacement of relays and/or high current fuses should be carried out by properly trained Addax technicians. In order to change a fuse, switch the ignition and all electrical equipment off. Then carefully...

  • Page 59: Figure 21 - Fuse Box Layout Model

    Figure 21 - Fuse box layout model...

  • Page 60: Figure 22 - Fusebox Layout Model 2

    Figure 22 - Fuse box layout model 2...

  • Page 61: Figure 23 - Overview Fuses 12V Mtn

    Figure 23 - Overview fuses 12V MT15n...

  • Page 62: Changing Lamp

    To change a LED lamp, the whole device needs to be replaced. We recommend that you ask your Addax certified reseller for the genuine spare part or ask him to replace it for you. For LED devices warranty may be void if opened.

  • Page 63: The 12-Volt Battery

    In order to tow the vehicle, make sure you carefully tight the vehicle at the towing point (see Figure 24 - Towing point) and tow the vehicle on a trailer for only a very short distance (maximum 20 meters) and at a very low speed (maximum 5 km/h). 08.

  • Page 64: R E M Ov I N G A Roa D W H E E L

    Figure 25 – Front and rear jacking points R E M OV I N G A ROA D W H E E L Park your vehicle in such a position that neither the traffic nor you are hindered or endangered. 1.

  • Page 65: I N S Ta L Li N G A Roa D W H E E L

    I N S TA L LI N G A ROA D W H E E L Use only approved wheel and tyre sizes. Using other sizes could damage the vehicle and will make the Road certification invalid. Make sure that there is no lubrication (grease or oil) on the threads or the interface between wheel studs and nuts.

  • Page 66: Using Winter Tyres

    10. USING WINTER TYRES Make sure that you use the correct wheel nuts for the type of wheel the winter tyres are fitted to. If winter tyres are used, make sure that the tyre pressures are correct. 11. ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY Your vehicle has been tested and certified to comply with European legislations relating to electromagnetic compatibility.
  • Page 67 TA B LE O F F I G U R E S Figure 1 – VIN label ......................18 Figure 2 – VIN plate ......................18 Figure 3 – VIN label details ..................... 19 Figure 4 - Left- and right –hand ..................21 Figure 5 –...

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