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OWNER'S MANUAL
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IMPORTANT!
BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR XEBRA ZAPCAR® PLEASE READ THE
ENTIRE
MANUAL CAREFULLY
®
Care and Feeding of Your Xebra
DO NOT PLACE MORE THAN 500 POUNDS -INCLUDING PASSENGERS- IN THE VEHICLE.
BALANCE THE LOAD SINCE THIS IS A THREE WHEEL VEHICLE.
DO NOT TOW THE VEHICLE WITH WHEELS TOUCHING THE GROUND.
IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT THE OPERATION OF THIS VEHICLE, YOU SHOULD CONSULT YOUR AUTHORIZED DEALER.
IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT THAT YOU FOLLOW THE SAFETY GUIDELINES CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL IN ORDER TO ENSURE MAXIMUM
SAFETY.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE STANDARDS OUTLINED IN THIS MANUAL COULD RESULT IN FIRE AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY.
ZAP IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR INJURIES CAUSED BY UNSAFE OR FAULTY REPAIRS, OR ALTERATIONS. ANY REPAIRS MADE TO THIS
PRODUCT BY UNAUTHORIZED SERVICE TECHNICIANS ARE THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER.
PLEASE DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES IN A LAWFUL MANNER.
© ZAP 2008 All Rights Reserved. US Patents D550,588(Sedan) / D555, 043 (Truck)
501 Fourth Street, Santa Rosa, CA 95401 USA
www.zapworld.com
xebra@zapworld.com
Stock Symbol: ZAAP
1(800)251-4555
JANUARY 2009
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  • Page 1 FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE STANDARDS OUTLINED IN THIS MANUAL COULD RESULT IN FIRE AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY. ZAP IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR INJURIES CAUSED BY UNSAFE OR FAULTY REPAIRS, OR ALTERATIONS. ANY REPAIRS MADE TO THIS PRODUCT BY UNAUTHORIZED SERVICE TECHNICIANS ARE THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Owner’s Manual QUICK GUIDE TO XEBRA DRIVING The Xebra is technically a motorcycle and should be driven in a similar manner to a motorcycle. This means gradual turns and no sudden, sharp turns. Check with your local DMV laws to ensure compliance with license requirements. To Drive: 1.

  • Page 3: Unique Features

    Owner’s Manual UNIQUE FEATURES Xebra Sedan Panel INSTRUMENT PANEL There are three main components of the instrument panel, the speedometer, the voltage meter and the ammeter ( speedometer and voltage meter only on the ZAPTRUCK) The inner dial of the speedometer indicates speed in MILES per hour, the outer in KILOMETERS per hour.

  • Page 4: Frontand Rear Deck Lids

    Do not slam it. Rough handling can cause damage to the latch and/or body. Owner’s Manual The following parts and components are Not intended to be serviced by the user, only a ZAP-trained technician. Any repairs or alterations made to the vehicle WILL VOID THE WARRANTY! DRIVE MOTOR The Xebra's rear wheels are powered by a 72VDC brushed series wound drive motor rated at 5 KW.

  • Page 5: Dc To Dc Converter

    MPG= (miles traveled X 30) / kWh A typical value is about 150 mpg. An inexpensive watt hour meter (Kill A Watt, PN 9034) can be purchased from your dealer or ZAP. This will give you the kWh part of the above equation. To calculate the cost per mile, use the following formula: Cost per mile = (kWh X cost per kWh) / miles driven A typical value is $.02 per mile at $.10 per kWh, or about $.47 per charge.

  • Page 6: Checking Battery Voltage

    4.75kWh or higher. The ZAP warehouse in Santa Rosa, California will accept old battery packs. Or you can drop them off at your local hazardous waste disposal facility, most Interstate Battery distributors or any other battery recycler (see Recycling Batteries).
  • Page 7 Owner’s Manual Until the better battery arrives, here are some things you can do to extend your range. * IMPORTANT: Charge your batteries ALL THE WAY! If you are plugging into a 110 volt 20 amp circuit, it can take up to 12 hours to charge batteries that are 100% discharged.

  • Page 8: Maintenance

    Owner’s Manual MAINTENANCE GEAR BOX OIL After 500 miles you will want to change the oil in the gear box. 1) Remove the square head drain plug at the bottom of the gear box and drain the oil into a pan. Be careful how much torque you put on the bolts, the plug bolts are made of a semi-soft metal and you don't want to strip them.

  • Page 9: Mirrors

    Owner’s Manual MIRRORS The rear view mirror on the windshield should be set so that you can comfortably see behind the vehicle. It is recommended that you have a point of reference behind the vehicle so that you can properly see other vehicles or obstructions such as poles, fire hydrants or bicycles.

  • Page 10: Driving Safely

    Owner’s Manual DRIVING SAFELY There are four seat belts installed in your Xebra. It is both unsafe and illegal to place more than one person in a single seat belt. It is very important to wear them at all times, even for a drive down the block. Follow seatbelt laws as with any other vehicle. Note that the rear seats do not have lap belts.
  • Page 11 Owner’s Manual ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING THE XEBRA PICKUP (ZAPTRUCK) The ZAPTRUCK weight capacity is 500 lbs including passengers. The Gross Vehicle Weights and shipping weights can be found on page 30. Most of the components in the ZAPTRUCK are identical to those described in the Sedan Manual. The locations vary somewhat. PARKING BRAKE The parking brake is located to the right of the driver's seat, between the driver and passenger.

  • Page 12: Safety Warnings

    Owner’s Manual BATTERY WARNINGS 1. To reduce the risk of injury, use only batteries provided or recommended by ZAP. Other batteries may explode causing personal injury and damage. 2. DO NOT PLACE THE BATTERY NEAR FIRE OR HEAT. It could explode.
  • Page 13 Owner’s Manual OPERATIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS 1. Keep hands, face, feet, and long hair away from all moving parts. 2. Do not touch the wheels while they are rotating. 3. Be alert. To prevent injury to yourself and to others, do not operate your Xebra if you are fatigued or on medication. 4.
  • Page 14 Owner’s Manual 2. WHAT IS NOT COVERED Normal wear and tear items such as the charger plug and receptacle, seats, windshield wiper blades, trim pieces, fuses, decals (except safety decals), brake pads, brushes, bushings, light bulbs, mats and pads, cosmetic deterioration, and items which deteriorate or fail due to exposure;...
  • Page 15 We recommend discussing the issue with your authorized dealer's service manager or owner. If further assistance is required, please submit your complaint in writing to: ZAP, Customer Service Department, 501 Fourth Street,Santa Rosa, CA 95401 USA. Xebra@zapworld.com (707) 525-8658.
  • Page 16 Xebra ZAPTRUCK Pickup ZAP ALIAS Visit your local dealership or www.zapworld.com For shareholder information, ask your broker about ZAP (stock symbol ZAAP). Owner’s Manual January 2009 Dear Electric Xebra Enthusiast, Thank you and congratulations on purchasing the ultimate clean air vehicle! The Xebra is the first of its kind. To our knowledge it is the world's only affordable electric vehicle that meets federal standards and goes over 25 miles an hour.

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