Club Car XRT 850 Owner's Manual page 29

To ensure safe operation of the vehicle, follow exactly and in order, all of the following procedures. Read and
understand all instructions prior to driving the vehicle.
STARTING THE VEHICLE
1. Read safety and information decals located on the vehicle.
2. Study and understand controls.
3. Make sure load is secure.
4. Make sure everyone is seated and holding onto hand holds or handrails. Driver should have both hands
on the steering wheel.
5. Make sure wheels are turned in desired direction and that nothing is obstructing vehicle's path.
6. Pedal-start vehicles: Start the vehicle.
6.1. Turn the key to the ON position.
6.2. Select direction by placing the Forward/Reverse handle or switch in the desired position (F = Forward
or R = Reverse). A buzzer will sound as a warning when the Forward/Reverse handle or switch is in
the REVERSE position.
6.3. Slowly press the accelerator pedal. The park brake will release automatically and the vehicle will start to
move. As the accelerator pedal is pressed, speed will increase until full speed is reached. See following
WARNING and NOTE.
WARNING
• Stop the vehicle before shifting the Forward/Reverse handle or switch. Failure to do so can result in
injury to inattentive passengers and (or) damage to the vehicle.
• Operator must control vehicle speed when going downhill.
Electric vehicles only:
• Pedal down or pedal up motor braking may be used to help control speed when going downhill;
however, steep terrain or other conditions may require that pedal braking be used in conjunction with
motor braking.
Gasoline vehicles only:
• Press the brake pedal as necessary and partially press the accelerator when descending a hill. With
the accelerator pedal partially pressed, the governor will cause the engine to assist the brakes in
controlling downhill speed.
STOPPING THE VEHICLE
WARNING
• Driving through water may affect the brakes. After driving through water, check effectiveness of the
brakes by gently pressing the brake pedal. If the vehicle does not slow down at the normal rate,
continue to press the brake pedal until the brakes dry out and normal performance returns.
• After stopping the vehicle, firmly set the park brake until it is fully engaged and prevents the vehicle
from rolling.
XRT 850 Electric and Gasoline Vehicle Owner's Manual
Driving Instructions
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