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TXT ELECTRIC OWNER'S GUIDE
613272
ISSUED DECEMBER 2009
REVISED JUNE 2012

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  • Page 1 TXT ELECTRIC OWNER’S GUIDE 613272 ISSUED DECEMBER 2009 REVISED JUNE 2012...
  • Page 2: Safety

    S A F E T Y For any questions on material contained in this manual, contact an authorized representative for clarification. Read and understand all labels located on the vehicle. Always replace any damaged or missing labels. On steep hills it is possible for vehicles to coast at greater than normal speeds encountered on a flat surface. To prevent loss of vehicle control and possible serious injury, speeds should be limited to no more than the maximum speed on level ground.
  • Page 3 These are the original instructions as defined by 2006/42/EC. TO CONTACT US NORTH AMERICA: TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE & WARRANTY PHONE: 1-800-774-3946, FAX: 1-800-448-8124 SERVICE PARTS PHONE: 1-888-GET-EZGO (1-888-438-3946), FAX: 1-800-752-6175 INTERNATIONAL: SALES PHONE: 001-706-798-4311, FAX: 001-706-771-4609 E-Z-GO DIVISION OF TEXTRON INC., 1451 MARVIN GRIFFIN ROAD, AUGUSTA, GEORGIA USA 30906-3852 Page i Owner’s Guide...
  • Page 4: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION This vehicle has been designed and manufactured in the United States of America (USA) as a ‘World Vehicle’. The Standards and Specifications listed in the following text originate in the USA unless otherwise indicated. The use of non Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) approved parts may void the warranty.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY ........................Inside covers GENERAL INFORMATION .......................ii SAFETY INFORMATION ......................v LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS ....................ix BEFORE INITIAL USE ......................1 Fig. 1 Initial Service Chart ........................1 PORTABLE CHARGER INSTALLATION ......................1 Fig. 2 Charger Installation ........................2 Fig. 3 Charger Mounting .........................2 Fig.
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS BATTERIES AND CHARGING ....................15 SAFETY ................................15 BATTERY ................................. 15 BATTERY MAINTENANCE ..........................15 At Each Charging Cycle ..........................16 Monthly ................................ 16 Electrolyte Level and Water......................... 16 Fig. 15 Correct Electrolyte Level ......................16 Fig. 16 Water Purity Table ........................16 Fig.
  • Page 7: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. This manual has been designed to assist in maintaining the vehicle in accordance with procedures developed by the manufacturer. Adherence to these procedures and troubleshooting tips will ensure the best possible service from the product.
  • Page 8: General Operation

    SAFETY INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. Never modify the vehicle in any way that will alter the weight distribution of the vehicle, decrease its stability or increase the speed or extend the stopping distance beyond the factory specification. Such modifications can result in serious personal injury or death.
  • Page 9 SAFETY INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. The manufacturer cannot anticipate all situations, therefore people attempting to maintain or repair the vehicle must have the skill and experience to recognize and protect themselves from potential situations that could result in severe personal injury or death and damage to the vehicle.
  • Page 10 SAFETY INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. Notes: Page viii Owner’s Guide...
  • Page 11: Labels And Pictograms

    LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS Page - ix Owner’s Guide...
  • Page 12 LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS See Following Pages For Explanation 71145G01 74316G01 Of These Pictograms (43, 44, 45) 71123G02 74320G01 71129G02 74322G01 74443G01 74443G01 74074-G01 603872 Page - x Owner’s Guide...
  • Page 13 LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS See Following Pages For See Following Pages For Explanation Of Pictogram (49) Explanation Of Pictogram (30) WARNING WARNING Keep entire body Windshields do not inside car. provide protection from golf balls or other flying objects. 27652G01 28123G01 MAINTENANCE STORAGE TOWING - Always select...
  • Page 14 LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS WARNING WARNING READ MANUAL FOR MAXIMUM LOAD BED CAPACITY. MAXIMUM RAMP/HILL READ MANUAL SECURE LOAD AS FAR FORWARD XXX lbs. AS POSSIBLE. XXX kg MAXIMUM LOAD BED WARNING CAPACITY USE CAUTION IN INCLEMENT WEATHER DO NOT RIDE IN LOAD BED WARNING DO NOT OPERATE...
  • Page 15 LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS CLEAN UP GASOLINE SPILLS WITH DO NOT WATER BEFORE DISPOSE OF STARTING ENGINE BATTERIES IN LANDFILL UNLEADED GASOLINE DO NOT DO NOT DRIVE ON SPILL FUEL HIGHWAY ON A HOT ENGINE WINDSHIELDS GROUND DO NOT FUEL PUMP PROVIDE PROTECTION FROM...
  • Page 16 LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS HEADLIGHTS KEEP ARMS AND LEGS WITHIN VEHICLE UNLOCKED TO OPERATE VEHICLE IN FORWARD: Q TURN KEY TO ON Q MOVE DIRECTION SELECTOR TO FORWARD Q DEPRESS ACCELERATOR PEDAL LOCKED AND ACCELERATE SMOOTHLY TO OPERATE VEHICLE IN REVERSE: Q TURN KEY TO ON Q MOVE DIRECTION SELECTOR TO REVERSE...
  • Page 17: Before Initial Use

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. Thank you for purchasing this vehicle. Before driving the The vehicle batteries must be fully charged before initial vehicle, we ask you to spend some time reading this use.
  • Page 18: Fig. 2 Charger Installation

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. aged or if the charger has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way – refer all repair work to qualified per- sonnel.
  • Page 19: Led Operation Codes

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. is indicated by the number of RED flashes that occur, there will be a pause and then the flashes will repeat again.
  • Page 20: Controls And Indicators

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. tions recommended by the battery manufacturer. STATE OF CHARGE METER 2. Make sure the charger connections to the battery ter- Located in the dash, the state of charge meter indicates minals are tight and clean.
  • Page 21: Combination Brake And Park Brake Pedal

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. safety features of the system no longer function. Park Service Brake Brake Before attempting to tow vehicle, move the Run-Tow/ Maintenance/Storage switch to the ‘Tow/Maintenance/ Storage’...
  • Page 22: Operating The Vehicle

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. • the controller is activated tion, the following warnings must be observed: • the electronic braking system and warning beeper Refer to GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS for features are activated.
  • Page 23: Regenerative Braking

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. ler. b) the accelerator pedal is released for more than one second 2. The Steep Hill performance option: This option includes all of the driving features and top speed of the pedal-up braking will slow the vehicle (the warning All-Terrain plus pedal-up braking.
  • Page 24: High Pedal Disable Feature

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. b) the brake is engaged so as to prevent vehicle motion NOTICE the TruCourse Technology system will sense a stalled motor condition and remove power from the motor.
  • Page 25: Vehicle Cleaning And Care

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. nor does the windshield protect against flying objects it’s removal, taking care not to chip or otherwise damage and tree limbs.
  • Page 26: Wheels And Tires

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. If only the front or rear of the vehicle is to be raised, place removing a valve core. the chocks in front and behind each wheel not being To reduce the possibility of severe injury raised to stabilize the vehicle.
  • Page 27: Wheel Installation

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. TRANSPORTING VEHICLE TOWING To reduce the possibility of severe injury, be sure the mounting/demounting machine is anchored to floor. Wear OSHA approved safe- ty equipment when mounting/demounting tires.
  • Page 28: Service And Maintenance

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE sibility of can contacting battery terminals which could result in an explosion. It is in the best interest of both vehicle owner and ser- vice technician to carefully follow the procedures recom- mended in this manual.
  • Page 29: Routine Maintenance

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE age. Unless leakage is evident, the lubricant need only be replaced after five years. HARDWARE To prolong vehicle life, some maintenance items must Periodically, the vehicle should be inspected for loose be serviced more frequently on vehicles used under...
  • Page 30: Periodic Service Schedule

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE - CHECK C&A - CHECK & ADJUST CL - CLEAN R - REPLACE REMARKS Tires - pressure, condition of tires &...
  • Page 31: Batteries And Charging

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. BATTERIES AND CHARGING water. Overfilling batteries may result in electro- SAFETY lyte being spilled from the battery during the charge cycle.
  • Page 32: At Each Charging Cycle

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. At Each Charging Cycle damage vehicle components and the storage facility floor. Sulfuric acid loss will weaken the concentration of acid within the electrolyte and reduce the life of the bat- tery.
  • Page 33: Battery Cleaning

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. Any electrolyte spills should be neutralized Automatic watering devices such as the one included in with a solution of 1/4 cup (60 ml) sodium bicar- the Battery Maintenance Kit (P/N 25587-G01) can be used with an approved water source.
  • Page 34: Battery Replacement

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. Allow the solution to set for at least three minutes; use a in severe personal injury or death, extreme care must be used with aerosol containers of soft bristle brush or cloth to wipe the tops of the batter- battery terminal protectant.
  • Page 35: Battery Charging

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. within the plates. This condition is not reversible and will Before charging, the following should be observed: cause permanent damage to the battery.
  • Page 36: Hydrometer

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. A cost effective way to identify a poorly performing bat- Specific gravity is the measurement of a liquid that is tery is to use a hydrometer to identify a battery in a set compared to a baseline.
  • Page 37: Fig. 22 Hydrometer Temperature Correction

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. problem with the low reading cell(s). As a battery ages the specific gravity of the electrolyte will decrease at full charge. This is not a reason to re- place the battery providing all cells are within fifty points of each other.
  • Page 38 OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. Notes: Page 22 Owner’s Guide...
  • Page 39: General Specifications

    GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Owner’s Guide Page 23...
  • Page 40: Txt Electric - Fleet

    GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Noise & Vibration Sound pressure; continued A-weighted equal to 68 db(A) Noise Highest RMS value of weighted acceleration is: less than Vibration, WBV 2.5m/s Vibration, HAV Highest RMS value of weighted acceleration is: less than 2.5m/s The uncertainty of mesurement is 0.46 m/s Owner’s Guide Page 24...
  • Page 41: Fig. 23 Vehicle Dimensions

    GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 68 in. (173 cm) 46.5 in. (118 cm) Front 4.5 in. 34.0 in. (86 cm) (11.0 cm) Ground Rear Clearance 38.5 in. (97 cm) 66.0 in. (168 cm) 91.0 in. (231 cm) 47.0 in. (119 cm) Fig. 23 Vehicle Dimensions Owner’s Guide Page 25...
  • Page 42: Fig. 24 Vehicle Dimensions, Incline Specifications And Turning Clearance Diameter

    GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS RECOMMENDED MAX SIDE TILT RECOMMENDED MAX RAMP 25% GRADE or 14 25% GRADE or 14 TURNING CLEARANCE DIAMETER 19 ft. (5.8 m) Fig. 24 Vehicle Dimensions, Incline Specifications and Turning Clearance Diameter Owner’s Guide Page 26...
  • Page 43: Limited Warranties

    WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTIES Owner’s Guide Page 27...
  • Page 44: Domestic Warranty

    WARRANTY DOMESTIC WARRANTY (U.S. AND CANADA) To obtain a copy of the limited warranty applicable to the vehicle, call or write a local distributor, authorized Branch or the Warranty Department with vehicle serial number and manufacturer date code. Owner’s Guide Page 28...
  • Page 45: Declaration Of Conformity (Europe Only)

    DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (EUROPE ONLY) Owner’s Guide Page 29...
  • Page 46 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Owner’s Guide Page 30...
  • Page 47 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Owner’s Guide Page 31...
  • Page 48 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Owner’s Guide Page 32...
  • Page 49 NOTICE NOTICE Read the following warnings before attempting to operate the Read the following text and warnings before attempting to ser- vehicle vice vehicle: In any product, components will eventually fail to perform properly as the result of normal use, age, wear or abuse. It is virtually impossible to anticipate all possible compo nent failures or the manner in which each component To prevent personal injury or death, observe...

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