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2010
Owner and Operator's Manual
100 % ELECTRIC RANCH-HAND ATV
IMPORTANT!
BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR DUDE
PLEASE READ THE
TM
ENTIRE MANUAL CAREFULLY
Congratulations on your purchase of the ZAP Dude ATV. It is warranted to be free of manufacturing defects in material and
workmanship for a period of 90 days from the date of purchase. During the warranty period ZAP will at its option, repair,
provide replacement parts or replace your Zap Dude through a ZAP dealer at no charge. This warranty does not cover normal
wear items or damage caused by neglect or misuse of the ATV.
All information, illustrations, photographs and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest product information
available at the time of publication. Due to improvements or other changes, there may be some discrepancies in this manual. We
reserve the right to make product changes at any time, without notice and without incurring any obligation to make the same or
similar changes to the vehicle previously built or sold.
This user's manual contains important safety and maintenance information. Read it carefully before riding. Failing to follow the
warnings contained in this manual could result in INJURY or DEATH. It is important that this manual remain with the vehicle
when you transfer it to another user or owner.
© ZAP 2010 All Rights Reserved
501 Fourth Street, Santa Rosa, CA 95401 USA
www.zapworld.com
Stock Symbol: ZAAP
1(800)251-4555
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  • Page 1 Congratulations on your purchase of the ZAP Dude ATV. It is warranted to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of 90 days from the date of purchase. During the warranty period ZAP will at its option, repair, provide replacement parts or replace your Zap Dude through a ZAP dealer at no charge.
  • Page 2 2010 Owner and Operator’s Manual 100 % ELECTRIC RANCH-HAND ATV We know you want to start riding right away, but it is critically important to…. READ THESE IMPORTANT FIRST STEPS BEFORE EVEN THINKING OF RIDING! ATV Start-Up Procedure Step 1: Plug-in vehicle and charge fully. Charge at least once a month for full charge even when not in use. Failure to do so will greatly shorten the life of the batteries.
  • Page 3 Chapter 6 Introduction of Devices Service and Maintenance and Control Mechanism 1. Position of switches and 1. Cleaning and maintenance........30 ZAP Registration Card ........55 2. Routine maintenance..........31 control levers in the cabin......11 3. Regular maintenance..........31 2. Keys, doors and windows......17 4.
  • Page 4 2010 Owner and Operator’s Manual 100 % ELECTRIC RANCH-HAND ATV General Information 1. Overall Dimensions Fig 1: ATV Controls 1. Lights 2. Horn 3. Drive 4. Power 5. Reverse 6. State of Charge 7. Key 8. Throttle 9. Cut-Out Power Button...
  • Page 5 2010 Owner and Operator’s Manual 100 % ELECTRIC RANCH-HAND ATV Fig 2: ATV Controls Cont. 1. Trailer Hitch 2. High Beam Controls 3. Headlight Controls 4. Direction Controls 5. Removable Mirror 6. Parking Brake (to engage, hold handle bar in and lock into position)
  • Page 6 Should you experience a problem with your vehicle, please call ZAP customer service line 800- 251-4555 between the hours of 8am and 5pm Monday through Friday PST or PDT during the daylight saving time. You will be instructed how to proceed.
  • Page 7: Notice To Parents

    , therefore, that off or becomes difficult to read, you should this ATV. you review this entire manual with your get a replacement by contacting ZAP. child and carefully explain the instructions, requirements, and warnings it contains so WARNING: that your child can understand them.
  • Page 8 • Never attempt wheelies, jumps, or other roll over. ZAP is not liable for any damage stunts. claim or liability claim person or otherwise • Always follow these age recommendations.
  • Page 9 2010 Owner and Operator’s Manual 100 % ELECTRIC RANCH-HAND ATV conditions when operating the ATV. changes. Never go over the top of any hill avoid stalling, use proper gear and maintain at high speed. a steady speed when climbing a hill. If you •...
  • Page 10: Inspection Before Riding

    Failing to perform installation or use of accessories. contact an authorized ZAP ATV dealer or call proper maintenance could also be hazardous. SVIA at 1-800-887-2887. Failing to inspect and maintain your ATV •...
  • Page 11: Safety Gear

    VEHICLE LOADING section in this manual. Always maintain proper tire air pressure this ATV at night. as described in the INSPECTION AND Although the ZAP Dude is equipped with MAINTENANCE section. headlights, it is recommended you restrict WARNING your use to daylight hours. Night is defined as...
  • Page 12 2010 Owner and Operator’s Manual 100 % ELECTRIC RANCH-HAND ATV good pair of gloves, strong boots that are over •Could affect your balance and perception. the ankle, long pants, and a long sleeve shirt. •Could result in an accident. Removing hands from handlebars or feet from the footrests during operation.
  • Page 13: Starting The Motor

    2010 Owner and Operator’s Manual 100 % ELECTRIC RANCH-HAND ATV STARTING THE MOTOR moving could be hazardous. The front wheels inside wheel, allowing it to skid. This allows it could lock causing a skid and an accident. to travel a shorter distance than the outside Before attempting to start the motor, make Apply parking brake only after ATV has come wheel.
  • Page 14 2010 Owner and Operator’s Manual 100 % ELECTRIC RANCH-HAND ATV • Turn the handlebar while looking in the for your abilities. Practice on smaller hills hills, stand on thefootrests and lean forward. direction of the turn. before attempting larger hills. Climbing hills 3.
  • Page 15: Skidding Or Sliding

    2010 Owner and Operator’s Manual 100 % ELECTRIC RANCH-HAND ATV To ride down a hill with the ATV, follow the in a new area, check for obstacles. Never regain traction unexpectedly, which may instructions below. attempt to ride over large obstacles, such as cause the ATV to overturn.
  • Page 16: Riding Through Water

    2010 Owner and Operator’s Manual 100 % ELECTRIC RANCH-HAND ATV RIDING THROUGH WATER move freely. Make sure that the footrests are water, mud, snow or slush, it is important free of ice or snow. to dry the brakes before parking the ATV. You can ride the ATV through shallow water.
  • Page 17 2010 Owner and Operator’s Manual 100 % ELECTRIC RANCH-HAND ATV that if you do any cold-weather riding, that fall into the cold water. Check with local Operating your ATV in cold weather you familiarize yourself with the symptoms, authorities to verify the thickness of the without proper clothing could be treatment, and prevention of hypothermia.
  • Page 18 2010 Owner and Operator’s Manual 100 % ELECTRIC RANCH-HAND ATV the wrong accessories or misuse the vehicle 6. Distribute cargo weight evenly between sunlight when you ride over snow or with some accessories installed, it can make the front and rear racks of the ATV. Locate ice on a bright, sunny day.
  • Page 19 2010 Owner and Operator’s Manual 100 % ELECTRIC RANCH-HAND ATV authorized service center or call ZAP. 1 Month 3 Months 6 Months 20hrs 50 hrs If you use your ATV under severe conditions, Brake Hose and Joints it will need maintenance more often than Drive Chain shown in the chart.
  • Page 20: Battery Replacement

    2010 Owner and Operator’s Manual 100 % ELECTRIC RANCH-HAND ATV CHILDREN. battery acid. BATTERY REPLACEMENT • Battery acid is poisonous and can cause DO NOT open sealed caps to add water to severe burns. The following procedure can be dangerous battery.
  • Page 21: Drive Chain/Sprockets

    If you find any of these problems with your sprocket also for damage. A worn chain can sprocket, consult ZAP or your local service have an adverse affect on the front and rear The condition and adjustment of the drive center.
  • Page 22 All parts and accessories added sprockets, resulting in an accident or the tires are cold. to this vehicle should be genuine ZAP. or serious damage to the ATV. Inspect the equivalent components designed for use drive chain slack before each use.
  • Page 23 2010 Owner and Operator’s Manual 100 % ELECTRIC RANCH-HAND ATV specified air pressure is obtained. or other extreme conditions can cause Tubeless Tire Repair: accelerated brake wear. This could lead to Using tires that have been installed If a leak or flat tire occurs due to a puncture, an accident.
  • Page 24: Front Brake Inspection

    Add DOT3 or DOT4 consult your authorized service center or Wash the ATV before any mud dries on the brake fluid. Do not mix brake fluid types. ZAP. about the problem. Min. High pressure washers could damage your Rear disk caliper...
  • Page 25: Washing Your Atv

    2010 Owner and Operator’s Manual 100 % ELECTRIC RANCH-HAND ATV WASHING YOUR ATV as much stopping power as dry brakes. This Place the vehicle on level ground and wash could lead to an accident. Test your brakes the entire vehicle. With some care, your ATV can be washed in after washing the ATV, riding at a slow speed.
  • Page 26: Registration Card

    REGISTRATION CARD (Not returning this card will not void the original 6-months limited warranty.) 100 % ELECTRIC RANCH-HAND ATV 8. What most influenced your decision to purchase a DUDE? 1. Name & Address: Factors (check all that apply): * Title Mrs.
  • Page 27 Own an Apple/Macintosh Speak Spanish Computer Own a CD-ROM Drive Thank you for filling in this registration card. Please tear off along the doted line and mail to the following address: ZAP 501 Fourth Street, Santa Rosa, CA 95403 USA.

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