Before Initial Use; Portable Charger Installation - Ezgo FREEDOM Owner's Manual And Service Manual

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Thank you for purchasing this vehicle. Before driving the
vehicle, we ask you to spend some time reading this
Owner's Manual and Service Guide. This guide contains
the information that will assist you in maintaining this
highly reliable vehicle. Some illustrations may show
items that are optional for your vehicle. This guide covers
the operation of several vehicles; therefore, some picto-
rial views may not represent your vehicle. Physical differ-
ences in controls will be illustrated.
This vehicle has been designed and manufactured as a
'World Vehicle'. Some countries have individual require-
ments to comply with their specifications; therefore,
some sections may not apply in your country.
Most of the service procedures in this guide can be
accomplished using common automotive hand tools.
Contact your service representative on servicing the
vehicle in accordance with the Periodic Service Sched-
ule.
Service Parts Manuals and Technician's Repair and Ser-
vice Manuals are available from a local Distributor, an
authorized Branch or the Service Parts Department.
When ordering parts or requesting information for your
vehicle, provide vehicle model, serial number and manu-
facture date code.

BEFORE INITIAL USE

Read, understand and follow the safety label on the
instrument panel. Be sure you understand how to oper-
ate the vehicle, its equipment and how to use it safely.
Maintaining good performance depends to a large extent
on the operator.
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ing process. A 4% concentration of hydrogen gas is
explosive and could cause severe injury or death.
Charging must take place in an area that is adequate-
ly ventilated (minimum of 5 air exchanges per hour).
To reduce the chance of battery explosion
that could result in severe injury or death,
never smoke around or charge batteries in
an area that has open flame or electrical
equipment that could cause an electrical
arc.
Before a new vehicle is put into operation, the items
shown in the INITIAL SERVICE CHART must be per-
formed (Ref Fig. 1 on page 1).
OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION
Hydrogen gas is generat-
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ed as a natural part of the
lead acid battery charg-
Owner's Manual and Service Guide
Vehicle batteries must be fully charged before initial use.
Check for correct tire inflation. See GENERAL SPECIFI-
CATIONS.
Determine and record braking distance required to stop
vehicle for future brake performance tests.
Remove the protective clear plastic, that protect the seat
bottom and back rest during shipping, before placing the
vehicle in service.
ITEM SERVICE OPERATION
Batteries Charge batteries
Seats Remove protective plastic covering
Brakes Check operation and adjust if necessary
Establish acceptable stopping distance
Tires Check air pressure (see SPECIFICATIONS)
Portable Remove from vehicle and properly mount
Charger
Ref Isc 1
Fig. 1 Initial Service Chart

PORTABLE CHARGER INSTALLATION

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the charger and create the potential for fire,
do not block or obstruct the airways. Porta-
ble chargers must be mounted on a plat-
form above the ground or in such a manner
as to permit the maximum air flow under-
neath and around the charger.
Portable chargers are shipped with the vehicle. Prior to
vehicle or charger operation, chargers must be removed
and mounted on a platform or wall above the ground to
permit maximum air flow around and underneath the
charger. If the charger is operated in an outdoor location,
rain and sun protection must be provided (Ref Fig. 2 on
page 2). A dedicated circuit is required for the charger.
Refer to the charger manual for appropriate circuit pro-
tection. The charger may remain plugged in to the AC
outlet. To charge the vehicle, refer to the instruction
labels on the charger. Insert the polarized DC plug com-
pletely into the vehicle receptacle (Ref Fig. 3 on page 2).
The charger will automatically start a few seconds after
plug insertion. The charger will automatically stop when
To prevent overheat-
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ing that may cause
serious damage to
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