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Owner's Manual and Service Guide
Magellan 2 and Magellan 2+2
May 2014

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Magellan 2 and Magellan 2+2 May 2014...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction Vehicle Specifications Safety precautions during maintenance Operator safety Safety considerations Driver Qualifications Golf Course Safety Maintenance required for safety Switches Controls Pedals Battery indicator Tow switch Serial number Operation list Pre-operation check Daily Checklist Operation Storage Period maintenance chart Maintenance Battery care...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a Star EV Magellan. This manual contains information you will need for proper operation, maintenance, and care of your Magellan. A thorough understanding of these simple instructions will help you to obtain maximum enjoyment from your new Star EV.
  • Page 4: Vehicle Specifications

    Vehicle Specifications Passengers Magellan 2 Magellan 2+2 Battery group 8 x 6V, Trojan T105 8 x 6V, Trojan T105 Motor 6 HP Continuous rating 6 HP Continuous rating Controller power (amps) 275 Amp AC Curtis 275 Amp AC Curtis Maximum speed (mph) 19.5 (20-25 LSV)
  • Page 5: Operator Safety

    Please read the following labels carefully before operating your golf car, and promptly replace any labels which become damaged or removed. Star EV golf cars are designed to be simple to operate. However, be sure to observe the following: Read this Owner’s/Operator’s manual and all safety and instruction labels on the golf car before...
  • Page 6 Keep sparks, flames and cigarettes away from batteries. Shield eyes when working near batteries. Star EV golf cars do not protect passengers from storms. When driving in a rainstorm, passengers should leave the car and take shelter in safe areas.
  • Page 7: Safety Considerations

    If new nameplates, warnings, or instructions are needed, contact your Star EV dealer. Safety Considerations Like all machines, golf cars can cause injury if improperly used or maintained. This section contains broad safety practices required for safe golf car operation. Before golf cars are operated, golf course personnel should establish any additional safety practices that may be required for safe operation.
  • Page 8 Chain or rope off these potentially hazardous areas or identify them with a suitable warning describing the nature of the hazard and the proper precautions to be taken to avoid the hazard. Wet Areas: Wet grass may cause a golf car to lose traction and may affect stability. Reduce speed in wet areas or during periods of inclement weather.
  • Page 9: Pedals

    Controls If lending or reselling the golf car, make sure the driver is familiar with all the controls and rules. WARNING: The F/R switch is used to shift the golf car into forward or reverse. In order to avoid occupants’ injury and protect cars, move the switch to the desired position after coming to a complete stop.
  • Page 10 The drive select switch is used to shift the golf car into forward or reverse. After coming to a complete stop, move the lever to the desired position. Forward Switch Position Car Movement Reverse None The back-up buzzer will sound when the drive select switch is turned to reverse. When switched to O position, the car does not move even if the accelerator pedal is depressed.
  • Page 11: Battery Indicator

    Parking Brake Press down on the brake pedal to stop the golf car after releasing the accelerator pedal. Your Diablo is equipped with an electromechanical parking brake. It will engage automatically when car is at a complete stop or key switch is in OFF position. Please wait until the car has come to a complete stop before leaving the vehicle.
  • Page 12: Serial Number

    Pre-Operation Check Every Star EV vehicle has been checked up and adjusted thoroughly. Be familiar with controls, indicators, and operations. Please use the check list as a guide. Pre-operation checks should be made each time you use your golf car.
  • Page 13: Daily Checklist

    Pedal operation: Check the following pedal controls for proper operation. If a pedal does not work properly, consult a Star EV dealer. Make sure the brake pedal feels firm when pressed and returns to its original position when released. Press down on the brake pedal. The brake pedal should not touch the floor of car.
  • Page 14: Storage

    Read the warnings on the indicator board. Make sure the steering wheel works well. Turn the main switch to ON. Check that your path is clear. Turn the drive select switch to FWD for forward, or REV for reverse. Slowly depress the accelerator pedal, and the locked parking brake will automatically release. The golf car will start to move.
  • Page 15 Be sure the main switch is off and the parking brake is engaged when you perform maintenance unless otherwise specified. If the owner is not familiar with machine servicing, this work should be done by a Star EV dealer or other qualified mechanics. C: Check...
  • Page 16 Check tire pressure, tread depth, and tire surface for damage Check body and chassis for damage Check tightness of all bolts, nuts, screws, and rivets Check reverse buzzer Check electrolyte level Check for loose or broken connections Clean and lube pedal control area Check all wire insulation for cracks and/or worn spots...
  • Page 17: Battery Care

    Battery Care WARNING: Battery electrolyte is poisonous, dangerous, and can cause severe burns. It contains sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Antidotes: External: Flush with water. Internal: Call a physician immediately. Drink large quantities of water or milk. •...
  • Page 18 Using a hydrometer, check the specific gravity of the battery fluid in each cell against the readings on the chart below. Consult a Star EV dealer if any low readings are found, or if readings vary more than one point between cells.
  • Page 19: Battery Charging

    CAUTION: Use only battery chargers that are rated for use with 48-volt Star EV Golf Cars. Thoroughly read and understand the user manual supplied with your 48-volt charger. WARNING: Do not disconnect the DC output cord from the battery receptacle when the charger is on or an arc could occur that may cause an explosion.
  • Page 20: Battery Installation

    After the charger has turned off, disconnect the DC output plug from the golf car receptacle by grasping the plug body and pulling the plug straight out of the receptacle. Battery Installation WARNING: When working with batteries, do not put wrenches or other metal objects across the battery terminals.

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