Ezgo FLEET RXV ELITE, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...OWNER S GUIDE TXT ELiTE FREEDOM 657088 C ...

Page 2: ...ies Improper storage may damage destroy or cause permanent loss of battery capacity Do not exceed storage time or temperature limits Batteries must be charged to the correct level before storage Storing fully depleted batteries will make them permanently unusable The storage time for properly charged Lithium Ion batteries supplied with this vehicle varies based on the tempera ture Never modify the...

Page 3: ...by 2006 42 EC CONTACT INFORMATION Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc 1451 Marvin Griffin Road Augusta Georgia USA 30906 3852 North America Technical Assistance and Warranty PHONE 1 800 774 3946 FAX 1 800 448 8124 Service Parts PHONE 1 888 438 3946 FAX 1 800 752 6175 International PHONE 001 706 798 4311 FAX 001 706 771 4609 www ezgo com ...

Page 4: ...gh the manufacturer s parts and accessories department TSV maintains the right to change the design of the vehicle without responsibility to make the changes on units pur chased before changes were made The information in this manual can change without notice All information in this owner s Guide is based on the latest product information at the time of publication Due to con stant improvements in...

Page 5: ...rning and Operation Label P N 628019 or 614043 for CE 6 Tow Bar Label P N 625820 or 635906 6 Run Storage Tow Label P N 613048 6 Battery Warning P N 655748 or 659260 for CE 6 MAXIMUM VEHICLE WEIGHT CAPACITY 7 TIRE PRESSURE 7 OPERATOR SAFETY 7 Unauthorized Operation 8 Operating without Instruction 8 Alcohol or Drugs 8 Before Operating 8 Operating With Passenger or Cargo 8 Driving in Reverse 8 Drivin...

Page 6: ... CUP HOLDER 11 12V OUTLET IF EQUIPPED 11 USB PORT IF EQUIPPED 11 STEERING WHEEL 11 TURN SIGNAL IF EQUIPPED 12 ACCELERATOR PEDAL 12 BRAKE PEDAL 12 PARKING BRAKE 12 SEAT 12 GLOVE BOX STORAGE COMPARTMENTS 12 CANOPY TOP AND WINDSHIELD IF EQUIPPED 12 REAR SEAT AND CARGO PLATFORM IF EQUIPPED 12 SAFETY 13 BEFORE INITIAL USE 13 DAILY INSPECTION 13 ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS 13 BATTERY CHARGER 14 PERFORMANCE ...

Page 7: ...CES 17 DRIVING UPHILL 17 TRAVERSING HILLSIDES 17 DRIVING DOWNHILL 17 STALLING ON A HILL 18 DRIVING IN REVERSE 18 PARKING THE VEHICLE 18 Maximum Weight Capacity 18 MAINTENANCE SAFETY 19 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE 19 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART 20 RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS 21 REPLACEMENT OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS 21 LIFTING THE VEHICLE 22 Lifting Front 22 Lifting Rear 22 Lowering Vehicle 22 VEHICLE CL...

Page 8: ...AXLE 26 Checking Lubricant Level 26 LUBRICATION 27 BRAKES 27 Periodic Brake Test 27 LITHIUM ION BATTERY PACK 28 BATTERY CHARGING AND MAINTENANCE 28 BATTERY CHARGING 29 AC Voltage 29 BATTERY PROLONGED STORAGE 29 Storage Preparation 29 BATTERY FAULT DIAGNOSIS 29 TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE 30 Towing the Vehicle 30 Hauling the Vehicle 30 VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS 32 BATTERY CHARGER USER S GUIDE A 1 DECLARA...

Page 9: ...ime or manufacture MANUFACTURER S INTENDED USE This vehicle is designed and manufactured for off road use only Use on public streets roads or highways is illegal in most areas and increases the risk of an accident involving other vehicles and people This vehicle does not meet FMVSS Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for public street road or highway use Check all laws and regulations before ch...

Page 10: ... until the SOC is below 50 During Storage Check the state of charge every 30 days If the SOC is below 30 charge the battery module until the state of charge reaches 50 Returning Vehicle to Service At the end of the storage period charge the battery module to 100 before operating the vehicle BATTERY DISPOSAL Lithium Ion batteries are recyclable Contact the distributor or manufacturer for informatio...

Page 11: ...s occur on a continuous basis To order the correct components for the vehicle the serial number or PIN and manufacture date are required Record the vehicle identification numbers in the spaces provided below These identification numbers are required when ordering parts Vehicle Model Number _________________________________________________________________ Frame PIN _________________________________...

Page 12: ...4 FEATURES AND CONTROLS ...

Page 13: ...Speed Vehicle LSV This vehicle meets the current applicable standard for safety and performance requirements SAFETY LABELS Safety and warning labels are on the vehicle for your protection Read and comply with the instructions on the labels carefully If any label shown in this manual is different from the label on your vehicle always follow the instructions on the vehicle label If a label comes off...

Page 14: ...eels on towed cars 625820 635906 MAX 5 mph 8 kph MAX 12 mph 19 kph MAX 10 RUN TOW MAINTENANCE STORAGE TOWING Always select TOW MAINTENANCE position before towing WAIT 30 seconds after reconnecting batteries BEFORE turning key switch to REVERSE FORWARD or NEUTRAL positions ALWAYS turn key to OFF before disconnecting or reconnecting battery wires ELECTRICAL ARC or BATTERY EXPLOSION can occur if key ...

Page 15: ...icle at all times The driver must keep both hands on the steering wheel and both feet on the floor or pedals Inspect the vehicle before each use to make sure it is in safe operating condition Perform the daily inspection described in this manual See page 13 Always have the vehicle checked by an authorized dealer if it is involved in an accident Remove the key when the vehicle is not in use to prev...

Page 16: ...ng or after consuming alcohol or drugs can adversely affect operator judg ment reaction time balance and perception Never drink alcohol or use drugs or medications before or during operation of the vehicle Before Operating Perform the DAILY INSPECTION on page 13 before each use to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition Failure to inspect and confirm that the vehicle is safe to operat...

Page 17: ... of your vehicle if it stalls on a hill Tires Operating the vehicle with incorrect tires or with incorrect or uneven tire pressure can cause loss of control or an acci dent Always use the size and type tires specified for the vehicle See VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS on page 32 Always maintain correct tire pressures as specified in Tire Pressure on page 7 Slippery Terrain Driving on rough wet or loose te...

Page 18: ...amiliarize yourself with their function and effect on the vehicle MAINTENANCE SAFETY Routine and scheduled maintenance of this vehicle is necessary to keep your vehicle in safe and reliable condition This section of the manual provides safety information for performing maintenance on your vehicle Make sure you read understand and comply with all of this information to decrease the risk of personal...

Page 19: ...direction selector while the vehicle is in motion Moving the selector will result in sudden slowing of the vehicle and the beeping of a warning device The direction selector F N R is located on the seat wrap panel R allows the vehicle to be driven in reverse also activates the reverse warning indicator F allows the vehicle to be driven in the forward direction N place the switch in the neutral pos...

Page 20: ...t provide protection from rollover or falling objects The windshield does not provide protection from tree branches or moving objects NOTICE To prevent damage to the vehicle do not hold on to the canopy top struts The canopy top and windshield provide some protection from the elements but do not keep the operator and passen ger dry in heavy rain The canopy top is not designed to provide rollover p...

Page 21: ...s in the table to help ensure safe and reliable operation ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS When driving the vehicle be careful of potential environmental hazards like steep slopes rocks tree branches etc that could cause an incident that could result in vehicle damage personal injury or death Always be respectful of the environment Respect all wildlife and their habitat Respect private property and comply ...

Page 22: ...eed the specified top speed with the accelerator pedal pressed or released the regenerative brake will limit the speed of the vehicle to the specified top speed but the warning beeper will not activate When the regenerative braking system is activated by this sequence of occurrences the motor generates power which is returned to the batteries If the operator tries to override the electronic brake ...

Page 23: ...stem failures the Diagnostic Mode feature defaults to a mode that allows the vehicle to oper ate at a decreased speed This feature allows you to return the vehicle to the storage facility and identify the problem The technician can put the controller in diagnostic mode and the controller identifies the failure mode STARTING AND STOPPING THE VEHICLE Unintentional roll back of the vehicle could caus...

Page 24: ...y inspection See page 13 2 Sit in the driver s seat 3 Check surroundings and determine the path of travel 4 Insert the key and turn to the ON position 5 Move the direction selector to the desired direction F or R 6 Release the parking brake by pressing the lower part of the brake pedal 7 Slowly press the accelerator pedal to start the motor and release the brake pedal to accelerate 8 Practice mane...

Page 25: ... that is beyond your skill level TRAVERSING HILLSIDES Traversing a hillside is not recommended Improper procedure can cause loss of control or a rollover Avoid crossing the side of a hill unless absolutely necessary If traversing a hillside is unavoidable check the terrain and determine if it can be accomplished safely Do not proceed if the terrain is beyond the vehicle or driver s ability If trav...

Page 26: ...at the area behind the vehicle is clear of obstacles and people Check left and right fields of vision before driving in reverse Do not back down a steep hill Drive in reverse slowly Press the brakes lightly for stopping Accelerate slow and steady Avoid turning at sharp angles PARKING THE VEHICLE NOTICE When parking the vehicle inside a garage or structure the space must be well ventilated Park the...

Page 27: ...a to prevent sparks or battery explosion To prevent the risk of battery explosion keep all flammable materials open flames or sparks away from the battery Maintain constant awareness that some components are heavy spring loaded corro sive explosive can cause high amperage or get extremely hot After you make repairs or do maintenance test the vehicle in a safe area that is free from vehicle and ped...

Page 28: ...peration Brake system Daily Check for smooth operation and acceptable stopping dis tance Headlights and taillights if equipped Daily Check operation Replace bulbs as needed 25 Reverse warning alarm Daily Check operation Switches Daily Check operation Fluid leakages Daily Inspect entire vehicle for leaks Charger receptacle Daily Clean connections Accelerator Daily Check for smooth operation S Brake...

Page 29: ...age 20 REPLACEMENT OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS These items or their equivalents can be purchased through your dealer directly fromTSV or any other qualified source Item Capacity Lubricants Fluids Rear axle oil 12 oz 1 2 liters 30 Weight Engine Oil Item Part Number 15 Amp Fuse 18392G1 Headlight Bulb 894 74004G01 Turn Signal Bulb 604539 Taillight Bulb 1157 21759G1 ...

Page 30: ...t drive wheels off the ground Lifting Front 1 Chock the rear wheels to keep the vehicle from roll ing backward 2 Place the jack at the center of the front axle 3 Raise the vehicle enough to place jack stands under the frame cross member as indicated 4 Lower the vehicle until it rests on the jack stands 5 Remove the jack 6 Confirm that the vehicle is stable on the jack stands before proceeding with...

Page 31: ...for clear coat automotive finishes only Do not apply wax or polish to matte finish surfaces Use clean or new cloths and pads for polishing Old or reused cloths and pads can contain dirt particles that will scratch the finish TIRES Follow the tire maintenance procedures as instructed in this manual and on the labels on the vehicle Always use approved size and type of replacement tires See VEHICLE S...

Page 32: ... on page 25 5 Fully inflate the tire See Tire Pressure on page 7 Tire Replacement Tire replacement requires a tire mounting machine and must be done by a qualified tire center or youTSVr dealer WHEELS Worn improperly inflated improper sized or incorrectly installed tires will affect vehicle handling and could cause an accident resulting in severe injury or death NOTICE To decrease the risk of comp...

Page 33: ... a halogen bulb with bare fingers Oil from skin leaves a reside that causes a hot spot and will diminish the life of the bulb Make sure the vehicle key switch is in the OFF position and the key has been removed from the switch 1 Pull the locking ring straight off the back of the light housing and allow it to slide down the harness and out of the way 2 Rotate the bulb socket counter clockwise and p...

Page 34: ...g If vehicle speed continues to rise apply the service brake and have vehicle inspected by a trained mechanic REAR AXLE The only maintenance necessary for the first five years is the inspection of the rear axle for lubricant leakage Unless leakage is visible the lubricant needs to be replaced after five years Refer to the Repair Manual for the fluid replacement pro cedure Change the axle oil at th...

Page 35: ...fferent pedal pressures and to include the affects of linkage mis adjustment Establish the acceptable stopping distance by testing a new or known to be good vehicle and recording the stopping location or stopping dis tance For fleet vehicles several vehicles should be tested when new and the range of stopping locations or distances recorded Drive the vehicle at maximum speed on a flat dry clean pa...

Page 36: ...container Make sure that the key switch is in the OFF position and the run tow switch is in the RUN position before you start to work on the vehicle Do not attempt to operate the vehicle or charge the battery pack at temperatures above 140 F 60 C Do not immerse or throw the battery pack in water Do not pressure wash the battery pack Do not puncture the battery pack or control module Do not strike ...

Page 37: ... Storing fully depleted batteries will make them permanently unusable Storage Preparation The optimum storage temperature range is between 65 F and 82 F 18 C and 28 C Charge the battery module based on climate during storage period In cold climates fully charge the battery module Make sure that the charging operation is complete and there are no faults displayed on the charger The green light on t...

Page 38: ...ents prior to transport Do not allow any people on a vehicle being transported on a trailer Remove the windshield before you transport a vehicle on a trailer Maximum speed with canopy top installed is 50 mph 80 kph If the vehicle is being hauled on a trailer or truck at highway speeds the canopy top must be removed If the vehicle is being hauled on a trailer or truck below highway speeds check tha...

Page 39: ...SPECIFICATIONS 31 VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS ...

Page 40: ...dules Standard Configuration Electrical System 48 Volt Horsepower kW 3 1 hp 2 3 kW Continuous Key or Pedal Start Pedal Start Speed Controller 250 Amp Solid State Controller Drive Train Motor Shaft Direct Drive Trans axle Differential with helical gears Gear Selection Body mounted Forward Neutral Reverse Rear Axle Ratio 12 44 1 Steering Self compensating rack and pinion Front Suspension Leaf spring...

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Page 43: ...MAINTENANCE LOG 35 MAINTENANCE LOG Record periodic maintenance in the following maintenance log DATE MILES KM AND HOURS TECHNICIAN SERVICE PERFORMED COMMENTS ...

Page 44: ...36 MAINTENANCE LOG DATE MILES KM AND HOURS TECHNICIAN SERVICE PERFORMED COMMENTS ...

Page 45: ...MAINTENANCE LOG 37 DATE MILES KM AND HOURS TECHNICIAN SERVICE PERFORMED COMMENTS ...

Page 46: ...38 MAINTENANCE LOG DATE MILES KM AND HOURS TECHNICIAN SERVICE PERFORMED COMMENTS ...

Page 47: ...APPENDIX A A 1 APPENDIX A BATTERY CHARGER USER S GUIDE ...

Page 48: ...Cet appareil n est pas destiné à un usage par des personnes dont les enfants avec des facultés motrices sensorielles ou mentales réduites ou ayant une expérience et des connaissances insuffisantes à moins qu elles sont sous la supervision ou reçoivent les instructions sur l utilisation de l appareil d un répondant garant de leur sécurité Les enfants devraient être surveillés afin qu il ne jouent e...

Page 49: ...put has been reduced due to high internal charger temperature Ammeter Troubleshooting Instructions If a fault occurs count the number of red flashes between pauses and refer to the table below LED Indication Solid Charge complete Long flash Greater than 80 state of charge Short flash Less than 80 state of charge Off See charger for indications Flashes Cause Solution Charger unable to apply wake up...

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Page 51: ...APPENDIX B B 1 APPENDIX B DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ...

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Page 54: ...e correct position before you press the accelera tor pedal Decrease speed before and during turns Bring the vehicle to a complete stop before you move the direction selector See GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS for the vehicle load and seat capacity NOTICE Read the following maintenance information and warnings before servicing or repairing the vehicle Follow the procedures and comply with the safety inform...

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