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ESV Battery Charger
Riding the Vehicle
Ride with Care and Good Judgment.
Get Training
If YOU
Are Inexperienced.
This CRICKET vehicle should only be used
by
experienced operators. This vehicle requires special skills
obtained through practice
.
Take your time to fully learn techniques before attempting more difficult
maneuvers.
You should familiarize yourself with the operation of the vehicle to achieve the skill necessary to enjoy
riding safely. Be sure you have read this entire guide and understand the operation of the controls before you
begin to ride
.
Pay particular attention to the safety information.
Beginners should become familiar with this vehicle at slow speeds first
,
even
if
you are an experienced
operator. Do not attempt to operate at maximum performance until you are totally familiar with the vehicle
'
s
handling and performance characteristics.
WARNING
Passenger and Driver
Safety
~
During Operation
Always keep your feet inside the vehicle during operation. Otherwise, your feet may contact the rear
wheels. Removing even one hand or foot can reduce your ability to control the vehicle or could
cause you to lose your balance and fall out of the vehicle. If you remove a foot from inside the
vehicle, your foot or leg may come into contact with the rear wheels or objects outside the vehicle.
Always keep both hands on the
steering
wheel and both feet inside the vehicle during
operation.
CRICKET Operational Instructions, Maintenance, and Adjustments
Tires and Tire Air Pressure
Operating this vehicle with improper tires, or with improper or uneven tire pressure, may cause loss of
control, thereby increasing your risk of an accident.
Always use the size and type tires specified in this manual for this vehicle.
Always maintain proper 8-15 PSI tire pressure as described in this manual, adjusting periodically for
conditions, load, and terrain.
Check tire pressure and adjust accordingly by removing custom full wheel cover from each wheel
and removing cap from valve stem, just as with any automobile using pneumatic tires. Always
replace valve stem cap and wheel cover after each tire pressure check operation.
Charging the Batteries
1.
Simply raise the hinged front seat with the convenient lift strap for easy access to the new on-board
permanent charging system.
2.
Insert the plug (it will fit only in one direction) attached to
the battery-charging unit into any convenient 110-volt
electrical outlet. (Also works with Coach and other portable
generators.)
3.
Charge light turns GREEN when CRICKET is fully
charged, and the unit cuts off automatically. Just unplug the
cord, replace it in the under-seat compartment, and return
the seat to its secure driving position
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