Vectrix ZEV, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...ping the environment and your daily commute as well We hope that you enjoy the experience If you need any repairs to your Vectrix or just want some friendly advice please see your local dealer service...

Page 2: ...sorbers 19 Rear Wheel Drive 20 Battery Pack 21 Motor Controller 23 Use 24 Pre Ride Checks 25 Interlocks 25 Braking 26 Parking the Vehicle 28 Charging the Battery 29 Maintenance 30 Battery Pack 31 Chec...

Page 3: ...ments called out in the Vectrix Warranty Book SYMBOLS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL GENERAL WARNING When this symbol is shown it means that you must read this section Failure to read this section could res...

Page 4: ...it an inexperienced rider to ride on or drive your Vectrix You are responsible for telling them about Vectrix safety and safe handling ALWAYS use your turn signals to identify your intent to change la...

Page 5: ...ems higher up on the Vectrix Do not attach items to the handlebars Do not wear long or loose clothing while riding as the pieces could get caught in components of the Vectrix Do not jam any items in a...

Page 6: ...the Static Sound Level The VIN is a 17 digit alphanumeric code which uniquely identifies your bike The VIN meets NHTSA US and ISO EU requirements The VIN number should be used when ordering parts so t...

Page 7: ...nstrument Cluster Ignition Switch Regen Throttle Left Handlebar WARNING In order to properly run your vehicle you must read and understand this section of the manual It will help you get more familiar...

Page 8: ...VECTRIX ZEV OWNER S MANUAL Left Status LCD Telltales Fuel Level LCD Speedometer Odometer Fig 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 26 25 27 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...

Page 9: ...will light up when the system is enabled to accelerate 9 BATTERY CHARGE CHARGING INDICATOR When the system is being charged by an external power source the Battery Charging Indicator will illuminate 1...

Page 10: ...checked 23 REVERSE TELLTALE Indicates that the Vectrix is in reverse mode 24 RIGHT DIR INDICATOR LAMP TELLTALE Flashes green when the right turn directional is on and functioning properly Illuminates...

Page 11: ...n the odometer Trip A and Trip B To reset Trip A or B scroll to the desired trip and press the button for three 3 seconds A3 Minute Adjustment This allows you to change the minutes on your clock The p...

Page 12: ...the Vectrix will be off including the motor and lights 3 SYSTEM ON In this position you will be able to ride the Vectrix 4 GLOVE BOX In this position you will be able to pop open the glove box To do t...

Page 13: ...he right to signal a right hand turn and move the switch to the left to signal a left hand turn Push the button back to reset the switch If a directional is left on for more than 20 seconds and the bi...

Page 14: ...B Always cover the front brake lever with the index and middle fingers of your right hand when using regenerative braking to slow the vehicle This will ensure that you are ready to apply the front br...

Page 15: ...eutral position or a slightly positive position in the A direction Now roll the throttle forward in the B direction to move in reverse By requiring that the throttle returns to neutral before activati...

Page 16: ...8 Battery Pg 21 Right Handlebar Switches Throttle Pg 14 Keylock Ignition Switch Pg 12 Rear Wheel Drive Pg 20 Side Stand Pg 17 MAIN COMPONENTS Rear View Mirrors Glove Box Pg 18 Charging Cord Pg 29 Cent...

Page 17: ...rth You should make every attempt to park your Vectrix on a level hard surface Always park in an area where you are visible to other motorists so as to avoid possible damage to your Vectrix Thrust Arm...

Page 18: ...The passenger seat will lift up Pull the seat upward to get it off of the latch Inside you will see the charging cord and a place to store your helmet CLOSING THE TRUNK After checking to ensure every...

Page 19: ...rear adjustable shock absorbers to enhance your riding experience You should periodically inspect the exterior of the shocks for signs of fluid leakage If a leak is indicated see an authorized dealer...

Page 20: ...ept clean of dirt debris and excessive water BRUSHLESS DC MOTOR The brushless DC motor is mounted in the motor side swing arm with its shaft connected to the gearbox in the rear wheel There is no need...

Page 21: ...hs approximately 99 lbs 45 kg Only an authorized service agent is qualified to troubleshoot a battery related issue The battery pack needs to be kept within distinct operating temperature The battery...

Page 22: ...o do so This is referred to as opportunity charging Occasionally the estimated range and fuel gauge may drop from a few miles kilometers and a few bars to zero This means your charger memory and batte...

Page 23: ...d power supplies The motor controller incorporates Digital Signal Processing DSP technology as part of the proprietary Electronic Control System ECS which provides the flexibility to incorporate addit...

Page 24: ...aking suddenly Quick braking can cause you to become unstable and lose control of your Vectrix especially on loose pavement and or wet road surfaces Note Prior to the initial five 5 charge deep discha...

Page 25: ...unt of fluid before starting the Vectrix Interlocks CUT OFF SWITCH The cut off switch needs to be in the on run position SIDE STAND SWITCH Make sure the side stand is in the upright position CENTER ST...

Page 26: ...d so you need not pull hard on the lever Instead squeeze steadily and smoothly Braking PROPER BRAKING Always cover the front brake lever with the index and middle fingers of your right hand when using...

Page 27: ...brake suddenly or in a harsh manner This could cause the wheels to lock and you could lose control of the Vectrix Bad weather including slippery wet road can cause braking to be less effective Always...

Page 28: ...ere by turning the key to the lock position Park the Vectrix in a area visible to other motorists Never park on soft earth n n n n Parking the Vehicle Warning The use of padlocks that prevent motion i...

Page 29: ...The charge is complete when all bars have been filled on the right LCD on the instrument panel It is perfectly fine to unplug the Vectrix from the outlet and interrupt the cycle The Vectrix will bene...

Page 30: ...is important that you read and follow closely the maintenance items identified in this Manual as well as in the Warranty Book Warning If you are unsure of the problem with your Vectrix take it to an...

Page 31: ...lization Charge of the battery Such an event will be seamless to the operator except that the charge time will be extended beyond the 3 to 5 hour typical charging time If you have been running the Vec...

Page 32: ...d excessive play on the brake lever but the brake pads are still in good condition you should go to an autorized dealer at your earliest convenience to get the system checked Warning Brake fluid may d...

Page 33: ...ve a wear mark If the grooves in the friction material are visible the pad is not worn Rear Brake The rear brake pad material should be at least 1mm thick for effectiveness Note See your autorized dea...

Page 34: ...long life of the LED lighting system individual LED replacement is not expected If a turn signal stop tail light license plate light or trunk light fails it is necessary to replace the entire lightin...

Page 35: ...horizontal line dictated by the headlight center and a vertical line in line with the Vectrix axis It is better to perform this test in dim light Switch on the low beam The height of the light spot sh...

Page 36: ...mits access to the fuses to an authorized dealer You should not attempt to change any fuse on your Vectrix Fuses Warning Any and all fuses need to be serviced by an autorized dealer Do not attempt to...

Page 37: ...o inspect the tire REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT OF TIRES Tires should be checked by an autorized dealer on a regular basis to ensure that they have enough tread and are not damaged or punctured in any way I...

Page 38: ...when the tread is below 2 mm Tires Warning Driving on tires with little or no tread is dangerous and could cause an accident Checking your tread depth is extremely important Failure to do so could res...

Page 39: ...and polishes observe the precautions specified by the manufacturer n n Once the dirt has been completely removed rinse off the detergent with running water After rinsing wipe off your Vectrix with a w...

Page 40: ...ould not store your Vectrix for more than three months without re charging the battery The Vectrix battery will become damaged if the above precautions are not followed TRANSPORTING If you need to sec...

Page 41: ...e swingarm cutting edges one side WARNING Take special care of the brake hose DO NOT CRUSH or place the belt above the swing arm This can cause possible damage and may result in unsafe conditions Care...

Page 42: ...tomer Even after the bikes are inspected some technical problems can occur The following chart offers a guide for you to identify a problem and if possible fix it yourself If you are unable to solve a...

Page 43: ...Call dealer for service Technician must determine charger firmware revision and update minimum Rev 2012 or thereafter Handlebars wobble shimmy Tire pressure Inflate to correct tire pressure see tire s...

Page 44: ...ted planetary gear drive BATTERY TYPE Nickel Metal Hydride NiMH RATED BATTERY CAPACITY 30 Ah 3 7 kW h RATED BATTERY VOLTAGE 125V CHARGER 1 5 kW on board battery charger RECHARGE REQUIREMENTS 110V 230V...

Page 45: ...te the more adversely you will affect the range of your Vectrix Being first off the line means you will also be the first to drain your energy supply Hard Acceleration Reduced Range 2 Does weight affe...

Page 46: ...den heat is generated in the tiresfromdeformationatthecontactpatch Higher inflation pressure reduces this deformation which results in reduced heating of the tire and reduced energy loss A tire that i...

Page 47: ...40 km h FRAME Lightweight aluminum frame WEIGHT ALLOWANCES Underseat Trunk Capacity 26 lbs 12 kg Glove Box Capacity 4 lbs 2 kg Cargo Box and Contents not to exceed 20 lbs 9 kg Performance Data WHEELS...

Page 48: ...opt to recall vehicles if it perceives a safety threat The NHTSA cannot deal with individual problems with dealerships or Vectrix Corporation THE NHTSA CAN BE REACHED AT 1 800 424 9393 OR YOU CAN WRI...

Page 49: ...VECTRIX ZEV OWNER S MANUAL 49 2 3 1 The following pages 50 51 display the locations of safety labels and the labels themselves LABEL LOCATIONS...

Page 50: ...d with a warning light when the side stand is lowered on However it is the rider s responsibility to ensure that the side stand is stowed completely before starting out Failure to observe this warning...

Page 51: ...VECTRIX ZEV OWNER S MANUAL 51 Routine Maintenance Record DATE OF SERVICE MILEAGE SERVICE DESCRIPTION COMMENTS...

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