E-Z-GO FREEDOM TXT 2+2 - Manual (Page 32)

OPERATING PROCEDURES
Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers.
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High Pedal Disable Feature
High pedal disable prevents undesired acceleration if the direction selector lever is changed, or the key is turned on
while the accelerator is depressed.
Diagnostic Mode Feature
Diagnostic mode eases troubleshooting.
In the unlikely event of certain electrical system failures, the Diagnostic Mode feature will default to a mode that will per-
mit the vehicle to operate, but at a very reduced speed.
This feature allows the vehicle to be driven back to its storage facility where the problem can be diagnosed.
The controller can be put in diagnostic mode by the technician and the controller will report the failure mode.
STARTING AND DRIVING
To reduce the possibility of roll-back which could result in severe injury or vehicle damage, do not
release the service brake until motor has started.
All vehicles are equipped with an interlock system that disables the controller and prevents the vehicle from being oper-
ated or towed while the charger is connected. Remove the charger plug from the vehicle receptacle and properly store
the cable prior to moving the vehicle.
To operate the vehicle:
• Apply the service brake, place the key in the key switch and turn it to the ‘ON’/’N’ position.
• Move the direction selector to the direction desired.
• Release the park brake by depressing the service brake pedal until the park brake releases.
• Slowly depress the accelerator pedal to start the motor.
• When the accelerator pedal is released, the motor controls the deceleration. To stop the vehicle more quickly,
depress the service brake pedal.
When the direction selector is in the reverse position, a warning signal will sound to indicate that the vehicle is ready
to run in reverse.
Starting Vehicle On A Hill
To reduce the possibility of roll-back which could result in severe injury or vehicle damage, do not
release the service brake until motor has started
.
Do not hold vehicle on hill by using accelerator and motor. Leaving motor in a stalled condition for more
than 3 - 4 seconds will cause permanent damage to motor.
To reduce the possibility of permanent damage to the drive system, it is important to prevent excessive roll-back when
starting the vehicle on a hill.
Place left foot on service brake and release the park brake. Depress accelerator with right foot and release the service
brake by lifting the left foot.
NOTICE