E-Z-GO Terrain 1000 - Electric Owner Manual - Page 9

SAFETY Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers. SAFETY 1 For any questions on material contained in this manual, contact an authorized representative for clarification. Read and understand all labels located on the vehicle. Always replace any damaged or missing labels. On steep hills it is possible for vehicles to coast at greater than normal speeds encountered on a flat surface. To prevent loss of vehicle control and possible serious injury, speeds should be limited to no more than the maximum speed on level ground. See GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS. Limit speed by applying the service brake. Catastrophic damage to the drivetrain components due to excessive speed may result from driving the vehicle above specified speed. Damage caused by excessive speed may cause a loss of vehicle control, is costly, is considered abuse and will not be covered under warranty. For towing/transporting vehicle, refer to "TRANSPORTING VEHICLE" Vehicles equipped with Precision Drive System™ (PDS) must be towed with the Run-Tow/Maintenance switch, located under the passenger seat, in the 'Tow/Maintenance' position. Signs similar to the ones illustrated should be used to warn of situations that could result in an unsafe condition. BATTERY WARNING Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to cause cancer and reproductive harm. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING! BATTERIES AND RELATED PARTS CONTAIN LEAD WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING! WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to cause cancer and reproductive harm. ! < 14˚ 25% DO NOT DRIVE ACROSS SLOPES IN EXCESS OF 14˚ Be sure that this manual remains as part of the permanent service record should the vehicle be sold. Observe these NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS; be aware that servicing a vehicle requires mechanical skill and a regard for conditions that could be hazardous. Improper service or repair may damage the vehicle or render it unsafe. Throughout this guide NOTICE, CAUTION, WARNING, and DANGER will be used. NOTICE A NOTICE indicates a condition that should be observed. A CAUTION indicates a condition that may result in damage to the vehicle. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling. DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. 1- 3