Wesley PC-325-6SA - Manual (Page 17)

17 Owner’s Manual and Service Guide – PMT Series
WARNING
NOTE
WARNING
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
D RIVING
Follow these steps to operate your Pack Mule vehicle:
1) Disconnect the battery charger.
Unplug the battery charger from the 110V wall plug
(vehicle will not operate when plugged in). Lower the
seat to close the battery compartment.
2) Check for correct tire inflation (pneumatic tires
only).
3) Inspect for fluid leaks.
4) Ensure surrounding area is clear of all obstructions
and everything properly stored and secured.
5) Turn the key or on/off switch to the ON position.
Be sure that the directional switch is in the neutral
position and the accelerator pedal is not depressed.
Insert the key into the ignition switch (if a key switch)
located on the instrument panel. Turn the key
completely to the right to the ON position, or push the
rocker or toggle switch to the ON position. The indicator
light on the BDI should come on. If not, do not attempt
to operate the vehicle.
6) Move the directional switch to the desired setting.
Push the rocker or toggle directional switch to either the
forward or reverse position. (depress the left foot
presence switch when equipped with this option)
7) Press the Combination Accelerator/Brake Pedal
Depress the speed control pedal with your foot in a
controlled manner. The speed of the vehicle will be
proportional to the amount of pressure applied to the
pedal. The controller converts the signal from the
accelerator pedal, regulating the speed, acting as an
automatic transmission. (If vehicle is equipped with the
optional Foot Presence Switch it must be depressed
simultaneously with the combination pedal to enable the
vehicle to move).
If the directional switch remains in the
FORWARD or REVERSE position for
more
than 10 seconds without
depressing the speed control pedal, the safety delay
feature engages, and the vehicle will not move. The
operator must place the directional switch to neutral,
and then select the desired direction to resume motion.
8) Stop
This unit has a combination accelerator brake pedal.
Releasing the pedal activates the regenerative braking.
Pressing the heel of your foot down on the back part of
the pedal simultaneously engages the mechanical brake
T OWING
Attach a suitable hitch to match the trailer being towed.
Wesley International offers a variety of hitches to choose
from so you can find one suitable for your application. Make
sure the hitch is properly installed and secured. Attach the
trailer to the hitch and the trailer safety chains to the
provided safety chain holes. Wesley offers a variety of
towing capacities. Do not exceed the specified towing
capacity of the vehicle. The maximum tow capacity includes
the combined weight of the trailers, the cargo on the trailers,
and the weight of the driver and cargo on the vehicle. Do
not exceed 5 mph / 8 kph when towing.
C OASTING
To prevent injury or death
resulting from coasting at
above recommended
speeds, limit speed with
service brake.
On steep ramps or hills, it is possible for the vehicle to coast
at faster than normal speeds that may be encountered on a
flat surface. To prevent loss of vehicle control, speeds
should be limited to no more than the maximum speed on
level ground. Limit speed by activating the mechanical
brake by pressing the heel of your foot on the back part of
the combination accelerator/brake pedal
Loading/Unloading
Make sure the vehicle has
come to a full stop before
embarking/disembarking
or
before loading/unloading any
cargo. Turn off the vehicle
when loading/unloading cargo.
Do
not exceed the load
capacity of the vehicle. The
maximum
load capacity
includes the combined weight
of the driver and cargo. Make
sure the cargo is balanced and
securely loaded. Do not load
cargo that can easily fall off the
vehicle,
especially through
turns. Be very careful when
handling cargo that is longer
or wider than the vehicle. Do
not stack cargo so that the
driver’s view is obstructed.
This vehicle is not designed to
carry passengers.
P ARKING
Place the directional switch in the park/neutral
position. Turn the key switch to the off position. Latch
the parking brake on the brake pedal. If parking on an
incline, aim the front wheel toward the curb as shown
in the diagram below