E-ride Industries 2013 User manual

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2013 Model Owners Manual
MAY2013REV1

Table of Contents
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Introduction 1
General Specifications 4
Lighting 10
Driver Controls 15
Vehicle Operation 35
Maintenance 50
Transporting the Vehicle 70
Customer Assistance Information 71
Vehicle Options___________________________________72
Warranty Information 91

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Section 1: Introduction
1.1 A Note to the Customer
Thank you for purchasing your zero emission, battery powered Neighborhood Electric
Vehicle (NEV) from e-ride Industries. Customer satisfaction and safety are the primary
concerns of e-ride Industries. For this reason, it is recommended that you take the time to
read through this entire manual for important information about the safe use and maintenance
of your electric vehicle.

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1.2 About the Manual
This owner’s manual is designed to familiarize you with the safe and proper use of your new
e-ride vehicle. It will help you learn about the features, controls, and operation of your new
electric vehicle. It will also give you important information about maintenance and the
associated safety information. This manual is applicable to the two passenger EXV2
model and the four passenger EXV4 model.

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1.3 Vehicle Identification
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is found on the VIN/Certification Label. This label
is located on the base of the driver’s seat facing the door. The VIN contains information such
as the model year, type, GVWR, tire pressure, and other useful information. Please record
the 17 character vehicle identification number in the space below:
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):
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Date Purchased: ______/_____/______

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Section 2: General Specifications
2.1 e-ride Industries Flatbed Utility Vehicle (EXV2)
Curb weight 2,150 pounds
GVWR 3,000 pounds
Length 155 inches
Width 66 inches
Height 69 inches
Flatbed bed size 66 inches x 59 inches
Drive system voltage 72 volt
Batteries 8 volt flooded lead acid
– qty. 9 (optional
maintenance free

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Lithium-ion)
Drive Axle Gear reduced direct drive 12.49:1 gear ratio
Motor 72 volt DC
separately excited
(optional 72 volt AC)
Top Speed 25 miles per hour
Tires 14” street rated
Brakes Hydraulic four wheel disc brakes with drum parking
brake
Steering Rack & pinion
Chassis Aluminum riveted uni-body
Bumpers Steel front and rear
Suspension Independent front suspension,
leaf spring solid axle in rear

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Speed Controller 72 volt 400 amp with regenerative braking
(optional 72 volt 550 amp AC drive system)
Charger 120 volt 15 amp AC to 72 volt 21 amp DC charger
Charge time Max 8 hours with standard batteries
Charging energy requirements 85-138 volts AC (optional 195-265 volts AC)
Max: 1800 watts
Continuous: 1440 watts
Single phase 45-65 hertz
Lights 4-Headlights (2-low and 2-high), taillights, turn signals,
hazard lights, and brake lights.

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2.2 e-ride Industries Coach Transportation Vehicle (EXV4)
Curb weight 2,180 pounds
GVWR 3,000 pounds
Length 145 inches
Width 60 inches
Height 70 inches
Pickup box size 28 inches x 55
inches
Drive system voltage 72 volt
Batteries 8 volt flooded
lead acid – qty.
9 (optional
maintenance free

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Lithium-ion)
Drive Axle Gear reduced direct drive
12.49:1gearratio
Motor 72 volt DC separately excited (optional 72 volt AC)
Top Speed 25 miles per hour
Tires 14” street rated
Brakes Hydraulic four wheel disc brakes with drum parking
brake
Steering Rack & pinion
Chassis Aluminum riveted uni-body
Bumpers Steel front and rear
Suspension Independent front suspension,
leaf spring solid axle in rear
Speed Controller 72 volt 400 amp with regenerative braking

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(optional 72 volt 550 amp AC drive system)
Charger 120 volt 15 amp AC to 72 volt 21 amp DC charger
Charge time Max 8 hours with standard batteries
Charging energy requirements 85-138 volts AC or 195-265 volts AC
Max: 1800 watts
Continuous: 1440 watts
Single phase 45-65 hertz
Lights 4-Headlights (2-low and 2-high), taillights, turn signals,
hazard lights, and brake lights

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Section 3: Lighting
3.1 Locations
3.1.1 Headlights
The headlights are found in the front of the vehicle mounted into the front of the hood. There
are four headlights total. The dim lights are the center two and the outer two lights are the
bright lights. The dim lights operate with just the center two lights and all four lights are
illuminated on the bright setting. Headlights should be kept clean and in good operation at all
times as not to impair visibility.

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3.1.2 Front Parking Lights/ Turn Signals
These lights operate as both the front turn signals and the parking lights. They are located in
the front of the vehicle mounted into the front of the hood. They are the rectangular amber
colored lights located just below the headlights on either side of the vehicle. They operate
when the headlights are turned on as well as flashing for the corresponding turn signal and
hazards.
3.1.3 Taillights/ Brake Lights/ Rear Turn Signals
These lights have three functions and are the red rectangular lights at the rear of the vehicle
mounted into the tail panel. These operate on their dim setting as the tail lights when the
headlight switch is turned on. They operate on the bright setting when flashing with the
corresponding turn signal and hazards and also when the brake pedal is pushed.

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3.2 Headlight Bulb Replacement
1. Make sure the lights switch and key switch have been turned off.
2. Remove cover from the light by removing the four nuts.
3. Remove the wire connector from the headlight.
4. Turn the bulb counter-clockwise and pull it straight out to remove it from
the housing.
5. To put back together, go through steps 2 – 4 in reverse order.

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3.3 Taillight Bulb Replacement
1. Make sure the lights switch and key switch have been turned off.
2. Turn the socket counter-clockwise to release it from the housing.
3. Pull the bulb straight out to remove it from the socket.
4. To put back together, go through steps 2 and 3 in reverse order.

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3.4 Flasher Replacement
1. Make sure the lights switch and key switch have been turned off.
2. Remove the console and dash assemblies. The flasher is located on the firewall directly
below the wiper motor.
3. Remove it from its retainer and replace. (Flasher # is 552).
4. To put back together, go through steps 2 and 3 in reverse order.
Note: The turn signals and hazards use the same flasher.

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Section 4: Driver Controls
4.1 Digital Dash Display
The digital dash display is the large flat
screen monitor located in the center of the
dash between the selector switch and the 12
volt accessory power outlet. This display
shows multiple functions and includes all the
dash instrumentation.

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4.1.1 Vehicle Speed
The display shows speed on a sweep dial of 0-35 miles per hour. It also displays below the
sweep dial a digital reading of the speed.
4.1.2 Odometer
The display shows the total miles on the vehicle. The miles are not resettable. On the digital
dash display, it is located at the bottom center of the screen.
4.1.3 Hour Meter
The display shows the total hours the key has been turned on. On the digital dash display, it is
located at the bottom right side of the screen. The hour meter is not resettable.

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4.1.4 Battery Discharge Indicator (BDI)
The display shows the state of charge on a bar graph of 0-100 percent. When battery
percentage drops to 0 on the graph, there is 9 percent of battery capacity left. At this point of
discharge, the battery discharge indicator located to the lower left of the graph will flash and
the caution light located on the display to the right of the digital screen will illuminate. (See
section 5.3 Charging of this manual for the charging procedure)
4.1.5 Battery Water Level Indicator (std. flooded lead acid batteries only)
This illuminates when the battery water level is low. This is a warning that displays when
the water level is low enough to cause battery damage. In the event that this light
illuminates, fill the batteries with distilled water from the fill tube provided after the next
charge cycle. (See section 6.1.1 Battery Water Filling in this manual for battery filling
procedure)
*Note: Do not rely on this light for battery watering routine maintenance purposes.

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4.1.6 Clock
The display shows the time of day. This is set by pressing the buttons located on the display
below the digital screen. On the digital dash display, it is located at the bottom left side of the
screen. To set the clock you will need to use the three push buttons on the display located
below the screen, press and hold the button with the right arrow for 3 seconds and then
release when the main menu appears. Press the up and down buttons to navigate to the clock
setting feature and press the right arrow button. Use the up and down buttons to change the
hours, then press the right arrow button. Use the up and down buttons to change the minutes
and press the select button. Finally, press the up and down buttons to navigate to the exit
menu and press the right arrow button.
4.1.7 Left, Right & Hazard indicators
These illuminate when the left, right or hazard turn signals are turned on.