Star CAPELLA CP-2 User manual

CAPELLA
OWNERS MANUAL

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Foreword
Dear STAR EV® Product Owner,
Thank you for purchasing this vehicle. Before you drive the vehicle,
read this Owner’s Guide. This guide contains maintenance and
operation information. The illustrations can show items that are
optional for your vehicle.
You can do most of the service procedures in this guide with
common, automotive hand tools. If necessary, contact your service
representative for information about how to service the vehicle as
shown in the Periodic Service Schedule. Repair or replacement parts
are available from your STAR EV dealer.
When you contact STAR EV about service or parts for your vehicle,
the information below is needed.
Vehicle Model:
VIN or Serial Number:

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Starting Model Year 2018
OWNER’S GUIDE ELECTRIC POWERED
VEHICLES - STARTING MODEL YEAR 2018
• The electric vehicle must be driven by qualified and professionally
trained drivers.
• Accelerator pedal and brake pedal cannot be stepped down at the
same time, otherwise it will damage the control system and burn
out the motor.
• When the vehicle starts, the parking brake must be removed.
Otherwise, permanent damage may be caused to the braking
system and other parts may be damaged.
• Modification of vehicles is not allowed. Modification may
aect vehicle performance, life, or even safety and may violate
regulations. Vehicle damage caused by modification will not be
covered by warranty.
• Unreasonable installation of electrical equipment on the vehicle,
such as alarm devices, car phones, etc, may interfere with the
vehicle’s control system electrical signals, aecting vehicle
performance. When installing such equipment, you should consult
our company.
• Due to product improvements, the contents of this manual
may be dierent than what you have.
• Driving aer drinking is strictly prohibited and overloading is
strictly prohibited.

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Battery Storage and Disposal
BATTERY PROLONGED STORAGE
Batteries discharge over time. The rate of discharge changes according
to the ambient temperature, the age and condition of the batteries.
Completely charged batteries will not freeze in winter temperatures
unless the temperature is less than -75°F ( - 60°C).
For winter storage, the batteries must be clean, completely charged
and disconnected from any electrical drain.
The battery charger can remain connected to the vehicle to keep a full
charge on the batter- batteries while the charger is connected to an
active electrical supply. The batteries must be checked and charged
again as required or at a minimum of 30-day intervals.
Check and keep correct fluid level in all battery cells during the
storage period.
Correct fluid level is necessary for maximum battery performance.
BATTERY DISPOSAL
Lead-acid batteries are recyclable. Return discarded batteries to
distributor, manufacturer or lead smelter for recycling. For neutralized
spills, put residue in acid-resistant containers with absorbent material
such as sand. Dispose in accordance with local, state and federal
regulations for acid and lead compounds. Contact local or state
environmental oicials for the disposal information.

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Table of Contents
SAFETY
General 11
Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers 12
General Operations 13, 14, 15
Maintenance 15, 16
Labels and Pictograms 17-22
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Approximate vehicle dimensions 24-29
Turning diameter and incline information 30, 31, 32
INTRODUCTION
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS 34
FEATURES 35
General Information 35
Key Switch and Direction Selector 35, 37, 46, 49,
57, 60, 63, 70
Power Meter (if equipped) 36
Headlight switch (if equipped) 36
Accelerator and Brake Pedals 36, 46
Turn Signal Switch (if equipped) 34, 36, 46
Horn button (if equipped) 34, 36, 46
Tow switch (if equipped) 36
Parking Brake 5, 37, 49
Front Seat 38, 39
Front Hip Restraint 38
Cup Holder 38
Steering Wheel 36, 38, 41, 43, 76
Rear Seat and Cargo Platform (if equipped) 38, 47
Rear Hand Rail 38
Rear Handle 38
Charger Receptacle 39, 44
Weather Enclosure (if equipped) 39
Rear View Mirror (if equipped) 39
DC to DC Converter 35, 39
Battery Compartment 39

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OPERATING PROCEDURES
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS 40
BEFORE INITIAL USE 41
PORTABLE CHARGER INSTALLATION 42
HOW TO USE THE CHARGER 44
CHARGER MAINTENANCE 44, 75
HOW TO OPERATE THE VEHICLE 45, 49, 51
Direction Selector Operation 46
Accelerator and Brake Pedal Operation 46
Horn (if equipped) 34, 36, 46
Tow Switch Operation 34, 36, 39, 60
Rear Seat and Cargo Platform Operation 38, 47
Regenerative Braking 48
Pedal-Up Braking 48
High Pedal Disable Feature 49
STARTING AND DRIVING 49
Starting Vehicle on a Hill 49
COASTING 49
LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS 17, 18, 20, 50
ROOF AND WINDSHIELD (if equipped) 50
MAINTENANCE
VEHICLE CLEANING AND CARE 51
ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS 51
Battery Storage 6
Battery Disposal 6, 51
LIFTING THE VEHICLE 52, 60
WHEELS AND TIRES 54
Tire Repair 55
Wheel Installation 56
LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT 57
Headlight (if equipped) 36, 57
Taillight/brake light (if equipped) 57

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TRANSPORTING VEHICLE 58
Towing 11, 58
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 52, 59
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 60
TIRE INSPECTION 60
BRAKES 37, 45, 61
REAR AXLE 61, 77, 79
Checking the Lubricant Level 61
HARDWARE 58, 62, 70
BATTERY CHARGING AND MAINTENANCE 63, 72
Safety 63
Battery Maintenance 63, 64
At Each Charging Cycle 64
Monthly 64, 76, 77
Electrolyte Level and Water 65
Battery Cleaning 68
Prolonged Storage 6, 71
Battery Charging 63, 72
AC Voltage 73
Fault Diagnosis 73
Hydrometer 64, 73, 74, 75
Using A Hydrometer 75
Battery Charger Maintenance 75
PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE 4, 15, 60, 68,
76, 77, 78
APPENDIX A
Declaration of Conformity 80, 81

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