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Golfboard 2014 Owner's Manual

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    Owner’s manual 2014 surf the earth ver. 2.0 08/2014.

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    Welcome to golfboarding thank you for your golfboard purchase! The golfboard is going to change the way you experience the game of golf forever. From now on, when you “surf the earth” from shot-to-shot, you will enjoy golf in a whole new way - we call it golfboarding. Young or old, first time surfer...

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    Table of contents table of contents .......................................................................................................................................1 1 introduction ...................................................................................................................

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    4.11 troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................37 5 warranty and customer information ...................................................................................38 5.1 warranty ........................

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 3 1 introduction 1.1 welcome playing golf with a golfboard is new. It's fun, easy, and with just some simple instructions most anyone can quickly learn how to properly operate a golfboard. To ensure all new users have a safe and enjoyable experience, we have developed this c...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 4 1.3 notices, cautions, warnings, and dangers this owner’s manual uses notice, caution, warning, and danger throughout. Please pay close attention to the following alerts emphasizing specific information. Print this manual and keep it with your golfboard as a reference for ...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 5 1.4 about this manual all specifications and descriptions are accurate at the time of publishing. Solboards inc. Continually modifies material to be current and accurate and we reserve the right to make changes at any time, without notice and without obligation. Copyright ...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 6 1.5 general information 1.5.1 identification numbers the vin is an 11-digit number located on the front left tray of the frame. Do not alter or remove this label as it is the identifier of your golfboard for purposes of registration, identification, and service..

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 7 golfboard 1 golfboard technical specifications 8/20/14 battery pack li-ion nominal voltage 44 v fully charged voltage 50.4 v battery capacity 1 kwh max input power 5 kw max propulsive power 2.5 kw ac adapter external charge time (after 18 holes) 1 hour charge time (complet...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 8 1.6 included components 1.6.1 standard golfboard • golfboard • stability bar/bag holder • ac adapter • warranty certificate • packaging • key 1.6.2 wireless remote package additional components: • wireless remote • wireless remote micro-usb charging cord 1.6.3 wired thrott...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 9 2 safety information 2.1 general safety warnings • before using, read operating instructions and thoroughly review safety information. • keep both feet on deck and hold stability bar tightly at all times while moving. • 1 rider per board maximum. • drive slowly in turns an...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 10 or unknown and whether or not foreseeable, including, without limitation, those for or relating to bodily injury, property damage or loss of life, that in any way relates to, results from or arises out of the board or its use by user, or any and all additional users. Solb...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 11 2.4 warning labels and pictograms 2.4.1 location of important labels 2.4.2 description of important labels number description label 1 designated lift spot. 2 fleet number. 3 do not step area. Only step on the traction deck of the golfboard..

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 12 4 basic operating instructions. 5 general warnings. 6 do not step area. Only step on the traction deck of the golfboard..

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 13 7 general warnings. 8 unique board serial number for identification. 9 on/off switch. 10 weight limit warning. 11 electrical hazard danger. 12 general warnings..

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 14 2.5 in the event of an accident if the golfboard is involved in any kind of an accident in which it appears parts have been damaged, it is necessary have the vehicle checked by a qualified technician before further use. 2.6 emi warning electromagnetic and radio frequency ...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 15 2. Medium-range mobile transceivers such as those used in police cars, fire trucks, ambulances and taxis. These usually have the antenna mounted on the outside of the vehicle. 3. Long-range transmitters and transceivers such as commercial broadcast transmitters (radio and...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 16 2.6.2 warnings electromagnetic interference (emi) from sources such as radio and tv stations, amateur radio (ham) transmitters, two-way radios and cellular phones can affect powered vehicles. 2.7 motor vehicle transport the golfboard should be stowed in the trunk of a car...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 17 2.8 inclement weather precautions exposure of your golfboard to inclement weather conditions should be avoided whenever possible. If suddenly caught up in rain, snow, severe cold or heat while operating your golfboard, proceed to shelter at the earliest opportunity. Thoro...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 18 2.11 braking information your golfboard is equipped with a powerful regenerative brake system which uses electricity to rapidly slow the vehicle when the throttle control lever returns to the center/stop position. 2.12 outdoor driving surfaces your golfboard is designed t...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 19 notice never use the golfboard for climbing up or riding down stairs. Never try to go over an obstacle that is more than the maximum recommended slope angle and curb climbing in the specification sheet. When climbing an obstacle drive always so that the golfboard front is...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 20 3 operating instructions 3.1 general operating instructions • read manual and safety warnings prior to riding. • study and understand controls. • turn key or flip switch to “on” position (on remote also if applicable). • while vehicle is stopped, select forward or reverse...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 21 before each subsequent ride, ensure that: • you don’t have alcohol or drugs in your system. • you are in good physical and mental condition. 3.3.1 riding gear we recommend the following clothing items be worn when riding the golfboard for safety and comfort. Do not wear c...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 22 attaching your golf bag: 1. Remove the strap on the top bag support by pulling out on the buckle release arm. 2. Expand the lower strap all the way outwards until it reaches it’s maximum strap loop size. 3. Place your bag onto the stability bar bag support base. 4. Wrap t...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 23 3.3.3 rider training all new golfboard riders should take the time to become familiar with how the golfboard works and handles. This starts with viewing the safety video and reviewing the supplemental new user on-boarding procedures. Do not ride in heavily populated areas...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 24 3.3.4 pre-ride inspection check the following items before stepping onto the golfboard: • remote accelerator (if applicable): before turning on your golfboard or remote, ensure the accelerator trigger is functioning without obstruction and moves slowly without binding. • ...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 25 3.3.4 loading guidelines danger overloading the golfboard can cause a crash and you can be seriously hurt or killed. Follow load limits in this manual. Warning the combined weight of rider and golf bag should not exceed 287 pounds (130 kg). Notice your golfboard is rated ...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 26 3.4 starting and operating controls 1 2 1) on/off key switch the ignition switch is mounted along the side of the golfboard next to the charging port (2) and is used for turning the golfboard on for operation and off for charging and storage. 2) charging port operation of...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 27 1 - on/off switch 2 - high/low switch 3 - accelerator 4 - fwd/rev switch 5 - golfboard battery meter 6 - remote battery meter 7 - local inventory control number 8 - usb charging port.

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 28 3.6 wired thumb throttle controls 3.6.1 wired remote labels 1 - on/off switch 2 - high/low switch 3 - accelerator 4 - fwd/rev switch 5 - golfboard battery meter.

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 29 3.6.2 maximizing your range the range of the golfboard is defined as the distance the vehicle will travel on a single full charge of the onboard battery pack. The range of the golfboard is an estimate based on varying factors. Some of the factors that affect range include...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 30 3.7 preventing unintended movement if you anticipate being in a stationary position for an extended period of time, turn off the power. This will prevent unexpected motion from inadvertent throttle control lever contact. Do not turn off power when on a steep hill as the b...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 31 4 maintenance 4.1 necessary maintenance equipment and tools the following equipment and tools are required to perform maintenance tasks on the golfboard. If owners do not have the following items, a full professional level tool kit, or individual tools, will be made avail...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 32 4.2 winter inactivity guidelines in the case of seasonal inactivity or shutdown period the following procedure should be followed: 1. Completely charge the batteries. 2. Remove ac adapters from power outlet and charging port on each golfboard. 3. Store golfboards in a coo...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 33 replacement: when tire wear becomes evident, using basic inspection procedures, you must replace the tires or injury to operators and/or damage to the golfboard could occur. The golfboard rim uses “split rim” technology, which makes tire replacement procedures possible wi...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 34 4.5.1 average recharge time after one 18 hole round: 1 hour fully depleted battery pack: 2.5 hours 4.5.2 replacement replacement of the battery pack should be completed after approximately 1,600 18 hole rounds, or approximately 5 years when used every day of the year, or ...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 35 4.8 lubrication the heavy-duty gearboxes on each end of the golfboard are fully sealed and lubricated for the life of the product. No lubrication should be needed during the life of the golfboard. 4.9 bumper pad replacement the golfboard uses standard bumper pads, which h...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 36 4.10 motor maintenance the golfboard utilizes a high efficiency 4 pole brushed motor. The motors require zero maintenance besides the occasional replacement of brushes. Brush replacement guidelines approximate operating time before replacement is required replacement 1 1,...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 37 maintenance schedule 4.11 troubleshooting the following table provides troubleshooting and repair instructions for symptoms encountered when operating the golfboard. It presents the best ways to handle the faults. The table contains three columns: symptom - describes the ...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 38 the motors may be overheating. Low speed switch flipped. Turnoff the board, and allow motors to cool. Check to see the remote was not accidentally flipped to low speed. 5 unable to charge. Improper connection to golfboard charge port. Ac adapter not plugged properly to el...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 39 sol boards, inc. (“sol boards”), the maker of the golfboard™ 4-wheel drive electric-powered board (“board”), warrants that, for the applicable warranty period set forth below, a new board that is both purchased in the united states from sol boards or an authorized sol boa...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 40 who is covered? This limited warranty covers the original purchaser of a new board and anyone else who owns the board during the warranty period (all of whom may be referred to as a “purchaser”) during such period of time as they own the board. A purchaser may assign the ...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 41 to make a claim under this limited warranty, purchaser must first call sol boards’ toll-free customer support line (888) 238-2841 to speak with a sol boards customer support representative. Sol boards may require that purchaser provide photographs, images or other informa...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 42 warranties implied by, and incapable of exclusion under applicable law. Any such implied warranties which may be required by applicable law and are not disclaimed, including, without limitation, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpos...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 43 __________________________________________________________________________ warranty registration purchaser’s signature: _____________________________________________________ purchaser’s name: _______________________________________________________ purchaser’s address: ___...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 44 6 appendix 6.1 addendum i – stability bar refusal this stability bar refusal - addendum (“addendum”) is part of the assumption of risk and release of claims (“agreement”) entered into by the golfboard owner (“owner”), and owners’ parent/guardian if owner is less than eigh...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 45 6.2 addendum ii – helmet refusal this helmet refusal - addendum (“addendum”) is part of the assumption of risk and release of claims (“agreement”) entered into by the undersigned golfboard owner (“owner”), and owner’s parent/guardian if owner is less than eighteen (18) ye...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 46 6.1 supplement – new user on-boarding process overview playing golf with a golfboard is new. It's fun, easy, and with just some simple instructions most anyone can quickly learn how to properly operate a golfboard. To ensure all new users have a safe and enjoyable experie...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 47 note: all first-time users are required to practice using the golfboard prior to going out on a golf course. Therefore new users need to arrive at least 1 hour prior to their tee- time. This will allow new users time to practice riding the golfboard in an open, grassy are...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 48 objects is critical to safe use. As such, when operating the board near other people or fixed objects, it is important to proceed slowly. Once stopped, the golfboard will not move until the user engages the throttle again. As a general rule, it is best to stop the board o...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 49 the greatest amount of stability and leverage to steer the board. Like a snowboard, or surfboard, users simply shift their body weight from one side of the board to the other in order to turn. As weight is increasingly applied to one edge of the board, the wheels pivot ca...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 50 because it takes a few minutes for most first time user to perfect the basic golfboarding skills, a new user practice session is best conducted in a wide open, flat and grassy area, with no other people nearby. Most new users quickly learn how to operate the golfboard, an...

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    Golfboard owner’s manual 51 preparation for next use it is important to report any problems or incidents, which may have resulted in damage to the board or bodily injury. The club management needs to be made immediately aware of any accidents, and an incident report must be immediately completed. Af...