Zap DUDE 2010 Owner's And Operator's Manual - page 25
2010
Owner and Operator’s Manual
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100 % ELECTRIC RANCH-HAND ATV
Place the vehicle on level ground and wash
the entire vehicle.
Tires
Inflate tires to the normal pressure.
Batteries
Disconnect or tickle charge at least once
monthly to a full charge when when not in
use.
External
1. Spray all vinyl and rubber parts with
rubber protection.
2. Spray unpainted surfaces with rust
preventative.
3. Coat painted surfaces with car wax.
PROCEDURE FOR RETURNING TO
SERVICE
1. Clean the entire vehicle.
2. Make sure that the vehicle is properly
lubricated.
3. Perform the INSPECTION BEFORE
RIDING as listed in this manual.
4. Start the vehicle as outlined in this
as much stopping power as dry brakes. This
could lead to an accident. Test your brakes
after washing the ATV, riding at a slow speed.
If necessary, apply brake several times to let
the friction dry out the linings.
Remove the rags or wrapping from the
exhaust pipe. For extended life ofyour
ATV, lubricate according to GENERAL
LUBRICATION section. Follow the
procedures in the INSPECTION BEFORE
RIDING section to check your ATV for any
problems that may have occurred during
your last ride.
STORAGE PROCEDURE
If you do not use your ATV for an extended
period, it will need special service requiring
appropriate materials, equipment and
skill. For this reason, we recommend that
you trust this maintenance work to your
authorized service center. If you wish to
service the machine for storage yourself,
follow the general guidelines below:
Vehicle
WASHING YOUR ATV
With some care, your ATV can be washed in
a similar manner to washing an automobile.
Note: Avoid spraying or allowing water to
flow over the following places:
• Electrical controls
• Batteries
• Controller
• Motor assembly
Use a garden hose at low pressure to remove
the majority of dirt or other debris. Hand
wash your ATV with mild soap or detergent
and water. Try to thoroughly remove all dirt
and debris without excessive water pressure,
even at remote areas such as on motor
cooling fins, linkages or mounting brackets.
Cloth rags, washing mitts or cleaning brushes
can be used. Be careful with brushes as they
may scratch plastic or painted surfaces. Rinse
the ATV thoroughly with clean water. Dry all
areas using a chamois or soft absorbent cloth.
Operating the ATV with wet brakes could
be hazardous. Wet brakes may not provide