Operator`s manual

1.0 INTRODUCTION
This manual provides important safety information, operating instructions, model specifications and
maintenance instructions for the CR-10 Chariot.
The information in this manual is limited to care and maintenance information only. Information covering
repairs and technical service is provided in detailed service manuals available from Columbia Dealers.
These activities require the attention of a skilled technician and the use of special tools and equipment.
Your Columbia Dealer has the facilities, experience and genuine Columbia vehicle parts and accessories
to properly service Columbia vehicles.
1.1 SAFETY MESSAGES
Safety messages and other information in this manual are preceded by the words DANGER, WARNING,
CAUTION or NOTICE. They are printed in bold face, and are very important. We recommend you take
special notice of this information.
Danger indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
Warning indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
Caution indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTICE: Notices are messages not related to personal injury. They will provide key information
to prevent property damage and to assure procedures are more easily understood or
implemented.
1.2 VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
The Chariot is a single passenger vehicle involving stand-up operation. This vehicle is designed to be
driven on smooth surfaces in and around industrial plants, nurseries, institutions, motels, mobile home
parks, and resorts.
This vehicle is not designed to be driven on public highways. It is designed to conform to requirements for
Type E vehicles as described in O.S.H.A. Standard Section 1910.178 (Powered Industrial Trucks) and
with all applicable portions of the American National Standard for Personnel and Burden Carriers (ANSI
B56.8 1993 Part III).
1.3 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)
Each vehicle is assigned a unique Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN). The VIN describes facts and features of the vehicle and
contains thirteen (13) digits. The VIN can be found in two locations.
The VIN is recorded on the vehicle nameplate which is located on
the left side of the operator’s position. See Figure 1.3.1.
The nameplate also has other important information such as vehicle
weights and capacity. Do not exceed this capacity. This rated
capacity includes cargo and operator.
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Figure 1.3.1