OWNER’S GUIDE SUPPLEMENT EXCEED HYBRID TECHNOLOGY SYSTEM 618966 ISSUED AUGUST 2011 REVISED OCTOBER 2011
WELCOME Thank you for purchasing this vehicle. Before driving the vehicle, we ask you to spend some time reading this Owner’s Guide Supplement. This contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with engines and how to avoid them. It also contains instructions for the proper use and care of the engine. Physical differences in controls will be illustrated. Most of the service procedures in this guide can be accomplished using common, automotive hand tools.
WELCOME Thank you for purchasing this vehicle. Before driving the vehicle, we ask you to spend some time reading this Owner’s Guide Supplement. This contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with engines and how to avoid them. It also contains instructions for the proper use and care of the engine. Physical differences in controls will be illustrated. Most of the service procedures in this guide can be accomplished using common, automotive hand tools.
FOREWORD Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers. OWNER’S GUIDE SUPPLEMENT EXCEED HYBRID TECHNOLOGY SYSTEM FREEDOM EXCEED SHUTTLE 2+2 EXCEED SHUTTLE 2+2 HS EXCEED 2Five TWO-PASSENGER EXCEED 2Five FOUR-PASSENGER EXCEED STARTING MODEL YEAR 2012 E-Z-GO Division of TEXTRON Inc.
FOREWORD Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers. This vehicle has been designed and manufactured in the United States of America (USA) as a ‘World Vehicle’. The Standards and Specifications listed in the following text originate in the USA unless otherwise indicated. The use of non Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) approved parts may void the warranty. Overfilling battery may void the warranty.
TABLE OF CONTENTS TITLE PAGE NO. SAFETY INFORMATION SECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS SECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 INTRODUCTION SECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 OPERATING PROCEDURES SECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TABLE OF CONTENTS Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers.
SAFETY INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR SAFETY INFORMATION SECTION TITLE PAGE NO. GENERAL .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 3 GENERAL OPERATION ........................................................................................................................................................................................
SAFETY INFORMATION Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers.
SAFETY INFORMATION Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers. GENERAL All vehicles can be used for a variety of tasks beyond the original intended use of the vehicle; therefore, it is impossible to anticipate and warn against every possible combination of circumstances that may occur. No warning can replace good common sense and prudent driving practices.
SAFETY INFORMATION Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers. The manufacturer cannot anticipate all situations, therefore people attempting to maintain or repair the vehicle must have the skill and experience to recognize and protect themselves from potential situations that could result in severe personal injury or death and damage to the vehicle.
SAFETY INFORMATION Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers. LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS 1. KEEP HANDS AND FINGERS AWAY FROM HOT SURFACES KEEP HANDS AND CLOTHING AWAY FROM DRIVE BELT AND PULLEY’S KEEP HANDS AND FINGERS AWAY FROM FAN BLADES 2.
SAFETY INFORMATION Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers.
GENERAL SPECIFICATION TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS SECTION TITLE PAGE NO. EXCEED HYBRID TECHNOLOGY SYSTEM - GAS ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS ...............................................................................................
GENERAL SPECIFICATION Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers. MODEL: FREEDOM EXCEED SHUTTLE 2+2 EXCEED SHUTTLE 2+2 HS EXCEED 2Five TWO-PASSENGER EXCEED 2Five FOUR-PASSENGER EXCEED FEATURE: EXCEED HYBRID TECHNOLOGY SYSTEM YEAR: 2012 ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE: 12S435931009 - Horizontal Shaft, 9 GROSS TORQUE 900 SERIES Model: 120000 Stroke: 2.200 in (55.88 mm) Displacement: 12.
INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR INTRODUCTION SECTION TITLE PAGE NO. FEATURES .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11 ON/OFF Switch ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 11 Choke Control........
INTRODUCTION Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers.
INTRODUCTION Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers. FEATURES General Information NOTICE If the vehicle is equipped with factory installed custom accessories, some accessories remain operational with the key switch in the ‘OFF’ position. 6 2 1 3 4 5 Oil Access Panel 1. ON/OFF Switch Located on the dash panel, is a three position switch.
INTRODUCTION Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers. 2. Choke Control NOTICE Choke is usually unnecessary when restarting a warm engine. Use of the choke may be needed for cold starts or if the exceed unit does not start while pressing the Exceed Switch. Press the choke button (not more than 10 seconds) while pressing the Exceed switch and release when the Exceed unit starts. 3.
OPERATING PROCEDURES TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR OPERATING PROCEDURES SECTION TITLE PAGE NO. EXCEED HYBRID UNIT by E-Z-GO .................................................................................................................................................................... 15 BEFORE INITIAL USE .........................................................................................................................................................................................
OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers.
OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers. EXCEED HYBRID UNIT by E-Z-GO The Exceed Hybrid unit is a fully integrated supplemental power source. Get up to 150 miles on a single charge and benefit from the convenience of an on-board generator and 120 volt, three prong power outlet.
OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers. OPERATING THE VEHICLE Improper use of the vehicle or the lack of proper maintenance may result in damage or decreased performance. 1. Turn the Exceed generator ON and OFF as desired/needed. 2. To start the Exceed unit, press the top half of the Exceed unit switch as shown. 3.
OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers. Do not overfill engine. Too much oil may cause smoking or allow oil to enter the air filter enclosure. NOTICE The oil dipstick/fill cap must be in place before operating the engine. Failure to install the dipstick/fill cap will result in oil becoming contaminated and/or being discharged into the engine compartment.
OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES SECTION TITLE PAGE NO. CLEANING AND CARE ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 21 Cleaning ....................................................................................................................................................................................................
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers. CLEANING AND CARE Cleaning To reduce the possibility of severe injury or vehicle damage, read and understand all instructions supplied by manufacturer of pressure washer. Do not pressure wash inside the Hybrid Exceed Unit. When pressure washing exterior of vehicle, do not use pressure in excess of 700 psi.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers. Any electrolyte spills should be neutralized with a solution of 2 teaspoons (10 ml) sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) dissolved in 1 quart (1 liters) of water and flushed with water. Aerosol containers of battery terminal protectant must be used with extreme care.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers. PROLONGED STORAGE To reduce the possibility of severe injury or death resulting from a possible explosion: Do not handle fuel in an area that is not adequately ventilated. Do not smoke near the fuel tank or refuel near open flame or electrical items which could produce a spark. Store vehicle in a clean, dry area.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers. Adjusting The Belt Loosen the generator pivot bolt. While holding the lower adjusting nut with a wrench, loosen the upper jam nut with another wrench. Move the lower nut up or down the adjustment bolt until proper belt tension is achieved. Hold the lower nut in place and tighten the upper jam nut against it.
