GEM e2, e4, eS, eL User Manual

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Quick Reference Guide

Tips for Proper Maintenance and Storage of your GEM

2005 All Models - VIN 037265-038895

(last 6 numbers)

2006 Models-e2, e4, eS, eL (does not include e6 or e6S)

BASIC VEHICLE OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• Disconnect the Charging Cord from the vehicle before operating

• Master Disconnect Switch (fi gure A) must be in the ON position

• Turn key clockwise to the ON position

• Fully release the parking brake

• Select driving mode (R, DL, or DH)

• Press accelerator pedal and go

SERVICE CODES

(The Service Code is displayed in the same location as the mph/kph
and is accompanied by the Service Wrench icon.)

[06] Indicates that the accelerator pedal is pressed and no

direction has been selected. Release accelerator pedal and

insure direction switch is locked into position.

[11] Indicates accelerator pedal is pressed before key is turned to

the ON position. Turn key to OFF position. Release

accelerator pedal. Turn key to ON position.

[15] Indicates a low state of charge for the batteries. Fully charge

batteries before operating.

[16] Indicates that there is a high state of charge for the batteries.

Turn headlights on for several seconds, then turn key switch

to the OFF position and then to the ON position.

* If you see other Service Indication Codes please contact your dealer for service.

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HOW TO KNOW IF CHARGE IS AT 100%
After charging is 100% complete, the charger connected icon will be the only thing lit
and the bar graph will not be illuminated. A green light on the charger itself will also
illuminate when the car is 100% charged. To know if the charging process is complete,
all ten bars on the state of charge indicator should be illuminated when the car is turn
on. If neither the charger connected nor the state of charge indicators are illuminated,
the charger may not be charging. If this occurs, make sure the main disconnect switch
is in the ON position. More information on the charger and charging of the batteries is
discussed on pages 48-52 of the Owner’s Manual.

Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for more detailed information regarding your vehicle.

BATTERY CHARGING

GEM vehicles have a battery control and recharge system especially designed for electric
vehicle usage. The charging system is designed to maximize the battery pack life while
recharging the pack in the shortest amount of time with the available household current
(110-volt, 15-amp, A/C outlet). Four of the six batteries are located under the bench
seat cushion and two are located inside the shortback and longback bed or the e2 and
e4 spat. The following guidelines will insure that you get the maximum battery life and
performance out of your GEM electric vehicle batteries.

RECHARGE VEHICLE AFTER EACH USE.

Your GEM vehicle is equipped with a battery charger that includes a feature that will
monitor the state of charge of the batteries, and will initiate a charge cycle whenever the
batteries fall to a pre-determined charge level. To enable this feature, leave the Master
Disconnect Switch in the ON positions (see item 1 below) and keep your car plugged
into a 110-volt A/C outlet (see item 4 below).

NOTE: THE BATTERIES USED IN YOUR GEM VEHICLE WILL PERFORM BETTER
WHEN KEPT FULLY CHARGED. THEREFORE, WHENEVER POSSIBLE, RECHARGE THE
BATTERIES—NO MATTER WHAT STATE OF CHARGE IS INDICATED.

1. The Master Disconnect Switch must be in the ON position for the charger to operate
and charge the batteries. The Master Disconnect Switch is located on the bottom of the
dash on the fuse panel.

2. The Battery Charger Receptacle
is located on the hood. It accepts a
standard, 3 wire, grounded extension
cord. The extension cord should not
exceed the following: 12-gauge wire 50
feet in length or 14-gauge wire 25 feet
in length.

3. Insert the proper extension cord into
the Battery Charger Receptacle.

4. Plug the extension cord into a 110-volt
A/C, 15-amp breaker outlet. A Ground
Fault Interupt protected circuit (GFI) is
recommended. TO ENSURE PROPER

Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for more detailed information regarding your vehicle.