Go-Ped ESR750H PPV User Manual
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Patmont Motor Werks, a Nevada Corporatio n (hereinaft er referred to as “P.M.W.”) expr essly warrants th at each of its produ cts is free
from defects in materi al and workmanship unde r normal operatin g conditions and according to proper use for a perio d of 90 days fro m
the date of origina l purchase. Normal opera ting condi tions requ ire adequa te fuel / oil ratio and / or routine care and maint enance by
the purc haser of the pro duct. Proper use means that th e P.M.W. tra nsportation product i s to be used onl y in the manner in tended for
persona l transportat ion of a single rider with prop er safety equipment descr ibed on the RED SAFETY WARNING LABEL affixed to the
product . P.M.W. Transportat ion Prod ucts are intended for us e only with th e proper safety equipment on smoothl y paved, safe, dry,
non-oi ly surfaces in accor dance with local reg ulations dur ing daylight hours. In express conside ration for purch asers execution of the
limited warranty and lia bility ag reement, P.M.W. will repair or rep lace any part or compo nent, other than tires, of the P.M.W. transportation product free of ch arge to the ori ginal purchaser wh o regist ers his/ her product under the warranty progr am. Warran ty service
can be obtained by calli ng your l ocal dealer or t he Tech. Line at (925) 3 73-7827 an d followi ng the i nstructions given b y the service
represe ntative. Sh ipping co sts will b e at the purchasers ’ expense.
This warra nty does not apply to tire wear, operation und er abnormal condi tions or damage to the vehicle brought on by improper use.
Racing , competit ive or commercia l use, or modificatio n of the pr oduct sh all vo id this expre ss limited warr anty. All mod els with the
G260RC engine and the GSR40i are not warranted for piston/cylinder seizure due t o adjustability of th e car buretor, that can be
tampered by end user. Engin e crankshaft failures on spindle drive models are not cove red under warran ty due to varying ridi ng styles
and the adjustabi lity of the tire to spin dle pressure by end user. Purch aser herewith acknowledges: (a) P.M.W. assumes no liabi lity for
any misuse of any of its tra nsportati on products. (b) Under th is limited war ranty and li abili ty agreement P.M.W. shall have no obl igation and t he p urchaser or use r sh all have no remedy against P.M.W., its officers, agents o r assi gns for any damages, including
without limitatio n, inciden tal, conse quential , special, punitiv e damages ar ising fr om direct or indirect injury to person or property, or
any othe r loss, whethe r or not occasi oned by negl igence, or otherwise, on the part of P.M.W. (c) Purch aser acknowl edges that there
is an in herent ri sk in the op eration o f motorcycles, bicycles, mopeds, and all P.M.W. transportation produ cts, and her ewith assumes
the ri sk of any injury arising fro m operation of any P.M.W. transportatio n product.
Origi nal owner will indemnify and hold P.M.W. harmless and will take ful l responsibi lity for conveyi ng all safety warni ngs, instruct ions,
and li mited warranty if unit i s sold, len t, or other wise transfe rred to oth er persons and will in demnify P.M.W. from any c laims again st
it for origin al owners’ fai lure to do so. THE EXPRESS L IMITED WARRANTY DESCRIBED ABOVE SHALL BE EXCLUSIVE AND
THERE IS NO OTHER W ARRANTY OR LIABILITY, EXPRESS OR I MPLIED, ARISING BY LAW OR OT HERWISE AND W HETHER
OR NOT OCCASIONED BY SELLER’S NEGLIGENCE. THERE IS NO IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCH ANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THOSE EXPRESSLY STATED HEREIN.
NOTICE: Some states do not allow the exclusi on or li mitation of i ncidental or conseq uential damages and so me states do n ot allow
li mita tio n on h ow lo ng an im pl ied war ra nt y la sts , th ere fo re, som e of the abo ve l imi tat ions ma y no t ap pl y to you .
NOTICE: Your Homeowners Insurance may not cover either Direct or Third Party Liability Cla ims arising fr om use of this or any other
Go-Ped® product.
PLEASE ACKNOWLED GE THAT YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND EACH WARNING
_ This device does not conform to Fed eral Motor Vehicle Safe ty standards and is n ot intende d for op eration o n public streets,
roads or highways.
_ Safety helmet, go ggles, gloves, el bow, and knee pa ds, appropriate shoes, and b right clothing must be worn whi le operat ing this
device to reduce potential of injur y.
_ Do not operate this devi ce in tra ffic, or on wet, fro zen, oily or unpave d surfaces. Avoid uneven surfaces, chuckhol es, surface
cracks, obstacles and night or condi tions of darkness.
_ Never carry passe ngers and objects that can hin der your a bilitie s to safely operate your vehi cle.
_ Pregnant person s should not use thi s product .
_ Never use alcoh ol or drugs before or while operatin g this dev ice. They slow react ion time a nd impair judgment.
_ This product sh ould not be used by minors with out adult supervisi on.
_ High speeds, jumps and trick maneuvers a re dangero us and co uld resul t in loss of contro l and oth er accide nts.
_ Wh en accele rating or climbing hills, you will need to l ean forward , under braking conditions yo u will need to l ean back, t o keep
wheels i n contact with the g round.
_ Never permit a g uest to use this devi ce unle ss the gu est has rea d the user manual and all labels.
_ I agr ee to pro vide my guest with helme t, safety goggles, elbow pads, and knee pads.
_ Engin e shut off switch is availabl e for rea r wheel br aking or for use i n the eve nt of throttle fai lure or other emergency when
engine shut off i s desired.
_ This product sh ould not be used by persons unwilling or unable to take responsib ility fo r their own actions.
_ Read all addi tional warnings and instructions in user manual before operating this P.M.W. prod uct.
_ Adults purchasing this Uni t for Children, inclusive b ut not l imited to a Parent o r Guardia n, assume di rect lia bility for injury to the
child , or to t hird parti es to whom th e child entrusts the vehicl e.
_ Homeowner s Insuran ce may not co ver eith er Direct or Third Party Li ability Claims Arisi ng from Use of this or any othe r GoPed® product.
_ I her ewith promis e not to entrust this vehicl e to any child un der the a ge of 16 ( Sixteen) ye ars of age.
_ Never remove exhau st tube fro m manifold o f engine or serio us damage to your GoPed and yourself will result.
ANY DISPUTE HER EUNDER WILL BE RESOLVED THROUGH B INDING ARBITRATION IN THE CITY OF RENO, COUNTY OF
WASHOE, NEVADA, ACCORDIN G TO THE RULES GER MANE TO ARBITRATIONS CONTAINED IN R EVISED NEVADA
WE AGREE TO HAVE ANY DISPUTES ARISIN G O UT OF THE MATTERS I NCLUDED IN THE ‘ARBITRATION OF DISPU TES’
PROVISION DECIDED BY NEUTRAL ARBITRATION AS PROVIDED BY NEVADA L AW, AND THAT YOU ARE GIVI NG UP ANY
RIGHTS YOU MIGHT POSSESS TO HAVE THE DISPUTE LITIGATED IN A COURT OR JURY TRIAL. BY SIGNING BELOW YOU
ARE GIVING UP YOUR JUDICIAL RIGHTS TO DISCOVERY AND APPEAL, UNLESS THOSE RIGHTS ARE SPECIFICALLY INCLUDED
IN THE ‘ARBITRATION O F DISPUTES’ PROVISIO N. IF YOU REFUSE TO SUBMIT TO ARBITRATION AFTER AGREEI NG TO THIS
PROVISION, YOU MAY BE COMPELLED TO ARBITRATE UNDER THE AUTHORITY OF THE NEVADA CODE OF CIVIL PROCEDURE.
YOUR AGREEMENT TO TH IS ARBITRATION PRO VISION IS VOLUNTARY. You sh ould feel free to consult an attorney before
signi ng this limite d warran ty and liabi lity agreement. I have read underst ood an d agree d to be bound by the limited warranty and
liabi lity agreement above and agree to submit disputes arising out of matter s in cluded in the arbi tration of dis putes provisi on t o
neutral arbitration.
WHAT WE GUARANTEE AND WHAT YOU PROMISE US
WE SETT LE ARGUMENTS BY ARBITRATION
STATUTES .
Section 8: Operator Tips to Improve Performance
There are a lot of little things that an operator should do to unlock the full potential of the Electric
Vehicle. In this section you will find some tips and advise intended to help you achieve that goal.
8.1 Keep Your Motor Cool.
The most common method of damaging the unit is by over heating the motor. Motors can be over
worked and eventually this will burn out the brush card inside the motor. Replacing a brush card is
simple and straight forward but can be avoided. Avoid frequent accelerations, burnouts, towing
heavy loads, long steep hill climbs, and the likes that require the motor to work harder. If you have
been working the motor hard, reach down and carefully feel the temperature of it. The best place is
at one of the 2 power terminals and if it is too hot to hold your hand/finger against then stop riding
and give it a chance to cool down before continuing. These heavy loads also exert huge power
draws from the batteries that dras tically shorten your usable range and battery life. With that in
mind, get into the practice of pushing off with the unit from a standing start to get some forward
momentum before applying the throttle. A simple push off from all your dead stops can squeeze
out another mile or m ore range as well as reduce the load and heat on the motor. In addition,
keeping your speed relatively constant will also help maximizes available range.
Don’t get dragged down. Brakes and chain should not be dragging or preventing the wheel from
spinning freely. There is a small amount of natural drag created by the drive components but
making sure they are in working order, properly lubricated, adjusted, and in alignment, will help
ensure you are not losing any performance.
Rolling. Make sure you have the proper pressure in the tires. There is a PSI tire pressure rating
on the side wall on the tire and you should try to keep your ESR tires at that pressure at all times.
We have found it is safe to go as high as 10 PSI above the rating on the sidewall. This will further
reduce the rolling resistance of the tires and increase the usable range, acceleration, and speed.
WARNING: DO NOT over inflate w heels more than 10 PSI above
recommended levels market on the sidewall of the tire.
8.2 Battery Care
Letting the batteries sit in the unit with a depleted charge is harsh on the chemistry that makes
them functional and will greatly reduce their usable life. So, it is best to get in the practice of
keeping them charged whenever possible.
Charge For Storage. Do not leave unit on a charge for more then 1 week. Any longer and over
charging can end up damaging the batteries or even create an potential fire hazard. If you plan to
store the unit for more than a week you should first charge the unit fully then disconnect the
charger to store and put the unit on a charge for a few hours once a month to insure the batteries
stay “topped off”.
8.3 Riding surfaces to avoid
Your unit incorporates some very sophisticated and sensitive electronic components that do not
like heavy vibrations or shock loads that is typically associated with riding on an unpaved/uneven
surface or hopping down street curbing. The occasional unavoidable bumps are OK but try to avoid
rough terrain whenever possible.
Weather Conditions to Avoid: Although some water resistance measures have been made, your
Electric Vehicle is not completely sealed from the elements so driving the unit through standing
water, wet or muddy conditions runs the risk of severely damaging it. The ideal solution to riding
any 2-wheel vehicle in wet/muddy conditions is to just not do it.
Clean is good. This does not mean you cannot wash or clean your unit. They like being shiny and
clean as it helps prevent dirt from getting into the electronics. Therefore, when it is time to get the
sparkle back in your unit you can do so with a mild soapy damp dish-towel and wipe it down. Just
avoid heavy amounts of water that can end up finding its way to any of the electronics.
Hot or Cold. Another weather conditions you should be aware of are extreme temperatures. The
hotter the temperature the less efficient your unit will be so try to avoid operation on those very hot
days. Also, avoid allowing your scooter to sit in freezing temperature as this could cause sever
battery damage.
Note: Only use original Go-Ped® tires/wheels. Replacing the rubber tire takes some practice. If
you are having trouble, have your authorized Go-Ped® dealer teach you, or have them perform
this task for you.
Replacing pneumatic tires and tubes: The tires and tubes are critical components requiring
precise reassembly to insure proper alignments. An authorized Go-Ped® dealer using OEM parts
should do this operation.
Warning: Completely deflate wheel before wheel disassembly or any work on
the wheel. Failing to do so can result in serious injury.
7.3 Chain Tension Adjustments
Proper chain care and maintenance is essential to longevity and wear of the drive components on
your chain drive unit.
• Your unit may be fitted with an auto adjusting chain guild that will automatically self-adjust for
proper chain tension. The only maintenance required for it is to insure that it is still operating properly
and still keeping tension on the chain.
• Make sure that the sprockets are perfectly aligned to each other. Use a long straight edge or you
can check this visually by lining up the rear sprocket with the front and seeing that the chain is
straight.
• For non self-adjusting chain tensioners, loosen the 6mm nut which retains the
chain tensioner. Push the chain tensioner down to take up slack in the chain.
Rotate the rear wheel and test the tension in several different places. You may find
that the chain gets slightly tighter when the wheel is in a certain position. With the
wheel in the “tight spot” leave about ¾” of chain play in the chain as shown.
Retighten the nut to lock the tensioner in place.
CAUTION: Tightening the chain more than necessary will cause your dri ve
components to wear prematurely and add performance reducing drive system
friction.
• The chain should be lubricated before each ride.
• Your chain should be clean and free of debris. Use a safe cleaning solvent but the chain must be
re-oiled once it is dry.
• Sprockets should be periodically checked for damage and wear. If you notice that there is any
damage to the sprockets or a tooth missing it should be replaced immediately.
• A small setscrew holds the small tooth sprocket in place on the motor shaft. Periodically check to
make sure this setscrew is tight. If the setscrew loosens or falls out, the motor will spin but will not
turn the rear wheel.
Contents
Section 1: Important Information
1.1) About this Manual
1.2) A SPECIAL NOTE FOR PARENTS
Section 2: Operator Safety
2.1) Safety Equipment
2.2) Mechanic al Safety Check
2.3) Scooting Safety
2.4) Rules to Scoot By
2.5) Stunts, Wheelies, or Jumps
2.6) Wet Weather Riding
2.7) Night Riding
Section 3: Assembly
3.1) Pre-assembled scooters
3.2) Some assembly required
3.3) Folding Feature
Section 4: Operations
4.1) Charging “Sealed Lead Acid” (SLA) models
4.2) Charging “Lithium Ion” (Li-Ion) models
4.3) Fuel Gauge (Flux Capacitor)
4.4) Power Switch
4.5) Auto-Off Feature
4.6) Economy/Turbo Modes
4.7) Batteries
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Section 5: Controls
Section 6: Maintenance and Parts
6.1) Service and Maintenance Schedule
Section 7: Adjustment
7.1) Brakes
7.2) Wheels
7.3) Chain tension adjustments
7.4) Suspension
Section 8: Operator Tips to
Optimize Performance
8.1) Keep Your Motor Cool
8.2) Battery Care
8.3) Riding surfaces t o avoid
WARNING: Never lubricate chain while motor is running. Always keep fingers,
clothing, and other objects clear of any rotating chain or wheel.
7.4 Suspension
• Your suspension comes pre-adjusted and ready to ride from the factory.
• The nut in the middle of the suspension “knuckle” is for the disassembly of the suspension. It
takes special tools t o assemble the suspension properly so consult an authorized Go-Ped® Dealer
before att empting any replacement of internal suspension parts. However, tightening and or
loosening this center nut also stiffens and loosens the suspension you can tighten CW this center
nut for a stiffer feel or loosen CCW for a softer one. You just need to make sure that the nut does
not come off and liquid thread lock like Locktite is recommended if loosening for a softer feel.
• It may take a bit of riding for the suspension to adapt completely to the adjustments made.
Adjustments should be made in small increments and a light thread lock fluid may be needed to
secure center nut setting.
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service.
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