Star EV AC48-2-AC-UB-L-D, AC48-2-AC-UB-S-D Owner's Manual
Owner’s Manual and Service Guide
C-Series: AC48-2-AC-UB-L-D and AC48-2-AC-UB-S-D
February 2015
Table of Contents
Introduction 3
Vehicle Specifications 4
Important Labels 5
Operation System 6
Operational Process 8
Rules for Safe Operation 11
Maintenance 12
Storage 24
Troubleshooting 25
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Introduction
Thanks for purchasing a STAR EV C-Series. For your better use, please read through this manual before operate the
C-Series to avoid any possible damage due to improper operation, and keep it after reading for future reference.
Important Information: Important information is showed in following way in this manual to arouse your attention:
WARNING
Fail to follow Warning instructions could result in severe injury or death to the vehicle occupants, bystanders or
persons inspecting or repairing the vehicle.
CAUTION
Fail to follow Caution instructions could cause damage to the vehicle.
Special Notice:
Because the seat AND backrest wrapping film may stick to the seat vinyl and cause seat vinyl fading or stained,
please remove the seat & backrest wrapping film when you start to use your STAR.
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Vehicle Specifications
Passengers
2 2 Battery group
8 x 6V, Trojan T105
8 x 6V, Trojan T105
Motor
7 HP
7 HP
Controller Power (amps)
450 Amp, AC Curtis
450 Amp, AC Curtis
Maximum speed (mph)
19.5 (20-25 LSV)
19.5 (20-25 LSV)
Cargo capacity (lbs)
550
1100
Dimensions (in)
105 x 46.5 x 74
138 x 47 x 75
Weight including batteries
(lbs)
1710
2300
Ground Clearance (in)
5 5 Turing Radius (ft)
11.5
15
Wheelbase (in)
67
96
Climbing capacity
20%
20%
Front suspension
Independent A-arm with coil
over shocks
Independent A-arm with coil
over shocks
Rear suspension
Leaf spring and shock
Leaf spring and shock
Steering system
Rack and pinion
Rack and pinion
Brake system
4-wheel hydraulic disc
4-wheel hydraulic disc
Tire size
205 / 50 / 10, 6-ply DOT
205 / 50 / 10, 6-ply DOT
Tire pressure (psi)
32
32
C-Series Standard C-Series Long
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Important Labels
WARNING Please read the following labels carefully before operating the vehicle, and promptly replace any labels
which become unreadable or removed. “Security Warning” label under the dashboard:
“Warning” label under the dashboard:
“Warning” label besides the parking-brake handle:
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Operation System
Schematic Figure of Operation System
Turn Signal Switch
Functions of Operating System
Power Key: Controls the power supply of the whole vehicle. When the key is inserted and turned clockwise, it will
switch on lights, horn and the control system; when the key is turned back, the power will be switched off.
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Acceleration Pedal: Controls the speed. It should be depressed slowly. The vehicle speeds up with the gradual
depressing, and reaches full speed when the pedal is stepped down completely. The vehicle slows down when the
pedal being released gradually. When the pedal is fully released, electric brake works.
Brake pedal: Decelerates and stops the vehicle.
F&R switch: This switch is a three-position button. Pressing the upper part causes the vehicle to move forwards
while depressing the lower part causes the golf car move in reverse, and the middle is neutral.
NOTE: The buzzer will beep when the Reverse is pressed.
Parking brake Lever: Park and brake the vehicle.
Steering Wheel: Controls the driving direction.
Headlight Switch: Controls the headlights.
Turn Signal Switch: Controls the turning signal.
Wiper & Horn Switch: Controls the wiper and horn.
Emergency Stop Switch : Stops the power of the whole vehicle in case of an emergency.
NOTE: Before you switch on the vehicle, please always check the status of this switch to make sure that it is on
OFF position.
Digital Combination meter: Please refer to following figure:
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Operational Process
Starting the vehicle
• Select F for Forward or R for Reverse from F&R Switch.
• Switch on Power Key.
• Release the Parking Brake lever.
• Step down on the Acceleration Pedal smoothly.
WARNING
• If you switch on Power Key first before selecting Forward or Reverse on F&R switch, the vehicle will not
run. In this case, please switch off Power Key, select Forward or Reverse, and step down on the
Acceleration Pedal to start the vehicle.
• If you step down on the acceleration pedal before switching on the power key, the vehicle will not run.
Stopping the Vehicle
• Step on the Brake Pedal to decelerate the vehicle until it stops completely and shift F&R switch to the
Neutral position.
• Engage the parking brake lever to park the vehicle.
• Release the service brake.
• Switch off all lights.
• Switch off the power and take out the key.
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Charging the batteries
CAUTION
• There are two different kinds of charger for you to choose: an exterior charger and a built in (on-board)
charger. Before you use the charger, please read the charger operation manual.
• Explosive hydrogen gas is produced while the batteries are charged. Only charge in well-ventilated areas.
• Before using the charger, please check if the battery charger you are using is correctly rated as per your
local AC electricity network.
• Do not disconnect the DC output cord from the battery receptacle when the charger is ON. In this case an
arc can occur which may cause an explosion.
• It is prohibited to open the housing of the charger.
• Only a qualified electrician is allowed to open the housing of the charger.
• The charger should be stored in safe and dry room with good ventilation.
• The charger should be packed properly if not used for long time.
Charging procedure
• Turn off the power of the whole vehicle.
• Exterior charger:
o Connect charger to the DC receptacle on the vehicle.
Connect the charger to AC power.
Turn on the charger.
o Turn off the charger when the batteries are fully charged. Disconnect the charger from AC power
first, then disconnect the charger with DC receptacle.
• Onboard (built-in) charger:
o Connect the charger(s) with AC power.
o Turn on the charger(s).
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