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SAFETY
Operator Safety
• Never modify this vehicle through improper installation or use of non-GEM-approved accessories.
• Always set the park brake and remove the key when leaving the vehicle unattended.
• The voltage in the battery pack is sufficient to cause death by electrocution. With the exception of
battery inspections and refilling the water in flooded type batteries, never attempt to perform service
on the electric drive system, including the battery pack. See your GEM dealer.
• Always keep hands and feet inside the vehicle at all times. Always keep both hands on the steering
wheel (driver) and both feet on the floorboards of the vehicle during operation.
• Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating this vehicle.
• Never operate at excessive speeds. Always operate at a speed that's appropriate for the traffic, the
visibility and operating conditions, your skills and your passenger’s skills.
• Always inspect the vehicle before each use to make sure it's in safe operating condition. Always
follow the inspection procedures described in this manual.
• Always travel slowly and use extra caution when operating on unfamiliar terrain. Be alert to changing
terrain.
• Always follow proper procedures for turning. Make turns slowly, especially when the ground is wet,
greasy, bumpy or sloping. Never turn the steering wheel abruptly when driving at high speed.
• Always have this vehicle checked by an authorized GEM dealer if it has been involved in an
accident.
• Always be alert for obstacles when operating this vehicle. Never attempt to operate over obstacles.
• Do not drive through water above the floor of the vehicle. Battery damage will occur.
• Never operate this vehicle on steep hills.
• Never operate on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain.
• Always be careful of skidding or sliding. On slippery surfaces such as ice, travel slowly and exercise
caution to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of control.
• Always be sure there are no obstacles or people behind your vehicle when operating in reverse.
When it's safe to proceed in reverse, move slowly. Avoid turning at sharp angles in reverse.