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Key Switch
Fully insert the key into the key switch and turn it clockwise to power up (turn on) your PMV.
Turn the key counterclockwise to power down (turn off) your PMV.
WARNING! If the key is moved to the “off” position while your PMV is in motion, the
electronic brakes engage and your PMV will come to an abrupt stop!
Lights Switch
This switch controls your PMV’s lights.
Toggle the switch forward to turn on your PMV’s rear running lights and front (upper) light.
Toggle the switch to the middle to turn off the PMV’s lights.
Toggle the switch rearward to turn on your PMV’s rear running lights, front (upper) and front (lower)
lights.
WARNING! PMV users are required to use their lights when visibility is restricted—day or
night.
Speed Adjustment Dial
This dial allows you to preselect and limit your PMV’s top speed.
The image of the tortoise represents the slowest speed setting.
The image of the hare represents the fastest speed setting.
Half/Full Speed Switch
Toggle the switch forward (Full) and your PMV’s approximate maximum speed is 9 mph (14.5 km/h).
Toggle the switch rearward (Half) and your PMV’s approximate maximum speed is 4.5 mph (7.24 km/h).
Handbrake Lever (Not Shown)
Your PMV is equipped with a handbrake lever, located on the tiller handle. This lever provides you with
additional stopping power. Release the throttle control lever and gently squeeze the handbrake lever to
come to a stop.
NOTE: If you do not release the throttle before using the handbrake, your PMV may not come to a
complete stop.
Throttle Control Lever
This lever allows you to control the forward speed and the reverse speed of your PMV up to the maximum
speed you preset with the speed adjustment dial.
To Move Forward use either of the following:
Use your left thumb to push the left side of the throttle control lever.
Use your right hand fingers to pull back on the right side of the throttle control lever.
To Move Backward use either of the following:
Use your right thumb to push the right side of the throttle control lever.
Use your left hand fingers to pull back on the left side of the throttle control lever.
Release the throttle control lever and allow your PMV to come to a complete stop before engaging the
other side of the lever. When the throttle control lever is completely released, it automatically returns to
the center “stop” position and engages your PMV’s brakes.
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