Country Home Products Outdoor Cart Garden Cart User Manual

Garden Cart

Safety & Operating

Instructions

PLEASE READ THESE SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. FAILURE TO DO SO

CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.

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Table of Contents

CHAPTER 1............................................................................................................................. 1

INTRODUCING THE NEUTON GARDEN CART........................................................... 1

Conventions Used In This Manual ................................................................................. 1

CHAPTER 2............................................................................................................................. 3

GENERAL SAFETY RULES............................................................................................... 3

Safety and Information Labels ........................................................................................ 3

Protecting Yourself and Those Around You ................................................................... 4

Preparing to Use Your Cart ............................................................................................. 4

Operating Your Cart ........................................................................................................ 5

Moving on Slopes............................................................................................................ 6

Servicing Your Cart.......................................................................................................... 6

Handling the Battery Safely............................................................................................. 7

Safely Charging the Battery ............................................................................................. 7

CHAPTER 3............................................................................................................................. 9

SETTING UP YOUR NEUTON GARDEN CART............................................................. 9

Unpacking Your Cart ....................................................................................................... 9

Package Checklist .......................................................................................................... 10

Hardware........................................................................................................................ 11

Assembling Your Cart.................................................................................................... 12

CHAPTER 4........................................................................................................................... 17

CHARGING AND CARING FOR THE BATTERY.......................................................... 17

About the Battery........................................................................................................... 17

Charging the Battery...................................................................................................... 17

Replacing the Battery..................................................................................................... 18

About the Overload Safety Feature ............................................................................... 19

Caring for the Battery..................................................................................................... 20

Disposing of the Battery Responsibly........................................................................... 20

Recycling a Used Battery ............................................................................................... 20

CHAPTER 5........................................................................................................................... 21

OPERATING YOUR NEUTON GARDEN CART ........................................................... 21

Understanding the Control Switches............................................................................ 21

Loading Your Cart.......................................................................................................... 22

Moving Forward Fast..................................................................................................... 22

Moving Forward Slowly ................................................................................................. 22

Moving Backward .......................................................................................................... 23

Stopping......................................................................................................................... 23

CHAPTER 6........................................................................................................................... 25

CARING FOR YOUR NEUTON GARDEN CART.......................................................... 25

Storing Your Garden Cart.............................................................................................. 25

CHAPTER 7........................................................................................................................... 27

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ........................................................................................... 27

Leaf Catcher ................................................................................................................... 27

Side Rails........................................................................................................................ 27

Soft Cover....................................................................................................................... 27

Accessory Pack............................................................................................................... 27

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CHAPTER 8........................................................................................................................... 29

TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................... 29

Troubleshooting Table................................................................................................... 29

CHAPTER 9........................................................................................................................... 32

PARTS LISTS, SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS AND WARRANTY........................................ 32

Parts List - Handlebar Tray Assembly........................................................................... 32

Schematic- Handlebar Tray Assembly .......................................................................... 33

Parts List - Bucket Assembly ......................................................................................... 34

Schematic - Bucket Assembly........................................................................................ 35

Parts List - Drivetrain Assembly.................................................................................... 36

Schematic - Bucket Assembly........................................................................................ 37

NOTES: .......................................................................................................................... 38

Warranty......................................................................................................................... 39

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CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCING THE NEUTON GARDEN CART

Congratulations on purchasing your new NEUTON Garden Cart.

Your NEUTON Garden Cart is motorized — never push or balance a wheelbarrow again! Its battery-

powered front-wheel-drive makes your Cart easy to move: simply press and go, release and stop. Its

three oversized, inflatable tires make your Cart stable and easy to load. Its unique design and low

center-of-gravity make your Cart easy to lift and dump. And the convenient controls caddy keeps tools,

cups, and other items at your fingertips.

As you get to know your NEUTON Garden Cart, you’ll discover that it’s strong, light, easy to maintain,

and whisper quiet. It’s clean, too, because it runs on a battery. You’ll breathe easy and keep your yard

beautiful the smart, fun way — with your NEUTON Garden Cart.

Please let us know if you have any questions. Just call our Technical Support Department’s toll-free

phone number 1-866-NEUTON1 (638-8661); they will be happy to help you. When you call, please have

your order number available so we can help you quickly.

Conventions Used In This Manual

This manual enlists a number of techniques to help you get the most out of these instructions and,

ultimately, the most out of your Cart.

THIS WARNING SYMBOL ALERTS YOU TO ESSENTIAL OPERATING, SAFETY, AND MAINTENANCE

(SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS THAT ARE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD

RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.

THIS CAUTION SYMBOL ALERTS YOU TO ESSENTIAL OPERATING, SAFETY, AND MAINTENANCE

(SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS THAT ARE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD

RESULT IN MINOR OR MODERATE INJURY.

THIS INFORMATION IS IMPORTANT IN THE PROPER USE OF YOUR CART. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS

INSTRUCTION MIGHT RESULT IN DAMAGE TO YOUR CART OR YOUR PROPERTY.

Tip: This is a helpful hint to guide you in getting the most out of your Cart.

Tools Needed: This indicates you will need a special tool to perform a maintenance function on your

machine.

NOTE: This information may be helpful to you when using your Cart.

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CHAPTER 2

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

READ THIS SAFETY & OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE YOU USE THE NEUTON GARDEN CART. BECOME

FAMILIAR WITH THE OPERATION AND SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS TO ENSURE THE BEST

PERFORMANCE FROM YOUR MACHINE.

We want you to enjoy years of safe and productive use from your NEUTON Cart. We don’t want you to

get injured, so please take time to read these Safety & Operating Instructions in their entirety before

using your new Cart.

These Safety & Operating Instructions are shipped with the NEUTON Garden Cart. It explains how to

set up and safely operate your new NEUTON Garden Cart. Carefully adhering to the safety and

operating instructions in these instructions will ensure many years of productive use.

The NEUTON Garden Cart is designed for residential use. Your performance might vary depending on

the weight of your load, the slope of the terrain, and the texture of the driving surface.

Safety and Information Labels

You’ll find these labels on your NEUTON Garden Cart. Please read them before operating your Cart.

The NEUTON Garden Cart Warning & Operating label (part number 208321)

The NEUTON Garden Cart Controls Panel label (part number 208311)

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Protecting Yourself and Those Around You

•

TRAGIC ACCIDENTS CAN OCCUR IF YOU ARE NOT ALERT TO THE PRESENCE OF CHILDREN WHEN

USING YOUR CART. CHILDREN ARE OFTEN ATTRACTED TO THE CART. NEVER ASSUME THAT

CHILDREN WILL REMAIN WHERE YOU LAST SAW THEM.

•

BE SURE THE AREA IS CLEAR OF OTHER PEOPLE BEFORE MOVING. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN,

BYSTANDERS, OR PETS IN YOUR WORK AREA WHEN YOUR CART IS BEING MOVED.

ONLY ALLOW RESPONSIBLE INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE A THOROUGH UNDERSTANDING OF THESE

INSTRUCTIONS TO OPERATE YOUR CART. NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE YOUR CART.

NEVER CARRY CHILDREN. THEY MAY FALL OFF AND BE SERIOUSLY INJURED OR INTERFERE WITH

THE SAFE OPERATION OF YOUR CART.

BEFORE AND WHILE DRIVING YOUR CART BACKWARDS, LOOK BEHIND AND DOWN FOR SMALL

CHILDREN.

USE EXTRA CARE WHEN APPROACHING BLIND CORNERS, SHRUBS, TREES, OR OTHER OBJECTS THAT

MAY OBSCURE YOUR VISION.

WEAR SHOES WITH NON-SLIP TREADS. IF YOU HAVE SAFETY SHOES, WEAR THEM. DO NOT USE

YOUR CART WHILE BAREFOOT OR WEARING OPEN SANDALS.

IF YOU ARE EVER UNSURE ABOUT AN ACTION YOU ARE ABOUT TO TAKE, PLEASE DON’T DO IT.

Preparing to Use Your Cart

•

READ, UNDERSTAND, AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS ON YOUR CART’S LABEL AND IN THIS

GUIDE. BE THOROUGHLY FAMILIAR WITH THE CONTROLS AND THE PROPER USE OF YOUR CART

BEFORE STARTING.

THOROUGHLY INSPECT THE AREA WHERE YOUR CART IS TO BE USED, AND REMOVE ALL STONES,

STICKS, WIRE, PET SUPPLIES OR LAWN TOYS, AND ANY OTHER FOREIGN OBJECTS THAT YOU COULD

RUN OVER. ALSO NOTE THE LOCATION OF HOLES, RUTS, BUMPS, STUMPS, AND OTHER POSSIBLE

HAZARDS.

•

USE YOUR CART ONLY IN DAYLIGHT OR IN AN AREA WELL LIT BY ARTIFICIAL LIGHT.

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Operating Your Cart

•

KEEP A FIRM HOLD ON THE HANDLE, AND WALK — NEVER RUN.

DO NOT PUT YOUR HANDS OR FEET NEAR OR UNDER THE ROTATING WHEELS.

NEVER OPERATE YOUR CART IN THE RAIN OR IN TALL WET GRASS. REMEMBER, THIS IS AN ELECTRIC

CART.

•

DO NOT MOVE IN REVERSE UNLESS ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY. WHEN MANEUVERING IN REVERSE,

USE EXTREME CAUTION. ALWAYS LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND YOU BEFORE MOVING BACKWARDS.

•

DO NOT OPERATE YOUR CART IF IT DOES NOT START OR STOP NORMALLY.

STAY ALERT AND WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING.

ALWAYS BE SURE OF YOUR FOOTING.

DO NOT OPERATE YOUR CART WHEN YOU ARE TIRED OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS OR

ALCOHOL.

•

DO NOT USE YOUR CART FOR ANY JOB OTHER THAN THOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED.

USE ONLY MANUFACTURER-RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES.

DO NOT MODIFY YOUR CART IN ANY WAY. MODIFICATIONS VOID YOUR WARRANTY.

WHEN OPERATING OVER UNEVEN TERRAIN AND SLOPES, USE EXTREME CAUTION TO ENSURE

SOLID AND FIRM FOOTING.

•

NEVER CARRY PASSENGERS.

DO NOT PULL YOUR CART BACKWARDS WHILE RUNNING IN FORWARD GEAR. THIS CAN DAMAGE

THE MOTOR AND RUIN THE GEARS.

•

PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE MOTOR AND GEARS – DO NOT TOW ANYTHING BEHIND YOUR CART OR

OVERLOAD IT.

DO NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM LOAD OF 200 POUNDS (90 KILOGRAMS) ON LEVEL GROUND AND

150 POUNDS (68 KILOGRAMS) ON SLOPES. OVERLOADING CAN BE DANGEROUS AND CAUSE

PERMANENT DAMAGE TO YOUR CART.

•

EVENLY DISPERSE THE LOAD IN YOUR CART’S BUCKET.

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Moving on Slopes

SLOPES ARE A MAJOR FACTOR RELATED TO SLIP-AND-FALL ACCIDENTS, WHICH CAN RESULT IN

SEVERE INJURY. ALL SLOPES REQUIRE CAUTION. IF YOU FEEL UNEASY ON A SLOPE, DO NOT DRIVE

ON IT.

DO:

•

Use caution on slopes. Whenever possible, move up and down the slope at an angle.

Exercise caution when changing directions on slopes.

Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, or any other potential object that your Cart could hit.

Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Be careful on uneven terrain to avoid overturning your Cart. Tall grass can

hide obstacles.

•

When moving down slopes, always keep your Cart in low gear and moving. The friction of the motor helps

you keep better control of your Cart.

Use caution when carrying heavy loads up slopes. If your Cart is overloaded, the safety fuse may trip and

allow the Cart to roll back toward you, causing severe injury.

DO NOT:

•

Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually.

Do not move near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The Cart could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in.

•

Do not park your Cart on hills or steep slopes.

Servicing Your Cart

ALTERING THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM COULD CAUSE A FIRE RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY. DON’T

DO IT.

•

Using components other than those supplied could cause overheating, fire, or explosion.

Never make adjustments or repairs with the motor running.

Keep all nuts and bolts tight, and keep the equipment in good condition.

Keep your Cart’s wheels free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.

Keep your Cart clean and dry. Use a damp cloth or sponge with a mild soap or detergent when cleaning your

Cart. Never use gasoline, solvents, or other petroleum-based or solvent-based products when cleaning.

•

Periodically inspect the wire connector. If it is damaged in any way, do not use your Cart until the wire

connector has been replaced or repaired.

When not in use, store your Cart indoors in a dry place.

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Handling the Battery Safely

•

USE ONLY THE 12-VOLT, LEAD-ACID, RECHARGEABLE BATTERY AND THE 12-VOLT BATTERY

CHARGER THAT SHIPS WITH YOUR CART, OR THEIR COUNTRY HOME PRODUCTS REPLACEMENT.

USING THE WRONG TYPE OF BATTERY OR CHARGER COULD CAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION

RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY.

NEVER LIFT OR CARRY THE BATTERY BY THE WIRES OR CONNECTORS. THIS CAN DAMAGE THE

BATTERY AND POSSIBLY CAUSE A FIRE RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY. LIFT AND CARRY THE

BATTERY BY THE CASE ONLY.

Read the safety instructions on the battery. Only adults should handle the battery. The battery is heavy and

contains sulfuric acid (electrolyte). Dropping the battery could result in serious injury. Get a firm grip and

use caution when removing or changing the battery.

• Examine the charger and the connectors for excessive wear or damage each time you charge the battery.

If you determine there is a problem, do not use the charger or the battery until you have replaced the

worn or damaged part.

•

Batteries contain sulfuric acid. To prevent burns, avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. To prevent

fire or explosion keep sparks and open flames away from the battery.

•

Exercise care in handling the battery in order not to short-circuit it with conducting materials such as

rings, bracelets, and keys. When short-circuited, the battery or conductor may overheat and cause

burns.

•

Never throw away used batteries in your household trash. Bring them to a recycling center or

household hazardous waste depot for proper disposal. Please refer to “Recycling a Used Battery” for

more information.

PLEASE DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES RESPONSIBLY, ACCORDING TO YOUR LOCAL HAZARDOUS

MATERIALS REGULATIONS.

Safely Charging the Battery

• Charge the battery before using your Cart.

• Never allow the battery to completely discharge; charge the battery before this happens.

• Charge the battery before storing your Cart. Do not leave the battery discharged, as this can ruin it.

• Never allow children to charge the battery. The electricity involved in charging the battery could injure

child.

• NEVER charge the battery in the rain or in wet locations.

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CHAPTER 3

SETTING UP YOUR NEUTON GARDEN CART

Your NEUTON Garden Cart ships complete in one box. Before using your Cart, you must assemble it.

Review the checklist to make sure you have all the parts you need. Then, take some time to review the

drawings and photographs to get familiar with the steps needed to assemble your Cart. It’s much

easier to assemble your Cart once you see and understand how the parts all fit together.

Unpacking Your Cart

Open the long-end of the box with the taped closure, then lay the box down on its side with the buckets

on the bottom. Slide everything out part way — that way you can easily reach all the parts in the box.

Empty all the items from the box onto a strong table and make sure you have all the parts. Use the

pictures on the next two pages to compare.

Some Special Unpacking Instructions

•

Be extra careful with the drive train; it’s heavy, so use both hands to lift it. The drive train comes

wrapped in its own box. The battery is shipped already mounted in the drive train.

•

Clip the straps on the drive train’s box, then with its housing down, slide the drive train out.

The battery stays neatly nestled within the drive train’s housing. Two zip ties hold it in place for ease of

assembly later. Do not remove the zip ties at this time. The zip ties need never be removed unless you

require a replacement battery in the future.

•

The wire harness is tucked into one corner of the drive train housing. Carefully pull the wire harness out

and route it through the slot in the drive train housing. Protect the exposed electronics of the drive train

and battery until you are ready put them — as one unit — into your Cart.

•

The caddy is attached to the buckets with ties. Cut the ties to detach the caddy.

Leave the hardware in the separate colored bags until you are ready to use them.

Save the charger’s cardboard box; use it to store the charger.

Other than the exceptions noted above, remove all the remaining cardboard and plastic wrapping from

the parts.

•

Keep all the packing materials, including the box, until your two-year warranty expires.

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Package Checklist

Country Home Products ships the following items with your new Cart. Please check to make sure

you have everything listed below [part numbers in brackets]. If you are missing any of these items,

please call Customer Service at 1-866-NEUTON1 (638-8661) for assistance.

Upper Bucket

[207241]

Lower Bucket

[209751]

Controls Caddy

[211261]

Drive Train

[211251]

Front Wheels

Rear Caster Wheel

[207281]

[207271, 2 each]

Battery

Battery Door

[207311]

Upper Handle

[207291]

[104831]

Wheel Bolt

[208401, 2 each]

Battery Charger

[207321]

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Hardware

All hardware comes in colored bags: blue, green, clear, and red. You need each bag for a different step

when assembling your Cart. Only open the bags when you need to use them. Below are drawings of the

hardware (not drawn to scale) together with their quantities, and the steps where you use them.

Following that is a table that describes the contents of each bag.

1/4" x 1-3/4" (4 each)

Step 6

1/4" x 1-1/2" (6 each)

Steps 3 and 5

1/4" x 1" (4 each)

Step 4

1/4" x 1/2" (6 each)

Step 2

1/4" Lock Washer (8 each)

Steps 3 and 4

1/4" Small Flat Washer (14 each) 1/4" Large Flat Washer (4 each)

1/4" Nylon Lock Nut (6 each)

Steps 5 and 6

Steps 3, 5 and 6

Step 4

Tie Wrap (3 each)

Step 8

Contents of Colored Hardware Bags

Bag Color

Step

Description

Hardware

Quantity

Blue

Attach the buckets

1/4" x 1/2" Screw

1/4" Lock Washer

1/4" Small Flat Washer

1/4" x 1-1/2" Screw

1/4" Lock Washer

1/4" Large Flat Washer

1/4" x 1" Screw

Green

Clear

Attach the drive train

Attach the caster wheel

Attach the upper handle

1/4" Small Flat Washer

1/4" x 1-1/2" Screw

1/4" Nylon Lock Nut

1/4" Small Flat Washer

1/4" x 1-3/4" Screw

1/4" Nylon Lock Nut

Tie Wraps

Red

Attach the controls caddy

Secure the wire harness

All of the screws you need to assemble the NEUTON Garden Cart have a diameter of 1/4"; only the

lengths vary. This is good to know if somehow the screws get jumbled while you are assembling your

Cart. If this happens, simply get out a ruler and measure the length of the screw and you’ll know what

size you are working with.

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Assembling Your Cart

Before using your Cart, you must first fully assemble it by performing these main tasks:

1. Read these Safety & Operating Instructions fully.

2. Attach the buckets.

3. Attach the drive train.

4. Attach the wheels.

5. Attach the upper handle.

6. Attach the controls caddy.

7. Plug in the wire harness.

8. Secure the wire harness

Each of these steps is described in detail below.

Tools needed:

•

Phillips screwdriver

7/16" open-end wrench

Adjustable wrench

Safety scissors

1. Read the Safety Instructions

For your own safety and understanding, please read these Safety & Operating Instructions in their

entirety— paying special attention to Chapter 2: Important Safety Considerations — before assembling

and using your Cart. Your experience using your Cart will be greatly enhanced as a result of reading this

guide.

Lower handles

Lower bucket

2. Attach the Buckets

•

Place the Upper Bucket upside down on a large,

clean, flat surface (such as a strong table or a

clean floor).

•

Place the Lower Bucket (again, upside down) on

top of the Upper Bucket, aligning it with the

channel rim. Make sure the two buckets are

connected the right way — the lower handles

must be aligned over the round handle holes in

the rear of the upper bucket.

•

Snap the two buckets together. Check to make

sure the two buckets are seated tightly together.

Tip: Look into each of the six screw holes in the

Lower Bucket; make sure they all align with

the inserts in the Upper Bucket and the two

buckets are firmly seated together. Then you

can easily screw in the screws.

Upper bucket

Figure 1. Aligning and attaching the Upper and Lower Buckets.

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• Open the blue hardware bag. Insert a 1/4" x 1/2" screw through each of the holes in the rim of the lower

bucket (Figure 1).

• Tighten the center two screws first using a Phillips screwdriver. The ends of the buckets will now more

easily align. Then tighten the remaining four screws. Be careful not to over-tighten the screws.

Tip: Tighten the screws until they are just snug. Don’t press down too hard or tighten the screws too much.

This can cause the threaded inserts (in the upper bucket) to loosen and spin freely. If an insert does

loosen, push it back in and lock it into its recessed position. Then you can tighten the screw again.

3. Attach the Drive Train

Rear mounting

plate

Now, attach the entire drive train and battery

to the bucket assembly.

•

Lift the drive train assembly and place it onto the

lower bucket (Figure 2).

•

Face the wire harness and the battery door towards

the rear mounting plate (attached to lower handle

assembly). Make sure that the wire harness is

routed through the slot in the drive train housing.

Center screw

Figure 2. Attaching the drive train.

DO NOT PLACE THE DRIVE TRAIN ON TOP OF THE WIRE HARNESS.

Line up the drive train’s holes with the lower bucket’s receiving holes. The receiving holes on the lower

bucket have threaded inserts already in them.

Tip: Make sure the drive train is seated properly on the lower bucket before inserting the screws. There

is a specific position that the drive train lines up with. Again, you can look in the holes in the drive

train assembly to see when it aligns properly.

• Open the green hardware bag. First place a 1/4" lock washer on the 1/4" x 1-1/2" screw, then a 1/4"

small flat washer. Insert the screws and washers through each of the holes (Figure 2).

•

Use your hands to align and loosely screw in the screws. Once all four are loosely screwed in, tighten

them down snugly with a Phillips head screwdriver. Again, don’t over-tighten them.

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4. Attach the Wheels

First, align the wire harness, then attach the rear caster

wheel and the front wheels.

Screw

Lock washer

Flat washer

Threaded

wire

harness

• Thread the wire harness underneath the rear mounting

plate (Figure 3). This helps keep the wire harness from

flopping around once you turn the Cart over.

Threading the wire harness might prove a little tricky;

just stick with it.

• Remove any kinks and twists from the wire harness

once it’ s through.

• Position the rear caster wheel over the receiving holes

in the rear mounting plate on the lower bucket

(Figure 3). The caster plate aligns lengthwise with the

mounting plate. If the holes don’t align, try twisting

the plate a quarter turn.

Wheel bolt

Figure 3. Aligning the wire harness and attaching the wheels.

• Open the clear hardware bag. First place a 1/4" lock

washer on the 1/4" x 1" screw, then a 1/4" large flat washer.

Insert a screw and washer through each of the holes on the caster

plate (Figure 3).

• Use your hands to align and loosely screw in the screws.

Once all four are loosely screwed in, tighten them down

snugly with a Phillips screwdriver. Again, don’t over-tighten

them.

• On each front wheel, find the side stamped INSIDE (look on the

wheel’s hub). Slide that side of the wheel onto the drivetrain.

Align the finger slots on the drive train’s hub with the spokes of

the wheel rim (Figure 4). Insert a wheel bolt through the wheel

bearing and into the drive train (Figure 3).

Figure 4. Slide the front wheels into the finger

slots on the drive train.

• Use your hands to align and loosely screw the wheel bolts into the

threads inside the drive train. Tighten with an adjustable wrench (a 17-mm wrench works nicely too), but

not too tight. Make sure the wheels spin freely.

NOTE: Do not over tighten the bolt. We designed the wheel assembly to have a slight bit of “play” in it, even

when it is securely fastened.

•

Turn the completed bucket assembly over onto its wheels.

BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU ARE TURNING THE GARDEN CART OVER, IT’S LARGE AND HEAVY. HOLD THE

WIRE HARNESS AND KEEP IT OUT OF THE WAY TO MAKE SURE THAT IT IS NOT DAMAGED.

Tip: Here’s an easy way to turn the Cart over, simply rotate the Cart over on its nose. Grab the lower

handles together with the wire harness, bring the rear caster up and over the drive train, onto the

bucket face, and down on the front wheels.

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5. Attach the Upper Handle

Attach the upper handle onto the lower handles on

the bucket assembly.

•

Slide the upper handle through the handle holes in

the upper bucket, and then over the lower handle

tubes on the bucket assembly. Make sure the

screw holes align.

Screw

Washer

Lock Nut

•

Tilt the Cart up on its nose. This makes it easier to

screw the handles together.

Insert here

Open the red hardware bag which includes only

two screws. Insert a 1/4" x 1-1/2" screw from the

outside of the handle, passing through the screw

hole where the upper and lower handles attach

(Figure 5).

Figure 5. Screw the upper handle onto the lower handles.

•

Once the screw is completely through the handle

assembly, place a 1/4" flat washer and then a 1/4" nylon lock nut on the inserted screw.

Hold the screw with your Phillips screwdriver and tighten the nylon lock nut with a 7/16" open-end

wrench.

•

Now attach the other side of the handle the same way.

Lower the Cart back onto its wheels.

6. Attach the Controls Caddy

Power pad

•

The Power Pad on the controls caddy operates the

Cart.

•

Open the red hardware bag with four screws. Place the

four 1/4" x 1-3/4" screws in the cup holder of the controls

caddy for easy access. Set the four small washers and

the nylon lock nuts in a handy spot where you can easily

reach them.

Screw and

Washer

•

Position the Controls Caddy on the upper handle, align

the holes on the caddy with the holes in the handle

(Figure 6), and hold the caddy firmly against the handle.

Washer

Lock nut

Figure 6. Securely attach the controls caddy to the

upper handle.

Take the 1/4" x 1-3/4" screws from the cup holder and,

one by one, insert them into the holes. Make sure the

screws go all the way through the caddy and out the back of the handle. Slide a 1/4" small washer onto

the screws, and then loosely screw a 1/4" nylon lock nut onto the screws.

Tip: If you are having trouble attaching the small washers and nylon lock nuts, you might find it easier with

the Cart tilted forward on its nose.

•

Hold the screw with your Phillips screwdriver and securely tighten the nylon lock nuts with a 7/16" open-

end wrench.

Tip: Be sure not to attach the controls caddy over the foam handle. If need be, push up the foam a bit

to fit the controls caddy flush against the metal handle.

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7. Plug in the Wire Harness

•

Connect the wire harness to the underside of the

controls caddy.

If you haven’t already, tilt the Cart forward onto its

nose.

Take the wire harness cable and run it up along the

right side of the handle’s tubing.

Plug the connector end of the wire harness into the

switch connector underneath the controls caddy

(Figure 7). It will only install one way. The wire colors

will be aligned such as red to red on one end.

• Press securely the locking tab on the connector snaps

into position. This prevents the wire harness from

accidentally pulling away from the switch connector.

Figure 7. Connect the wire Harness to the switch

connector underneath the controls caddy.

8. Secure the Wire Harness

Tie the wire harness to the handle’s tubing; this helps

keep the wire harness safely out of the way when using

the Cart.

•

Put the Cart back onto its wheels.

Take the tie wraps from the red hardware bag. One by

one, place the tie wraps around the wire harness and

handle’s tubing (in the locations shown in Figure 8),

slip the end into the tab, and pull tightly.

Figure 8. Securing the wire harness to the handle.

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CHAPTER 4

CHARGING AND CARING FOR THE BATTERY

ELECTRICAL HAZARD: PREVENT FIRE

•

NEVER MODIFY YOUR CART’S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. MODIFICATIONS COULD RUIN THE ELECTRICAL

SYSTEM AS WELL AS CAUSE A FIRE, RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY.

USING ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS OTHER THAN THOSE SUPPLIED WITH YOUR CART COULD CAUSE

THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TO OVERHEAT, EXPLODE, OR START A FIRE.

ONLY ADULTS SHOULD HANDLE THE BATTERY, IT CONTAINS SULFURIC ACID (AN ELECTROLYTE).

THE BATTERY IS HEAVY; DROPPING IT COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.

NEVER LIFT OR CARRY THE BATTERY BY THE CABLES OR TERMINALS. THIS CAN DAMAGE THE

BATTERY AND POSSIBLY START A FIRE, RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY. LIFT AND CARRY THE

BATTERY ONLY BY ITS CASE.

•

DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT THE BATTERY.

READ THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ON THE BATTERY.

About the Battery

The NEUTON Garden Cart comes with a 12-Volt, maintenance-free, rechargeable, sealed lead acid

battery. A fully charged battery runs from 50 to 90 minutes, depending on your Cart’s load. Properly

maintained and charged, the battery provides years of dependable service.

Charging the Battery

ELECTRICAL HAZARD: PREVENT FIRE

•

USING THE WRONG TYPE OF BATTERY OR CHARGER COULD CAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION,

RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY.

NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO CHARGE THE BATTERY. THE ELECTRICITY INVOLVED IN CHARGING THE

BATTERY COULD INJURE A CHILD.

EXAMINE THE CHARGER, ITS CONNECTORS, AND THE BATTERY FOR EXCESSIVE WEAR OR DAMAGE

EACH TIME YOU CHARGE THE BATTERY. IF YOU SEE ANY EXCESSIVE WEAR OR DAMAGE, DO NOT USE

THE CHARGER OR THE BATTERY, REPLACE THEM.

•

USE ONLY THE 12-VOLT CHARGER SUPPLIED WITH YOUR CART TO CHARGE THE BATTERY.

USE THE CHARGER ONLY IN DRY LOCATIONS. AVOID CONTACT WITH WATER.

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Charging the battery is a simple process. Leave the battery in

your Cart when you charge it.

Then, plug

in to a

standard

wall outlet

First, plug in

the charger’s

connector

•

Plug the charger connector into the charger receptacle on the

right side of the controls caddy (Figure 9).

•

Plug the charger into a standard wall outlet.

NOTE: As a safety precaution, your Cart does not run when the

battery charger is plugged into it.

You can quickly determine the charging status of your battery.

Look at the LED display on the front of the battery charger. You

have one of display types. For type A, a green light indicates the

battery is fully charged and a red light indicates that the battery is

still charging. For type B, two green lights indicate that the

battery is fully charged and a single green light indicates that the

battery is still charging.

Figure 9. Charging your Cart’s battery

NOTE: With the charger only connected to the wall outlet or only to the Cart, the LED will be green.

Every time you finish using your Cart, recharge the battery. The time is takes to recharge the battery

depends on how drained it is when you start. Typically, the battery takes between 6 and 8 hours to fully

charge. The battery does not have a “memory”; so don’t worry about overcharging the battery or

charging it too often.

You can charge the battery hundreds of times. The battery lasts longer if you charge it before it is fully

drained. Keep it fully charged and at room temperature when not using your Cart.

Once the battery is charged, pull the plug from the wall outlet and then remove the charger from your

Cart. You can, however, leave your Cart plugged in and charging for an extended period of time.

Store the charger in the box you saved. Keep the charger in a dry location.

If the battery does not hold its charge for very long under normal conditions or it simply won’t hold a

charge, then replace it. You can purchase replacement batteries directly from us.

WHEN THE BATTERY GETS OLD AND NO LONGER ACCEPTS A CHARGE, REMOVE IT FROM YOUR CART.

NEVER LEAVE A DEAD BATTERY IN YOUR CART.

Replacing the Battery

To replace your battery, tilt the Cart forward on its nose.

•

Remove the battery door by first removing the two screws. The

battery door has a lip on one side which sets into the drive train

housing. Pull the battery door toward the bucket slightly as you

remove it in order to release the lip.

•

Your Cart was originally shipped with two plastic zip tie straps to

hold the battery in place for shipping. Simply cut the zip tie

straps with a pair of scissors and pull them from around the

battery. They are no longer necessary and do not need to be

replaced.

Figure 10. Replacing the battery.

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•

Pull the battery partially out of the unit to access the wire terminals. Disconnect the red and the black wires

from the battery terminals by unscrewing the terminal nut and bolt. Use a Phillips screwdriver and an

adjustable wrench.

Slide the old battery the rest of the way out of the unit and slide the new battery in its place.. The color coded

battery terminals are positioned outward for easy access. Reconnect the wire terminals to the new battery..

The red wire connects to the red marked battery terminal and the black wire connects to the black marked

battery terminal. Use a Phillips screwdriver and an adjustable wrench to securely tighten the terminal

hardware.

•

Slide the new battery fully back into the unit. Tuck the wires around the battery so they are not in the way

of the battery door.

Align the battery door with the square block (on the inside of the battery door) towards the battery and

face the screw holes down. Slightly angle the tab on the battery door on the drive train’s lip (in the

battery opening) and hook it on (Figure 10).

•

Make sure the battery wires don’t stick out from under the door.

Reattach the screws though each hole in the battery door, and tighten them snugly with a Phillips

screwdriver. Be careful not to over-tighten them.

•

Tilt the unit back onto its wheels. Run the unit briefly to check that the battery replacement went well.

About the Overload Safety Feature

Your NEUTON Garden Cart has a built-in safety fuse. If your Cart is overloaded or the operating

conditions are too severe, the safety fuse automatically trips and stops your Cart. The fuse automatically

resets itself after about 5 seconds. Then you can move your Cart again.

Of course, before you use your Cart again, you should change how you are using your Cart. Try reducing

the load. Keep under 200 pounds (90 kilograms) on level surfaces; no more than 175 pounds (79

kilograms) on a 10° slope; and no more than 150 pounds (68 kilograms) on a 20° slope.

Don’t drive straight up slopes; move up and down a slope at less of an angle. Keep out of loose or

muddy terrain, which can cause the wheels to spin freely or even stop spinning while power is still being

supplied to the motor; drive on more solid ground.

All these tips help keep the fuse from shutting down.

If the fuse continually trips while you are using your Cart under normal conditions, please contact our

Technical Support Department at 1-866-NEUTON1 (638-8661).

BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU ARE MOVING UP A STEEP INCLINE OR USING THE CART IN SEVERE

CONDITIONS. IF THE SAFETY FUSE DOES TRIP, THE CART’S LOAD MIGHT SUDDENLY SHIFT AND

ALLOW THE CART TO ROLL BACK ON YOU, CAUSING SEVERE INJURY.

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Caring for the Battery

•

Before charging the battery, observe its external appearance and keep it clean and dry. Never charge

or use a battery that shows cracks, changes shape, leaks, or otherwise is obviously damaged.

•

Recharge a battery before it is fully discharged. Do not allow the battery to run down completely

before charging. Leaving the battery discharged damages the battery. Charge the battery at least

once per month, even if your Cart has not been used.

•

If the battery begins to leak, avoid contact with the leaking acid. Place the damaged battery in a

plastic bag, then dispose of it properly.

IF BATTERY ACID DOES CONTACT YOUR SKIN OR EYES, FLUSH WITH COOL WATER FOR AT LEAST 15

MINUTES AND CALL A PHYSICIAN. IF ACID IS INGESTED, CALL A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.

Disposing of the Battery Responsibly

The battery is a sealed lead-acid battery. Recycle or dispose of it in an environmentally sound way.

•

Do not dispose of a lead-acid battery in a fire. The battery may explode or leak.

Do not dispose of a lead-acid battery in your regular, household trash. Law in most areas prohibits

incinerating, disposing in a landfill, or mixing a sealed lead-acid battery with household trash.

Recycling a Used Battery

PLEASE DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES RESPONSIBLY, ACCORDING TO YOUR LOCAL HAZARDOUS

MATERIALS REGULATIONS. NEVER THROW AWAY USED BATTERIES IN YOUR HOUSEHOLD TRASH.

Please dispose of your used batteries responsibly by recycling them. Call your local Solid Waste

Management District or your local waste handler to locate the collection site nearest you. Some

collection sites recycle batteries year-round; others collect them periodically.

You can also visit the Web site of Earth 911 for more information [www.earth911.org]. Once there, click

the Municipal HHW link under Hazardous Household Waste, and enter your zip code. The site lists

recycling centers located near you.

For a fee, you can recycle your batteries with the International Metals Reclamation Company. Visit them

at www.inmetco.com and click Services; or contact them at:

INMETCO

PO Box 720

245 Portersville Road

Ellwood City, PA 16117

(724) 758-2825; fax (724) 758-2845

To learn more about hazardous waste recycling, visit the Web site for Battery Council International

[www.batterycouncil.org] or for the Environmental Protection Agency [www.epa.gov].

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CHAPTER 5

OPERATING YOUR NEUTON GARDEN CART

The NEUTON Garden Cart moves forward at two different speeds, and backwards (reverse) at one

speed. You control speed and direction with the switches on the controls caddy.

•

NEVER ALLOW ANYONE TO OPERATE THE GARDEN CART WITHOUT COMPLETE KNOWLEDGE OF

ALL CONTROLS AND THEIR USE.

•

NEVER CARRY PASSENGERS.

DO NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED LOAD OF 200 POUNDS (90 KILOGRAMS) ON

FLAT GROUND AND 150 POUNDS (68 KILOGRAMS) ON SLOPES. OVERLOADING MAY BE

DANGEROUS AND CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE CART.

•

ALWAYS DISPERSE THE LOAD EVENLY IN THE BUCKET.

ALWAYS CHECK FOR OBJECTS IN THE CART’S PATH BEFORE MOVING.

DO NOT PARK THE CART ON HILLS OR STEEP SLOPES.

Understanding the Control Switches

POWERPAD

REVERSE SAFETY

FAST FORWARD (FRONT)

FORWARD (MIDDLE)

REVERSE (BACK)

Figure 10. The switches and buttons on the controls caddy.

Fast Forward moves the Cart about 2 miles per hour. Forward and Reverse move the Cart about 1 mile

per hour.

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YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CONTROLLING AND STEERING THE CART ONCE IT IS MOVING. GRASP

THE FOAM-COVERED HANDLE SECURELY BEFORE MOVING. MAKE SURE YOU ARE READY TO MOVE

WITH THE CART BEFORE PRESSING THE POWERPAD. KEEP A FIRM GRIP ON THE HANDLE ONCE YOU

ARE MOVING.

Loading Your Cart

Load your Cart carefully; disperse the load evenly across the bucket. The bucket holds about 5 cubic feet

(142 liters) and can take up to 200 pounds (90 kilograms). When moving up and down hills, limit your

load to no more than 150 pounds (68 kilograms). If you think you are carrying too much, err on the safe

side; remove some material from your Cart.

•

AVOID DAMAGING YOUR CART’S GEARS. ALWAYS MAKE SURE YOUR CART IS COMPLETELY

STOPPED BEFORE CHANGING DIRECTION OR SPEED.

CHARGE YOUR BATTERY FULLY BEFORE USING YOUR CART.

Moving Forward Fast

To move forward fast:

1. Set the Direction Toggle to Fast Forward, it’s front

switch position.

2. Press the PowerPad.

Moving Forward Slowly

To move forward slowly:

1. Set the Direction Toggle to Forward, it’s the middle

switch position.

2. Press the PowerPad.

Figure 11. Moving forward.

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Moving Backward

WHEN MOVING IN REVERSE, BE READY FOR THE CART TO LURCH TOWARDS YOU AND GET

IMMEDIATELY UP TO SPEED. BE CAREFUL; STEP BACK AND BE PREPARED TO WALK BACKWARDS.

CONSIDER STANDING TO THE SIDE OF THE CART UNTIL YOU GET USED TO MOVING BACKWARDS.

To move backwards (in reverse):

1. Set the Direction Toggle to Reverse, it’s the

backward switch position.

2. Press and hold the Reverse Safety Button.

3. Press the PowerPad.

Move in reverse only for short distances. If you

have a long distance to travel, turn your Cart

around and go forward.

Figure 12. Moving backwards, the Direction Toggle set to

Reverse and the Reverse Safety Button pressed down.

Stopping

To stop when moving forward or backwards:

1. Release the PowerPad.

THE NEUTON GARDEN CART DOES NOT HAVE A BRAKING SYSTEM. INSTEAD, TO STOP YOUR CART,

YOU SIMPLY RELEASE THE POWERPAD. BECAUSE OF ITS MOMENTUM, YOUR CART MIGHT CONTINUE

TO MOVE A BIT AFTER YOU RELEASE THE POWERPAD. DON’T LET GO OF THE HANDLE UNTIL YOUR

CART STOPS COMPLETELY. PARK YOUR CART IN A LEVEL AREA SO IT DOESN’T ROLL AWAY.

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CHAPTER 6

CARING FOR YOUR NEUTON GARDEN CART

Like any machine, maintaining your Cart ensures its best performance and extends its life. Follow these

procedures to keep your Cart working at peak efficiency.

•

Check all screws and nuts regularly; tighten them as needed. Regularly check the plastic parts for cracks

or broken pieces.

•

Periodically check the tire pressure on all three tires. Keep the tire pressure between 28 and 30 pounds

per square inch (psi). The Garden Cart’s tire valves work like those on bicycle tires. To add air, remove

the cap and push the air hose or pump fitting onto the end of the valve stem. To remove air, depress the

pin in the center of the valve stem.

NEVER OVER INFLATE THE TIRES. IF YOU OVER INFLATE THE TIRES, YOU COULD CAUSE THEM TO

EXPLODE RESULTING IN SEVERE INJURY.

•

Try not to use your Cart when it’s wet or snowy. And do not spray the electrical areas of your Cart with a

hose. Water and moisture in the motors and electrical switches can cause them to corrode, which then

causes them to fail. Remember, this is an electrical machine!

•

That said; you can still hose off your Cart. Just be careful not to spray water directly on the Controls

Caddy or through the battery door.

Wash your Cart using a mild automotive type detergent and water with a soft brush or rag. Do not use

any alkaline-based soaps or pressure wash your Cart.

Storing Your Garden Cart

• Your Cart stores neatly away tipped up on its nose. When you store your Cart, follow these important

guidelines to help ensure your Cart’s best performance when you use it again.

•

Store your Cart inside or under a protective cover (such as the Garden Cart’s Soft Cover).

Charge the battery before storing your Cart. In temperatures lower then 40° F (5° C), the battery

maintains a charge for about 60 days. If you store your Cart for extended periods of time, periodically

recharge the battery. Once a month is a good rule of thumb.

•

Always store your Cart in an environment where the temperature is between –10° F (–23° C) and +85° F

(+23° C). Make sure the storage temperatures will never be outside these limits.

•

Store your Cart in a dry environment. Water will damage your Cart and the battery.

Do not store your Cart near chemicals (such as fertilizers), or organic or other solvents. These products

are often highly corrosive and may cause permanent damage to your Cart.

•

Do not store your Cart close to a source of heat, sparks, or open flames.

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CHAPTER 7

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

These accessories customize your Cart, making your yard work even

easier.

To order, visit us at www.chp.com or call 1-800-687-6575.

Leaf Catcher

The Leaf Catcher (Figure 13) easily holds and hauls yard debris. This

reusable nylon mesh bag holds over 20 cubic feet (600 liters) of garden

debris. When it’s filled, you can tighten its cord to cinch down the

contents keeping it from blowing around in the wind. The Leaf Catcher

is easy to attach and remove from your Cart. (part number 207221)

Figure 14. Leaf Catcher

Figure 15. Side Rails

Figure 16. Soft Cover

Side Rails

The Side Rails (Figure 14) help your Cart haul larger loads. These rugged,

removable rails are ideal for moving large bags of material, firewood, bales

of hay, and other oversized loads. The Side Rails install quickly with easy-

locking clips. (part number 207211)

Soft Cover

The Soft Cover (Figure 15) easily and efficiently covers your Cart. It

protects your Cart and its contents from the elements. Made of durable,

reinforced weatherproof vinyl, its elasticized bottom holds securely in

place over your entire Cart. (part number 207231)

Accessory Pack

Or get them all at once, plus a NEUTON signature water bottle

(Figure 16). The NEUTON Garden Cart Accessory Pack includes the

Leaf Catcher, the Side Rails, the Soft Cover, and the water bottle.

(part number 207391)

Figure 17. NEUTON Water Bottle

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CHAPTER 8

TROUBLESHOOTING

Most problems are easy to fix. Consult the troubleshooting table for common problems and their

solutions. If you continue to experience problems, call us at 1-866-NEUTON1 (638-8661) for help.

Troubleshooting Table

SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

⇒ The battery could be undercharged. Recharge the battery after each use. Make

sure the cables are attached to the battery’s terminals. Make sure that the

charger is properly plugged in to your Cart and that the charger is plugged into

the wall. Make sure that there is power to the wall outlet you are using to charge

the battery.

Cart does not run.

⇒ The charger might not be working. Use a voltage meter to test it (there is no

other sure way to tell if your charger is working). If you suspect there is a

problem with your charger, contact us at 1-866-NEUTON1 (638-8661).

⇒ The safety fuse could be tripped. Each Cart has a built-in safety fuse. A fuse may

“trip” and shut down your Cart if your Cart is overloaded or if the conditions are

too severe. The fuse automatically resets itself after approximately 5 seconds,

after which you can use your Cart. To avoid the fuse from continuously tripping,

do not overload your Cart (by exceeding the weight limits), do not drive up

extremely steep hills, and do not run into fixed objects (which can cause the

wheels to stop spinning while power is still being supplied to the motors). If the

fuse continually trip under normal working conditions, contact us at 1-866-

NEUTON1 (638-8661).

⇒ Check all wires and connectors; they could be loose. Make sure the battery

connectors are secure and the wire harness connection is snug.

⇒ If the battery is old or not cared for properly, it might be dead. If you are not sure

that you have a dead battery, you can have it tested at a local battery supplier.

⇒ The electrical switches might be damaged or corroded because they were

exposed to water or moisture, or they can simply wear down from extensive use.

the problem.

⇒ The motor might be damaged. Contact us at 1-866-NEUTON1 (638-8661) and

we’ll help you diagnose and repair the problem.

⇒ Check all wires and connectors; they could be loose. Make sure the battery

connectors are secure and the wire harness connection is snug.

The Cart was

running but

suddenly stopped.

⇒ The safety fuse could be tripped. Each Cart has a built-in safety fuse. A fuse may

“trip” and shut down your Cart if your Cart is overloaded or if the conditions are

too serve. The fuse automatically resets itself after approximately 5 seconds,

after which you can use your Cart. To avoid the fuse from continuously tripping,

do not overload your Cart (by exceeding the weight limits), do not drive up

extremely steep hills, and do not run into fixed objects (which can cause the

wheels to stop spinning while power is still being supplied to the motors). If the

fuse continually trips under normal working conditions, contact us at 1-866-

NEUTON1 (638-8661).

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SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

⇒ The battery could be under charged. Recharge the battery after each use. Make

sure that the charger is properly plugged into your Cart and that the charger is

plugged into the wall outlet. Make sure that there is power at the wall outlet that

you are using to charge the battery.

The Cart run time is

less than a half hour

of continuous use.

⇒ The battery is old and does not accept full charge. Even with proper care, a

rechargeable battery does not last forever. The average battery lasts from 6

months to 3 years depending on how you use your Cart and the conditions under

which you operate. Replace the battery with a new 12 Volt rechargeable battery

available directly from Country Home Products, Inc.