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ICON EV Safety Information

ICON EV maintains a set of best practices for safely and securely troubleshooting, repairing, and operating their golf carts. See the best practices now.

  • Before operating any ICON Electric Vehicle, read all warning labels and the owner’s manual.
  • Contact your local dealer or contact ICON EV at parts@iconev.com
  • Except where permitted by law, NEVER drive on public roads.
  • Operators should have a valid driver’s license.
  • Do not operate any ICON Electric Vehicle unless all occupants are properly seated and holding on. Drivers and passengers must keep their entire body inside the vehicle while moving.
  • Operate vehicles only from the driver’s seat.
  • Always drive slowly in congested areas, on wet or loose terrain, and when backing up.
  • Drive slowly when turning and avoid sudden stops.
  • Always drive straight up and down slopes.
  • Do not coast, use brake when going down a slope.
  • Always allow for the motor brake to engage and remove the key BEFORE leaving the vehicle. In an ICON Electric Vehicle, set the direction selector to “neutral.”
  • ALWAYS bring the vehicle to a complete stop BEFORE shifting the direction selector.
  • To safely start an ICON Electric Vehicle, turn the key to “on” – select “forward” or “reverse” – release the brake – then SLOWLY depress the accelerator pedal.
  • NEVER drive any ICON Electric Vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
  • NEVER leave children unattended or allow children to play on the vehicle.
  • NEVER leave the key in the vehicle when parked.
  • NEVER carry more than two (2) occupants on each bench seat.
  • Do not exceed weight capacity stated in the ICON Electric Vehicle’s owner’s manual.
  • NEVER alter an ICON Electric Vehicle to increase travel speeds above factory
  • ONLY authorized ICON Electric Vehicle dealers should alter the vehicle using approved parts.
  • Alterations not approved or tested by ICON Electric Vehicles can create unsafe conditions and increase your chance of having an accident.
  • ICON Electric Vehicles require regularly scheduled maintenance. See owner’s manual for maintenance details. ONLY qualified professionals should service a vehicle.
  • State law or local rules may require additional equipment before an ICON Electric Vehicle can be operated in your community.

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