GEM eM 1400 Bedienungsanleitung
2015 Owner's Manual
for Maintenance and Safety
GEM eM
™
1400
WARNING
Read, understand, and follow all of the instructions and safety precautions in
this manual and on all product labels.
Failure to follow the safety precautions could result in serious injury or death.
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WELCOME
Thank you for purchasing a GEM by POLARIS, and welcome to our world-wide POLARIS
family of recreational and utility vehicle owners. We believe POLARIS sets a standard of
excellence for all recreational and utility vehicles manufactured in the world today. With our
many years of experience in design and manufacturing, we proudly bring you only the finest
of vehicles:
• Snowmobiles
• All-terrain vehicles (ATVs)
• Low emission vehicles (LEVs)
•RANGER®utility vehicles
•RZR®sport vehicles
• VICTORY® motorcycles
• GEM® electric vehicles
For safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle, be sure to follow the instructions and
recommendations in this owner’s manual. Your manual contains instructions for minor
maintenance, but information about major repairs is outlined in the GEM Service Manual
and should be performed only by an authorized GEM dealer technician.
If questions arise after reading the manual, please contact GEM customer service. Be
prepared to provide your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and date of purchase.
Your authorized GEM dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your total
satisfaction. Be sure to return to your dealership for all of your service needs during, and
after, the warranty period.
GEM Customer Service
Phone: 855-RIDEGEM (855-743-3436)
Web: www.gemcar.com
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POLARIS®, GEM® and eM™ are trademarks of POLARIS Industries Inc.
Global Electric Motorcars® is a division of POLARIS.
Copyright 2014 POLARIS Industries Inc. All information contained within this publication is based on the latest
product information at the time of publication. Due to constant improvements in the design and quality of
production components, some minor discrepancies may result between the actual vehicle and the information
presented in this publication. Depictions and/or procedures in this publication are intended for reference use only.
No liability can be accepted for omissions or inaccuracies. Any reprinting or reuse of the depictions and/or
procedures contained within, whether whole or in part, is expressly prohibited.
The original instructions for this vehicle are in English. Other languages are provided as translations of the
original instructions.
Printed in U.S.A.
2015 GEM® eM™ 1400 Owner’s Manual
P/N 9925918
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Features and Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Winch Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Maintenance Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
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INTRODUCTION
The GEM eM 1400 is a utility vehicle. Never operate on public roads. This vehicle does not
meet National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) regulations for operation on
public streets, roads and highways. Familiarize yourself with all laws and regulations con-
cerning the operation of this vehicle in your area.
The following signal words and symbols appear throughout this manual and on your vehicle.
Your safety is involved when these words and symbols are used. Become familiar with their
meanings before reading the manual.
The safety alert symbol indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
DANGER
A DANGER indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
A CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate
injury.
NOTICE
A NOTICE indicates a situation that could result in property damage.
The Prohibition Safety Sign indicates an action NOT to take in order to avoid a hazard.
The Mandatory Action Sign indicates an action that NEEDS to be taken to avoid a hazard.
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INTRODUCTION
Failure to follow the warnings contained in this manual can result in severe injury or death. Special
precautions must be followed when operating or servicing a battery-powered vehicle. This vehicle
handles differently than other vehicles. A collision or rollover can occur quickly, even during routine
maneuvers, if you fail to take proper precautions.
• Read this owner’s manual. Understand all safety warnings, precautions and operating procedures
before operating the vehicle. Keep this manual with the vehicle at all times.
• This vehicle is an ADULT VEHICLE ONLY. You MUST be at least age 16 and have a valid driver’s
license to operate this vehicle.
• No person under the age of 12 may ride as a passenger in this vehicle.
• Never permit a guest to operate this vehicle unless the guest has read this manual and all product
labels.
• Never use this vehicle with drugs or alcohol, as these conditions impair judgment and reduce
operator reaction time.
WARNING
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INTRODUCTION
Vehicle Identification Numbers
Record your vehicle's identification numbers and key number in the spaces provided below.
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) indicates the model year, model type and serial
number of your vehicle. The VIN is stamped on the left rear frame. The VIN is also on the
manufacturer’s label, which is located under the passenger seat. Gross Vehicle Weight
information for your vehicle is on the Passenger/Tire Pressure Warning Label in the rear
cargo box. See page 7.
To order an extra or replacement key for your vehicle, please contact GEM customer service.
See page 1. Be prepared to provide your key number and VIN. Remove the spare key and
store it in a safe place. A key can be duplicated only by ordering a key blank (using your key
number) and mating it with one of your existing keys. The key switch must be replaced if all
keys are lost.
Vehicle Model Number: ________________________________________________________________________
Frame VIN: _________________________________________________________________________________
Motor Serial Number (on side of motor): ___________________________________________________________
Key Number: ________________________________________________________________________________
Frame VIN
Key
Number
####
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SAFETY
Safety Labels and Locations
Warning labels have been placed on the vehicle for your protection. Read and follow the
instructions of the labels on the vehicle carefully. If any of the labels depicted in this manual
differ from the labels on your vehicle, always read and follow the instructions of the labels
on the vehicle.
If any label becomes illegible or comes off, contact your GEM dealer to purchase a
replacement. Replacement safety labels are provided at no charge. The part number is printed
on the label.
Passenger/Tire Pressure Warning
WARNING
• Passengers can be thrown off. This can cause
serious injury or death.
• Never carry passengers in cargo box.
WARNING
IMPROPER TIRE PRESSURE OR
OVERLOADING CAN CAUSE LOSS OF
CONTROL RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH.
• Reduce speed and allow greater distance for
braking when carrying cargo.
• Overloading or carrying tall, off-center, or
unsecured loads will increase your risk of losing
control. Loads should be centered and carried as
low as possible in box.
• For stability on rough or hilly terrain, reduce speed and cargo.
• Be careful if load extends over the side of the box.
7180345
GEM eM 1400 BASE BASE WITH
SIDES BASE WITH VAN
ENCLOSURE
TIRE PRESSURE IN PSI (KPa) FRONT 32 (220)
REAR 32 (220) FRONT 32 (220)
REAR 32 (220) FRONT 32 (220)
REAR 32 (220)
VEHICLE OPERATING WEIGHT 1500 lbs.
(680 kg) 1555 lbs.
(705 kg) 1625 lbs.
(737 kg)
MAXIMUM CARGO PAYLOAD 1100 lbs.
(499 kg) 1045 lbs.
(474 kg) 975 lbs.
(442 kg)
GVW = VEHICLE + OCCUPANTS +
PAYLOAD + ACCESSORIES 2950 lbs.
(1338 kg) 2950 lbs.
(1338 kg) 2950 lbs.
(1338 kg)
Read Operation and Maintenance Manual for more detailed loading information.
Passenger/Tire Pressure
Warning
(inside box on front panel)
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SAFETY
Safety Labels and Locations
Age 16 Warning
Operating this vehicle if you are under the age of 16 increases your chance of severe injury or death.
NEVER operate this vehicle if you are under age 16 and NEVER operate this vehicle without a valid
driver’s license. 7175566
Discretionary Warning
WARNING
Improper vehicle use can result in Severe Injury or Death.
NEVER Operate:
• At speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions.
• After or while using Alcohol or Drugs.
• On extreme off-road terrain or extreme slopes.
• On public roads, a collision can occur with another vehicle.
• With more than one passenger, or a passenger under age twelve or who cannot comfortably reach
the floor and hand holds.
• With non-GEM approved accessories - they may seriously affect stability.
ALWAYS:
• Wear your seat belt, if equipped. Vehicle rollover could cause severe injury or death.
• Wear a helmet and eye protection and keep hands and feet in vehicle at all times.
• Reduce speed and use extra caution when carrying a passenger.
• Avoid sharp turns or turns while applying heavy throttle.
• Operate slowly in reverse - avoid sharp turns or sudden braking.
• Make sure passenger reads and understands all safety labels.
• Watch for branches or other hazards that could enter vehicle.
LOCATE AND READ OWNER’S MANUAL. FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS.
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Discretionary Warning
Age 16
Warning
Battery Caution
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