Summary of the content on the page No. 1
® ™
DR POWERWAGON
Safety & Operating Instructions
™
Model: SUBURBAN
These Safety & Operating Instructions as well as the engine manufacturer's
owner's manual contain important information concerning safety, operating
procedures, maintenance, troubleshooting and assembly tips. Everyone who
® ™
operates the DR POWERWAGON should read these instructions and be
thoroughly familiar with them.
Summary of the content on the page No. 2
And congratulations on your purchase of a new ® ™ DR POWERWAGON ! ® We have done our utmost to ensure that your DR ™ POWERWAGON will be one of the most trouble-free and satisfying pieces of equipment you have ever owned. Please let us know of any questions or problems you may have. We want to answer or correct them as quickly as possible. (When you do call or write, please have your serial number and/or order number handy—it will speed things up!) We al
Summary of the content on the page No. 3
Safety Information ® ™ We want you to enjoy years of productive use from your DR POWERWAGON . We don't want you to get injured, so please take a few moments to read the following guidelines for safely operating your new machine. Dress Appropriately ® ™ • Wear shoes with non-slip treads when using your DR POWERWAGON . If you have safety shoes, we recommend that you wear them. Do not use the machine while barefoot or wearing open sandals. • Use ear muffs or ear plugs to protect your val
Summary of the content on the page No. 4
® ™ DO NOT OVERLOAD THE DR POWERWAGON ! Loads should be less than 400 pounds on the level and 300 pounds on slopes. Be careful of top heavy loads—especially in the back corners of the molded body. The higher the load, the more chance the machine may tip. Also, loads may shift during operation, so even out loads when possible to be safe. When shifting to reverse, be careful of tipping as the caster wheel changes direction. Don't rev the engine. Excessive speed or tampering with the gov
Summary of the content on the page No. 5
We Want You to be Totally Satisfied ® ™ The DR POWERWAGON is designed to provide year after year of trouble-free performance. To ensure that you are totally satisfied with this important purchase, we offer the following three-part Assurance of Satisfaction: ® ™ 1. DR POWERWAGON is GUARANTEED FOR ONE FULL YEAR against defects in materials and workmanship in consumer use. In rental and commercial use the machine is guaranteed for 90 days. If you believe that a part is defective, please w
Summary of the content on the page No. 6
Table of Contents SAFETY INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................................I DRESS APPROPRIATELY .................................................................................................................................................... I PREPARATION ...................................................................................................................................
Summary of the content on the page No. 7
Assembly ® ™ The DR POWERWAGON is shipped almost completely assembled. Please read the following instructions before removing the machine from the crate and completing the assembly. Parts Bag Contents: WARNING! (1) 5/16" x 1-1/2" Bolt for the Handlebar ® ™ The DR POWERWAGON is shipped (1) 5/16" Lock Nut for the Handlebar without gas and oil. DO NOT attempt to (1) Cable Tie for the Cable Assembly ® ™ start your DR POWERWAGON until assembly is complete, and you've added the
Summary of the content on the page No. 8
Connect the Battery Wires Electric-Starting Model: Connect the red wire from the battery to the red wire on the wiring harness (Figure 3). Figure 3 Fill the Machine with Oil and Gas 1. Put the recommended amount of SAE30 detergent oil into the oil reservoir (Figure 4). Fill the oil to the level indicated on the dipstick. Note: There may be some oil in the reservoir from factory testing. Check the dipstick frequently as you fill to avoid overfilling. Please refer
Summary of the content on the page No. 9
Controls & Features Figure 6 ® ™ DR POWERWAGON Safety & Operating Instructions 3
Summary of the content on the page No. 10
Starting & Operating Before Starting Check the oil and gas levels. Check the tires for proper inflation. Check the latch on the dump body—it should be secure. Set the parking brake. Shift the transmission to neutral. Electric-Starting 1. When starting a cold engine, push the primer bulb (Figure 7) firmly at least three times, allowing the bulb to return completely to its original position between pushes. Note: Do not use the primer when restarting a warm engine. 2. Turn the key (F
Summary of the content on the page No. 11
3. Pull the recoil rope (Figure 8) slowly, until you feel drag. Let the rope rewind slowly. Then pull the recoil with a rapid full arm stroke to start the engine. Let the recoil rope slowly return to the ® ™ starter. One pull usually starts the DR POWERWAGON , but repeat if necessary. Note: Holding the throttle control lever at half throttle may help with starting. Stopping the Engine 1. Shift the transmission to "N" neutral. 2. Set the brake and turn the key to the "OFF" position. ®
Summary of the content on the page No. 12
Operating Tips When the throttle is not engaged the machine will act like it's in neutral—it will freewheel—even if it's in gear. Always have the throttle engaged or the brake on for control. You can leave the machine in gear while idling, but always use the parking brake and never leave the machine unattended while running. ® ™ If you're making frequent stops to load and unload it is better to leave the DR POWERWAGON running (on idle with the parking brake on) than to start and stop repe
Summary of the content on the page No. 13
Loading ® ™ ! WARNING: The recommended load limit for the DR POWERWAGON is 400 lbs on level ground and 300 pounds on slopes. Placing more weight in the body may be dangerous, and can permanently damage the machine. ® ™ Please follow these important guidelines when loading your DR POWERWAGON : ® Always distribute the load evenly so that your DR ™ POWERWAGON will be as stable as possible (Figure 12). Do not pile heavy loads, such as rocks or gravel, to a height that will ® ™ make the D
Summary of the content on the page No. 14
® ™ Because of the way the DR POWERWAGON body is balanced, you may find that you won't be able to lift the body to dump it if you are carrying a very heavy load. In this case, you'll need to manually unload part of what you are hauling from the back of the bed, until the load is light enough to allow the bed to tilt forward when you lift up on the dump handle or back of the body. If you have the wooden stake body you can remove the front panel for easy dumping. See page 9 for more i
Summary of the content on the page No. 15
Using the Optional Stake Body Removing the front panel for easier dumping When moving loose materials such as gravel, mulch and topsoil, simply lift and remove the front panel of the stake body for easier dumping (Figure 16). Removing the front and side panels for oversized loads For oversized loads such as fencing, gardening tools, tree limbs, rocks, etc. you can remove the front and two side panels on the stake body (Figure 17). Figure 16 Reversing the front panel for controlled
Summary of the content on the page No. 16
Maintenance For Engine Maintenance, Please Refer to the Engine Manufacturer's Owner's Manual. Regular maintenance is the way to ensure the best performance from your machine. Follow the ® instructions below, and those in the engine manufacturer's owner's manual to keep your DR ™ POWERWAGON in top condition. Always Remove the Spark Plug Wire Before Doing Any Adjustments or Maintenance ® ™ Before doing any adjustments or maintenance on your DR POWERWAGON you should always disconnect the
Summary of the content on the page No. 17
Charging the Battery ® If the battery loses its charge, you'll need to use a trickle charger (like the DR Battery Charger) to recharge it. The charger should have an output of 12 volts at no more than 2 amps. • At 1 amp the battery may need to be charged for as much as 48 hours. • At 2 amps the battery may need to be charged for as much as 24 hours. Note: Using the recoil starter and then running the engine will not recharge a dead battery. Changing the Oil Please refer to your engine
Summary of the content on the page No. 18
Lubrication Tools & Supplies Needed: • flexible hose grease gun • lithium grease ® • FLUID FILM or similar lubricant ! WARNING: Always disconnect the spark plug wire before servicing your machine. 1. There is a grease zerk above the caster wheel (Figure 22). Grease it occasionally to keep the caster swiveling freely. Figure 22 2. There is also a grease zerk on the caster wheel (Figure 23). Grease it occasionally to keep the wheel spinning freely.
Summary of the content on the page No. 19
3. Lubricate the upper brake cable with ™ FLUID FILM or similar lubricant (Figure 24). Figure 24 4. Lubricate the lower brake cable with ™ FLUID FILM or similar lubricant (Figure 25). The lower brake cable is located on the right side of the machine just behind the front wheel. Figure 25 5. Lubricate the throttle cable with FLUID ™ FILM or similar lubricant (Figure 26). The throttle cable is located on the right side of the machine, just abo
Summary of the content on the page No. 20
Adjusting the Brake ® ™ If the DR POWERWAGON rolls on slopes when the parking brake is set, or you can't get the parking brake to set, the brake needs to be adjusted. Tool Needed: • 1/2" wrench ! WARNING: Always disconnect the spark plug wire before servicing your machine. 1. With the machine on a level surface, set the parking brake. 2. Put the transmission in Neutral. 3. Test the brake: Try to roll the machine. It should not move forward or back with the parking brake set. 4.
