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VERSA TRAILER™
SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Read and understand this manual and all instructions before assembling and operating the DR VERSA TRAILER.
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DR Power Equipment
Toll-free phone: 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637)
Fax: 1-802-877-1213
Website: www.DRpower.com

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  • Page 1 ® VERSA TRAILER™ SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DR Power Equipment Toll-free phone: 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) Serial No. Original Language Fax: 1-802-877-1213 Order No. Website: www.DRpower.com Read and understand this manual and all instructions before assembling and operating the DR VERSA TRAILER.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    This information is important in the proper use of your trailer. Failure to follow this instruction could result in damage to your Trailer or property. TIP: This is a helpful hint to guide you in getting the most out of your DR VERSA TRAILER. NOTE: This information may be helpful to you in using your DR VERSA TRAILER.

  • Page 3: Chapter 1: General Safety Rules

    Labels Your DR VERSA TRAILER carries prominent labels as reminders for its proper and safe use. Shown below are copies of all the Safety and Information Labels that appear on the unit. Take a moment to study them and make a note of their location on your DR VERSA TRAILER as you set up and before use of your Trailer.
  • Page 4 Never overload the Trailer. Personal injury or damage to the Trailer could result. While using the DR VERSA TRAILER, don't hurry or take things for granted. When in doubt, stop the Tow Vehicle and take the time to look things over.
  • Page 5 Tow Vehicle. Check the Tow Vehicle’s Owner’s Manual on tow capacity limitations. Make sure the DR VERSA TRAILER is not overloaded and that the load is properly distributed front to back and side to side and properly secured.

  • Page 6: Chapter 2: Assembling The Dr Versa Trailer

    Chapter 2: Assembling The DR VERSA TRAILER It may be helpful to familiarize yourself with the features of your DR VERSA TRAILER as shown in Figure 1 before beginning these procedures. If you have any questions at all, please feel free to contact us at www.DRpower.com.
  • Page 7 82 1/2" L x 44 1/2" W x 26 1/2" H Unpacking the DR VERSA TRAILER Due to the weight of the components of the DR VERSA TRAILER, we strongly recommend that you have the help of at least one other person in unpacking and assembling your new Trailer.
  • Page 8 3/16" x 2-1/2" 25311 (8) M12 Bolt x 50mm (30239) (4) Box Tubing Cap (29968) (8) M12 Hex Nut (30240) (2) Hitch Clip Pin (16003) (2) Dump Bed Pin (27722) (6) Stabilizer Lock Handle (27733) Figure 3 ® VERSA TRAILER...
  • Page 9 (2) Axle and Hub Assembly (29958) Main Frame (29957) (4) Wheel and Tire Assembly (29964) Pivoting Tow Hitch (30270) (4) Log Cradle (29966) Front Bed Support Rear Bed Support (29969) (29965) (4) Log Cradle Extension (29967) Crane Pivot Lock (2) Stabilizer Bracket (277151) Trailer Jack (299731) (277181)
  • Page 10 Axle, while allowing the other to rest on the ground. This will take some of the weight off and allow you to align the holes much easier so you may insert the Axle Pivot Pin(s). Axle Pivot Pin(s) Figure 6 ® VERSA TRAILER...
  • Page 11 Insert a M8 x 30mm Mounting Bolt (Figure 7) from the inside of the Frame and through the Tab on the Axle Pivot Pin. Install a M8 Flange Nut and tighten with a 12mm Socket, holding the Bolt with a 13mm Wrench. Insert a Cotter Pin (Figure 7) through the Left and Right Axle Pivot Pins and bend the legs over with Pliers.
  • Page 12 12. Screw in the Jam Nuts against the Boss and tighten with an 18mm Wrench. M20 x 110mm Bolt Figure 13 Jam Nut Final position of the Jam Nut(s) Retaining Bolt Retaining Bolt(s) Figure 14 Figure 15 ® VERSA TRAILER...
  • Page 13 & Attaching the Front Bed Support, Operator Guard, Trailer Jack Pivoting Tow Hitch w/Coupler Tools Needed: 17mm, 18mm, and 24mm Wrenches or an Adjustable Wrench 16mm Socket Tape Measure 1. Slide the Front Bed Support onto the Tow Bar with the Mounting Bosses facing the Left, 9-1/2"...
  • Page 14 3. Loosen the Locking Handles holding up the Stabilizer Legs until they drop to the ground and retighten them. Remove the Jack Stand from under the Trailer. Flat Washer(s) Lock Washer(s) M12 Lock Nut(s) Figure 20 Locking Handle(s) Stabilizer Arm Stabilizer Leg Locking Handles Figure 23 Figure 22 Figure 21 ® VERSA TRAILER...
  • Page 15 Lock Nut, Flat Attaching the Crane Washer and Tabbed Washer Tools Needed: Boom Pivot 22mm and 17mm Wrench M10 Lock Nut 21mm, 16mm and 30mm Sockets Large Adjustable Wrench 1. Remove the Lock Nut, Flat Washer, and Tabbed Washer from the M10 Bolt top of the Crane (Figure 24) along with the Pivot Lock Handle by removing the M10 x 1.75mm Bolt and M10 Lock Nut with a 16mm...
  • Page 16 17mm, 21mm, and 24mm Socket 5" Long Socket Extension Adjustable Wrench NOTE: Before installing the Winch and Boom to your DR VERSA TRAILER, follow the Boom Swivel instructions shipped with your Winch to properly install the Handle and Cable. You may Bracket want to install the Cable after the Winch has been installed to your Trailer.
  • Page 17 5. Reinstall the Boom Swivel Bracket and hardware, and then remove the Hitch Clip Pin and Pin from the Bracket (Figure 34). 6. Install the Boom to the Boom Swivel Bracket with the Chain Attachment Bracket on the Boom pointing up (Chains not shown for clarity), using the Hitch Clip Pin and Pin that was removed in step 5 (Figure 35).
  • Page 18 6. Torque the Lug Nuts on each Wheel to 85-90 ft-lbs using a Torque Wrench, a 5" Extension and 21mm Socket. Figure 40 Make sure all Nuts and Bolts are tight. Inspect all Hardware on your Trailer before proceeding any further. ® VERSA TRAILER...
  • Page 19 Inserting the Log Hauling Extenders NOTE: If you wish to use the Trailer in the Log Hauling configuration initially, please follow these steps, if not please skip to the next section that covers installing the Dump Bed. 1. Insert the Log Cradles (Figure 43), with the angled portion of the Cradles Lever Down to Lock on Ball facing outwards.
  • Page 20 6. Attach the Hook from the Winch to the U-Bolt in the Bed (Figure 48 on page 21). 7. Check and adjust the Tire Pressures to 25-28 PSI prior to use. 8. CONGRATULATIONS! Your DR VERSA TRAILER is now ready to use! See Figure 46 the next Chapter for operating suggestions and tips.
  • Page 21 Pivot Pin(s) Hitch Clip(s) Figure 47 Winch Hook U-Bolt Figure 48 CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.com...

  • Page 22: Chapter 3: Operating The Dr Versa Trailer

    Chapter 3: Operating The DR VERSA TRAILER This chapter covers the basic operation procedures for your new DR VERSA TRAILER. It may be helpful to better familiarize yourself with the features of your Trailer by reviewing Figure 1 in Chapter 2 before beginning the steps outlined in this chapter.
  • Page 23 Using the Dump Bed x Never stand in, or under the Bed when dumping material from the Bed x Never place anything under the raised bed and always ensure that no other adults, children, or pets are near, or around the Bed when lowering it back into place.
  • Page 24 Overtime you may need to adjust your Tailgate Latches. To do so, open the Latch (Figure 53) and thread the Latching Arm inwards, or outwards to adjust the length of the Latching Arm (Figure 54). Figure 53 Figure 54 ® VERSA TRAILER...

  • Page 25: Chapter 4: Maintaining The Dr Versa Trailer

    Chapter 4: Maintaining The DR VERSA TRAILER Regular maintenance is the way to ensure the best performance and long life of your Trailer. Please refer to this manual for maintenance procedures. Regular Maintenance Checklist x Before inspecting, or performing any Maintenance make sure the Tow Vehicle is properly Parked on Level Ground and the Wheels of the Trailer are Chocked.
  • Page 26 Greasing the Tow Ball, Tow Hitch, and Grease Fittings Your DR VERSA TRAILER'S Wheel Bearings were greased at the Factory. Prior Grease Fitting to using your Trailer for the first time, you need to lubricate the Axle Pivot Pins, Swivel of the Tow Hitch, the Tow Hitch Coupler, and the 2" Ball you will be using.
  • Page 27 Wheel and Lug Nuts x Lug Nuts and Wheel Studs are prone to damage if loose. Lug Nuts are prone to loosening after installation. The deformation of the Wheel Rim where the Lug Nut seats will cause the Nut(s) to loosen and could result in a Wheel coming off of the Trailer. Check the Lug Nuts individually for tightness before each use, or after a Wheel has been replaced on the Trailer.

  • Page 28: Chapter 5: Troubleshooting

    Most problems are easy to fix. Consult the Troubleshooting Table below for common problems and their solutions. If you continue to experience problems, contact us at www.DRpower.com or call toll-free 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for support. Shut down the Tow Vehicle Engine and apply the Parking Brake before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection on the DR VERSA TRAILER.
  • Page 29 NOTES: CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.com...

  • Page 30: Chapter 6: Parts Lists And Schematic Diagrams

    Chapter 6: Parts Lists and Schematic Diagrams Parts List – DR VERSA TRAILER Dump Bed Assembly NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment. Ref# Part# Description Ref# Part# Description 29984 Rear Tailgate Not Illustrated 29985 Front Tailgate...
  • Page 31 Schematic – DR VERSA TRAILER Dump Bed Assembly 120305 CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.com...
  • Page 32 Parts List and Schematic – DR VERSA TRAILER Crane and Boom Assembly NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment. Ref# Part# Description Ref# Part# Description 29965 Front Bed Support 16003 Hitch Clip Pin, 1/2" to 9/16", .12" Wire...
  • Page 33 Schematic – DR VERSA TRAILER Crane and Boom Assembly 120305 CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.com...
  • Page 34 Parts List – DR VERSA TRAILER Main Frame and Axle Assembly NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment. Ref# Part# Description 30271 Tow Bar w/Labels 29958 Axle and Hub Assembly 29964 Wheel and Tire Assembly, Off Road...
  • Page 35 Schematic – DR VERSA TRAILER Main Frame and Axle Assembly 120305 CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.com...
  • Page 36 Parts List – DR VERSA TRAILER Operator Guard, Trailer Jack, Rear Bed Support, and Pivoting Tow Hitch NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment. Ref# Part# Description 27724 Ball Coupler, 2" 29971 Operator Guard 27715 Stabilizer Bracket...
  • Page 37 Schematic – DR VERSA TRAILER Operator Guard, Trailer Jack, Rear Bed Support, and Pivoting Tow Hitch 120305 CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.com...
  • Page 38 Be sure all nuts, bolts, and screws are securely fastened. If possible, store the DR VERSA TRAILER in a dry, protected place. If it is necessary to store the Trailer outside, cover the Trailer with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic as this material cannot breathe; it also allows condensation to form, which will cause your Trailer to rust.