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DR
POWERWAGON
Safety & Operating Instructions
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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.
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Summary of Contents for DR SUBURBANTM
- Page 1 ® ™ 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.
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Page 3: Safety Information
Safety Information We want you to enjoy years of productive use from your DR 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 shoes, we recommend that you wear them. -
Page 4: Warning To All California And Other Users
DO NOT OVERLOAD THE DR 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. - Page 5 We Want You to be Totally Satisfied ® ™ The DR POWERWAGON 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.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents SAFETY INFORMATION ...I RESS PPROPRIATELY REPARATION PERATING THE ACHINE AFELY ARNING TO ALIFORNIA AND ASSEMBLY... 1 NSTALL THE PPER ANDLEBARS ... 2 ONNECT THE ATTERY IRES ILL THE ACHINE WITH IL AND ... 2 HECK THE RESSURE CONTROLS &... -
Page 7: Assembly
Assembly ® The DR POWERWAGON following instructions before removing the machine from the crate and completing the assembly. Parts Bag Contents: (1) 5/16" x 1-1/2" Bolt for the Handlebar (1) 5/16" Lock Nut for the Handlebar (1) Cable Tie for the Cable Assembly Install the Upper Handlebars Tools Needed: (2) 1/2"... -
Page 8: Connect The Battery Wires
Connect the Battery Wires Electric-Starting Model: Connect the red wire from the battery to the red wire on the wiring harness (Figure 3). Fill the Machine with Oil and 1. Put the recommended amount of SAE30 detergent oil into the oil reservoir (Figure 4). -
Page 9: Controls & Features
Controls & Features Figure 6 ® ™ POWERWAGON Safety & Operating Instructions... -
Page 10: Starting & Operating
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... -
Page 11: Stopping The Engine
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 Note: Holding the throttle control lever at half throttle may help with starting. -
Page 12: Operating Tips
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. -
Page 13: Loading
Loading The recommended load limit for the DR WARNING: 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 Always distribute the load evenly so that your DR ™... -
Page 14: Changing Bodies
® ™ 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... -
Page 15: Using The Optional Stake Body
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. -
Page 16: Maintenance
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 ™... -
Page 17: Cleaning /Replacing The Cartridge Air Cleaner ............... P Lease See Engine Manufacturers Owners Manual
Charging the Battery If the battery loses its charge, you'll need to use a trickle charger (like the DR 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. -
Page 18: Lubrication
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. - Page 19 3. Lubricate the upper brake cable with ™ FLUID FILM or similar lubricant (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.
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Page 20: Adjusting The Brake
Adjusting the Brake ® If the DR POWERWAGON 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. -
Page 21: Replacing The Brake Pads
Replacing the Brake Pads ® If the DR POWERWAGON adjusting the brake (page 14), the brake pads probably need to be replaced. Tools needed: • 1/2" or adjustable wrench • (2) 3/8" box, open-end or socket wrenches • Allen wrench set •... -
Page 22: Removing The Front Wheels
Removing the Front Wheels Tools & Supplies Needed: • (2) 7/16" wrenches • block to raise machine off ground WARNING: Always disconnect the spark plug wire before servicing your machine. 1. Block the machine so the wheel is an inch or two off the ground. -
Page 23: End Of Season & Storage
End of Season & Storage WARNING: Always disconnect the spark plug wire before servicing your machine. Please refer to your engine manufacturer's owner's manual for engine-specific procedures. ® If your DR POWERWAGON stabilizer. This will prevent the carburetor from gumming up. Inspect the gas tank. If there is dirt or moisture in the gas, remove it by draining the tank. -
Page 24: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting WARNING: Always disconnect the spark plug wire before servicing your machine. Please refer to your engine manufacturer's owner's manual for additional engine troubleshooting information. Engine Engine won't start Engine lacks power Battery Engine won't start with key Battery is low on charge Check for adequate fresh fuel. - Page 25 Alternator isn't recharging the battery Shifting Won't shift into reverse or high gears Wheels Lacks traction Dump Bed Unable to dump load ® ™ POWERWAGON Safety & Operating Instructions Have alternator checked by an authorized engine service center. The alternator should be checked with a fully charged battery and should put out 12 to 13.5 volts (1.5 to 2 amps).
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Page 26: Parts List
Parts List Please refer to the numbered drawings on pages 22-26. Note: Not all parts numbers listed appear on the drawings. Ref# Part # Description 108921 Ball Bearing, 2-Hole Flanges 108931 Ball Bearing, 3/4" Bore 131191 Battery (Electric-Starting) 135101 Battery Clamp (Electric- Starting) 113051 Battery Pad (Electric-... - Page 27 Ref# Part # Description 112061 Key Switch w/ Hardware & Key for Recoil-Start 112051 Key Switch w/ Hardware & Key for Electric-Start 109461 Throttle Cable 111611 Screw 3/8" x 2-3/4" 111341 Screw 7/16" Fine x 3/4" 110201 Gear Box (Transmission) 124341 4.5 HP Centura E/S Engine 124331...
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Page 28: Main Frame Assembly
Main Frame Assembly Figure 35 ® ™ POWERWAGON Safety & Operating Instructions... -
Page 29: Handlebar/Controls Assembly
Handlebar/Controls Assembly Figure 35 ® ™ POWERWAGON Safety & Operating Instructions... -
Page 30: Axle Assembly
Axle Assembly Figure 36 ® ™ POWERWAGON Safety & Operating Instructions... -
Page 31: Molded Body Assembly
Molded Body Assembly Figure 37 ® ™ POWERWAGON Safety & Operating Instructions... -
Page 32: Stake Body Assembly
Stake Body Assembly Figure 38 ® ™ POWERWAGON Safety & Operating Instructions... - Page 33 Notes ® ™ POWERWAGON Safety & Operating Instructions...
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Page 36: Powerwagon
DR POWERWAGON to the internal engine parts. Please refer to your engine manufacturer's owner's manual for further instructions on cleaning the engine parts. COUNTRY HOME PRODUCTS Meigs Road, P.O. Box 25, Vergennes, Vermont 05491 1-800-DR-OWNER(376-9637) ©1999 CHP, Inc. 138121 ®...
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