Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Demco Kar-Kaddy. We feel you have made a wise choice and hope you are completely satisfied with your new piece of equipment. GENERAL INFORMATION 1. Unless otherwise specified, high-strength (grade 5) 3. When placing a parts order, refer to this manual for (3 radial-line head markings) hex head bolts are proper part numbers and place order by PART NO.
Mfg. Co., P.O. Box 189, 4010 320th Street, Boyden, IA 51234 ph: (712) 725-2311 Toll Free: 1-800-543-3626 Fax: (712) 725-2380 or 1-800-845-6420 http://www.demco-products.com REMEMBER Your best assurance against accidents is a careful and responsible operator. If there is any portion of this manual...
SAFETY...YOU CAN LIVE WITH IT EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES Every year many accidents occur which could have been avoided by a few seconds of thought and a more careful approach to handling equipment. You, the operator, can avoid many accidents by observing the following precautions in this section.
• Replacement parts that displayed a safety sign should also display current sign. • Safety signs are available from your distributor, dealer parts department, or factory. How to install safety signs: • Be sure installation surface is clean and dry. •...
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• Secure emergency brake actuator cable to mounting loop on towing vehicle. • Beware of bystanders, PARTICULARLY CHILDREN! Always look around to make sure it is safe to start engine of towing vehicle or move unit. This is particularly important with higher noise levels, as you may not hear people shouting.
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• Local laws should be checked for all highway lighting and marking requirements. • Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic. • Be a safe and courteous driver. Always yield to oncoming traffic in all situations, including narrow bridges, intersections, etc. •...
Decal Location PINCH POINT REV 0 DD21018 DD21017 QTY. 4 DD21018 Loading Towed VehicleE WARNING 1. Assure towing vehicle and Kar Kaddy are Read following information before hooking up, straight, on level ground, and properly loading, using, unloading or unhooking Kar hooked up before loading towed vehicle.
BOLT TORQUE TORQUE DATA FOR STANDARD NUTS, BOLTS, AND CAPSCREWS. Tighten all bolts to torques specified in chart unless otherwise noted. Check tightness of bolts periodically, using bolt chart as guide. Replace hardware with same grade bolt. NOTE: Unless otherwise specified, high-strength Grade 5 hex bolts are used throughout assembly of equipment.
Tongue and Ramp Assembly Instructions 1. Place the main frame (#1) on blocks or some other sturdy of each bracing strut to the trailer frame as shown using 1/ support so that the frame rests approximately 8" - 10" off 2"...
Fender Assembly Instructions 3. On the left side, plug in bullet plugs with white to white, 1. Install fender with fender backup plate (#1) and three 3/8” black to brown and yellow to red. On the right side, plug x 1-1/2” bolts (#2). Put 3/8” nylon lock nuts (#3) inside of white to white, black to brown and green to red.
Wiring Diagram PARTS LIST REF. NO. PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION 11590 Tongue Wiring Harness 11591 Main Frame Wiring Harness 01863 Rubber Grommet (not shown) Please order replacement parts by PART NO. and DESCRIPTION. TESTING LIGHTS BEFORE USE 1. Make sure that the WHITE ground wire is connected to the frame of both the Kar Kaddy and the towing vehicle.
Tongue folding and storage NOTE: Tow Dolly must be empty and unhooked to perform any and all of these steps. Do not attempt while tow dolly is loaded or hooked up. Pull retainer clip from bottom of tongue locking pin. Lift locking pin out of tongue pivot. With tongue wheel jack turned to its lowest position, push/pull tongue to the left.
Folding Ramp Lock NOTE: Tow Dolly must be empty and unhooked to perform any and all of these steps. Do not attempt while tow dolly is loaded or hooked up. Locate ramp locks at inside center of ramps. Pull ramp lock straight out as far as it will go. Lift ramp lock up as far as it will go and allow lock to slide in until it stops.
Folding Ramp NOTE: Tow Dolly must be empty and unhooked to perform any and all of these steps. Do not attempt while tow dolly is loaded or hooked up. Pull ramp back as far as it will go. Bolt must be past notch before attempting the next step.
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF TOWING VEHICLE CONTROL, SEPARATION OF THE TOW DOLLY FROM THE TOWING VEHICLE, SEPARATION OF THE TOWED VEHICLE FROM THE TOW DOLLY, CAUSING SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. SAFETY Rear Wheel Drive: Disconnect the towed vehicle driveshaft for...
LOADING INSTRUCTIONS Step 1. Secure ball coupler to 2" (5,000 lb. capacity) towing vehicle ball only. Make sure that the hitch and the hitch ball are in good condition and not rusted, loose or stripped. Recommended ball height is 18" to the top of the ball. Make sure hitch is locked down and secured with safety clip.
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Step 7. Drive vehicle onto the platform - front forward - until tires touch the wheel stops at the front of each side of the platform and the platform tilts to a flat position. Make sure the car is centered on the platform. Towed vehicle tires must fit in wheel troughs without overhanging sides.
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Step 13. TO UNLOAD towed vehicle. Never unhook tow Step 10. Thread tie-down strap through the slotted tube on dolly coupler from towing vehicle, before unloading the tie-down winch. Pull approx. 6" of strap through this slot. todolly. Make sure that platform and vehicle are straight. Begin tightening strap making sure the tail becomes enclosed Reinstall driveshaft.
KAR-KADDY TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT LOCKING CLAMP FRONT MEASUREMENT (1/32" to 1/16" less than back measurement) 12" 12" 18" MEASURING THE TOE-IN TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT Have the tongue in a "hooked-up” position with the ball 1. Put a mark on each side of the locking clamp on the tie rod. coupler 18"...
MODEL DA91 ACTUATOR PARTS BREAKDOWN **12 **10 **16 5398 Master Cylinder Repair Kit (gasket included) not included 5696 Coupler Repair Kit Model 91 ACTUATOR PARTS LIST REF. PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION 09417 6000# 2" Lever Lock Coupler (zinc plated) 01896 1/2"-13UNC x 4"...
10" SELF-ADJUSTING BRAKE CLUSTER and DRUM PARTS BREAKDOWN BRAKE CLUSTER PARTS LIST REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION SB24429M - Left Hand Cluster (shown above) SB24428M - Right Hand Cluster SB23871 Back Plate Assembly SB9254 Cover Plate - Adjusting Hole SB10954 Brake Shoe Kit (includes 2 Primary & 2 Secondary) 04305 5/16"-18UNC-Gr5 x 1/2"...
SURGE BRAKES PARTS BREAKDOWN Model DA91 Brake Actuator SURGE BRAKES FIELD SETUP PARTS LIST SURGE BRAKES FACTORY SETUP PARTS LIST REF. PART REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION 11968 6" Brake Line 11968 6" Brake Line 02034 45” Brake Hose 02034 45”...
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REF. PART REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION 01731 1-1/4" Dust Cap 03528 Tie-down Strap assembly, Black 05587 1" I.D.x 14 GA Narrow Rim Machine Washer 5737 Right Fender Assembly with Lights 13. 11566-80 Right Drop Axle Mount 5736 Left Fender Assembly with Lights 14.
OPTIONAL SPARE TIRE and MOUNT PARTS BREAKDOWN Drive in stud here for tire with rim #11574 (115mm bolt circle). PARTS LIST 5734 Optional Spare Tire and Rim ST205/75R 14"x"C" ROWL RadialTire 11574 6" x 14" Chrome Rim 115mm Bolt Circle RKSTM Spare Tire Mounting Bracket 3.
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OPTIONAL LIGHT BAR PARTS BREAKDOWN LIGHT BAR PARTS LIST REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION RKLB Kar Kaddy Light Bar (complete) 01772 Nylon Security Strap with hooks & tightener 01857 Left Tail/ Brake and Signal Light w/Lenses 01773 Brown Jumper Wire 01886 Wire Holder (metal) 5.
3) paint or galvanizing 4) rust damage Dethmers Manufacturing Co. 4010 320th Street 5) Any Demco Kar Kaddy that has been loaded in excess of the load capacity stated on the tow dolly identification label. P.O. Box 189 Boyden, IA 51234 (712) 725-2311 Warrantor has a policy of continuous product improvement.
Please list the specific source of information prompting this purchase. After purchasing this product, do you see any needed product improvement? If yes, what improvement? What other products would you like to see DEMCO offer? Comments Owner’s Name: Mailing Address:...