DR PRO-XL Safety And Operating Instructions

18 DR
®
POWERWAGON
Operating
The DR POWERWAGON has a three-speed forward transmission and single-
speed reverse. Use the lower gears for slower speeds, heavy loads, or more
power, and the higher gears for transport over smooth terrain. Use 1
st
gear with
loads over 300 lbs and on slopes. Never use your machine on slopes greater
than 15.
1. After the Engine is started, release the Parking Brake by squeezing and
releasing the Brake Lever (Figure 30).
2. Hold down the Operator Presence Lever.
3. Move the Shift Lever to the desired gear (Figure 31).
4. Squeeze the Traction Drive Lever on the right side Handlebar slowly
until the
machine moves in the desired direction (Figure 32).
Stopping
1. Release the Traction Drive Lever (Figure 32).
2. Shift to the NEUTRAL N position (Figure 31).
3. Release the Operator Presence Lever (Figure 33).
4. Set the Parking Brake by squeezing the Parking Brake Lever on the left side
Handlebar and lifting the Parking Brake Lock.
5. Move the Throttle Control Lever to the SLOW
position (Figure 31).
6. Turn the Key to the STOP
position and remove it for safety.
Operating Tips
 Avoid abrupt start-ups. Always squeeze the throttle slowly to avoid bucking,
or tipping the DR POWERWAGON.
 When using reverse, check to see that there are no obstacles behind you.
Practice backing up in an open area with no load in the DR POWERWAGON.
Brake Lever
Figure 33
Parking
Brake Lock
Operator
Presence Lever
Figure 32
Traction Drive
Lever
Throttle
Control
Key Switch
Shift Lever
Figure 31
Brake Lever
Figure 30
Operator
Presence Lever
Always release the Traction Drive Lever when shifting to avoid damaging the
gears.
In an emergency situation, releasing the operator presence lever will stop the
machine. After the machine stops, follow steps 1, 2 and 4 thru 6 above).
 Squeezing the throttle fast will make the DR POWERWAGON "jump" into
motion. Squeeze the throttle slowly and ease the machine into gear.
 When engaging reverse, use extra caution. Check your path and footing
before engaging the clutch.
Always set the parking brake when your machine is stopped.

DR PRO-XL Specifications

General

Brand	DR
Model	PRO-XL
Category	Other
Language	English