DR Power 6.25 Premier Power Wagon - Manual (Page 36)

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POWERWAGON-PREMIER
End of Season and Storage
WHEN PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE, YOU MUST FIRST SHUT OFF THE ENGINE, SET THE
PARKING BRAKE, WAIT FIVE (5) MINUTES TO ALLOW PARTS TO COOL AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK
PLUG WIRE, KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUG.
NOTE: Please refer to the Engine Owner's Manual for Engine-specific procedures.
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Change the Oil; this will help to eliminate sludge and acids in the Engine.
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If your DR POWERWAGON-PREMIER will be idle for more than 30 days, we recommend using a gas
stabilizer. This will prevent sediment from gumming up the carburetor. If there is dirt or moisture in
the gas or tank, remove it by draining the tank. Completely fill the tank with fresh, unleaded gas and
add the appropriate amount of stabilizer or gasoline additive. Run the Engine for a short time to
allow the additive to circulate.
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Remove the Spark Plug and pour about 1 ounce of motor Oil into the Cylinder Hole. Replace the
Plug and pull the Recoil Starter Rope until you feel strong resistance. This will coat the Piston and
seat the Valves to prevent moisture buildup.
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Clean and replace the Air Filter(s) as required.
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Clean dirt and debris from the Cylinder Head cooling fins, Carburetor Linkage, Blower Housing,
Rotating Screen, and Muffler area of the Engine.
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Check to make sure the Operator Controls are moving freely. Lubricate the Throttle Lever, Parking
Brake Lever, and Key Switch with SAE 30 Oil if necessary. See page 20.
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You should remove the Battery and keep it in a cool, dry place when the DR POWERWAGON-
PREMIER is in storage. We suggest charging the Battery every 4 to 6 weeks while the DR is stored
and again when you are ready to start the new season. This will help the Battery maintain its charge
all season. See page 19.
Recycling a Used Battery
PLEASE DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES RESPONSIBLY, ACCORDING TO YOUR LOCAL HAZARDOUS
MATERIALS REGULATIONS. NEVER THROW AWAY USED BATTERIES IN YOUR HOUSEHOLD TRASH.
Please dispose of your used batteries responsibly by recycling them. Call your local Solid Waste
Management District or your local waste handler to locate the collection site nearest you. Some
collection sites recycle batteries year-round; others collect them periodically.
You can also visit the Website of Earth 911 for more information (www.earth911.org). Once there, click
the Municipal HHW link under Hazardous Household Waste, and enter your zip code. The site lists
recycling centers located near you.
For a fee, you can recycle your batteries with the International Metals Reclamation Company. Visit them
at www.inmetco.com and click Services, then click Battery Recycling; or contact them at:
INMETCO
PO Box 720
245 Portersville Road
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-2800; fax (724) 758-2845
To learn more about hazardous waste recycling, visit the Website for Battery Council International
(www.batterycouncil.org) or for the Environmental Protection Agency (www.epa.gov).