DR Power 5.00 HP Power Wagon - Manual (Page 17)

DR POWERWAGON 5.0 Safety & Operating Instructions 14
Figure 8
Slopes & Uneven Terrain
We do not recommend using the
DR POWERWAGON 5.0 on
slopes greater than 20 degrees.
(Figure 8) This is for safety and
proper engine operation. Doing
so could deprive the engine of oil
and cause it to overheat resulting
in component damage.
Use caution: The DR
POWERWAGON 5.0 may
become unstable when moving
over ruts, bumps and other
depressions.
On a slope, a heavy load will tend to shift. When using your DR POWERWAGON
5.0, keep in mind that loads tend to shift to the downhill side of the dump bed. Secure
your load in the bed to limit the shifting of the load on slopes. The higher and heavier
the load, the greater the possibility of tipping over. Travel up and down slopes (Figure 8)
and avoid going across slopes.
Again, be especially careful with full loads. A good rule of thumb: the steeper the hill,
the lighter and lower your load should be.
When going downhill, keep a firm grip on the handlebars and push down slightly. Do
not apply the parking brake abruptly when going downhill.
20
° MAX
WARNING! When operating over uneven terrain and slopes, use
EXTREME CAUTION to ensure solid and firm footing. Move slowly if the
ground is rough, especially with a full load. Use 1
st gear with loads over 300
lbs. and on slopes. Limit maximum loads of 400 lbs. on slopes. Do not operate
on slopes greater than 20°.
20°