WHEELIE BARS:
Wheelie Bars are located on the back of the tug to
prevent the tug from tipping in extreme circumstances (i.e. starting too
quickly or stopping too abruptly).
General Maintenance
Tire Pressure:
The tire pressure can range from 30psi for lighter
trailers to the maximum tire pressure (70 PSI) for heavier trailers.
Lower pressures improve traction.
Battery:
Keep the battery fully charged. The battery performance will
diminish measurably as the ambient air temperature drops.
Hydrostatic Transaxle:
This should be checked for oil level. Add 20W-50 oil if level is low.
Drive Wheel Bearings:
Permanently lubricated.
Caster Zerk Fittings:
Needs to be lubed periodically to ensure ease of caster wheel steering.
Drive Chains:
Apply chain lube periodically depending on use and environment.
Tractive Ability:
If the tug seems to be losing tractive ability, it’s an indication of a loose drive belt.
The engine plate is mounted on slotted holes and can be moved rearward to tighten the drive belt if
necessary. Simply loosen the nuts, push the engine plate towards the rear of the tug and tighten the
nuts firmly.
Engine:
DO NOT ADD OIL BEFORE CHECKING OIL LEVEL! Oil is added before shipping, verify
level is between marks on dipstick. Add 10W-30 oil when needed. Refer to Engine Manual for
additional information.
SAFETY WARNINGS:
* Read, study and understand all warnings and operating instructions prior to use
* When working on the tug:
* Put the tug up on blocks to get the drive wheels off the ground before beginning any work.
* Do not allow anyone to stand directly in front of or behind the vehicle during testing.
* Make sure the Power switch is off.
* Use well-insulated tools.
* Runaways - Some conditions could cause the tug to run out of control. Jack up the tug and get the
drive wheels off the ground before attempting any work on the engine control circuitry.
* High Current Arcs - Batteries can supply very high power and arcs can occur if they are short circuit.
Wear safety glasses, and use properly insulated tools to prevent short circuit.
* Do not overload this tug beyond the rated capacity.
* This tug is designed for use only on hard level surfaces capable of sustaining the load.
* No alterations to the tug shall be made.
* Electronic components may be damaged if exposed to water!
This is not covered under warranty.
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Failure to heed these warnings may result in personal injury and/or property damage.
