3.Pull the recoil rope (Figure 8) slowly, until you feel drag. Let the rope rewind slowly. Then pull the recoil with a rapid full arm stroke to start the engine. Let the recoil rope slowly return to the starter. One pull usually starts the DR® POWERWAGON™, but repeat if necessary.
Note: Holding the throttle control lever at half throttle may help with starting.
Stopping the Engine
1.Shift the transmission to "N" neutral.
2.Set the brake and turn the key to the "OFF" position.
The DR® POWERWAGON™ key switch has a pressure lock insert which prevents the key from vibrating loose during use. To remove the key, turn the key to the left "OFF" position, push in on it and then quickly and firmly pull it out. If the key is difficult to remove, try spraying FLUID FILM™ or a similar lubricant into the switch.
Engaging the Transmission
Forward Gears
To shift the transmission from neutral into the forward gears, first release the throttle lever then move the shift lever forward and position it next to the desired drive range (Figure 9).
Use first gear for slower speeds, heavy loads or more power.
Use second gear for transport.
Reverse
To shift the transmission into reverse, first release the throttle lever then move the shift lever to the right and all the way backwards.
Figure 9
Engaging the Drive
With the engine running, slowly squeeze the throttle lever on the right handlebar until you reach desired speed.
Note: Squeezing the throttle lever quickly will make the DR® POWERWAGON™ jump forward. Squeeze the throttle lever slowly and ease the machine into gear.
When engaging reverse USE EXTRA CAUTION. Check to see that there are no obstacles behind you (Figure 10), and use a slow throttle setting with heavy loads to avoid abrupt lifting of the handlebars and tipping.
Figure 10
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