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Rear Wheel Assembly and Removal
Both rear wheels on the Model 5 motorcaddie are
easily removed and replaced. The wheel is held in
place by a spring-loaded Release Tab on the inside
of the wheel. The Tab seats into a groove on the
axle. There is a groove for the Drive position and
one for the Free-Wheeling position.
To install the wheel on the axle, pull the wheel Release
Tab back. While holding the Release Tab, place the wheel
on the end of the axle. Slip wheel all the way against the
Hub, aligning the Drive Pins on the hub into the Drive
Holes in the wheel. When the wheel is on the axle, up
against the Hub with Drive Pins engaged, release the tab.
This will allow the Release Tab to lock into the Drive
Groove, and the wheel should now be securely mounted
on the axle. Wheels should NOT slide off the axle.
To REMOVE wheels, pull the Release Tab back
toward the tire and slide the wheel off axle. Wheels
are not left/right specic and can be installed on
either side.
Free-Wheeling Function:
Free-Wheeling means that the wheels will turn freely without engaging the axle or gear train. Placing the
motorcaddie into Free-Wheeling is a MUST if the Model 5 is to be pulled or towed.
To position each wheel into Free-Wheeling, pull the Release Tab on the inside of the wheel back to-
wards the tire. Slide the wheel outward slightly on the axle. Position the wheel so that the Release Tab
is centered in the Free-Wheel Groove. Release the tab to allow it to lock in the proper groove. Wheel
should now spin freely. Hub Drive Pins will no longer be engaged into the wheel’s Drive Holes. Now
try to move the wheel outward on the axle to ensure the Release Tab is locked. The wheel will NOT
slide off the axle if properly positioned.
Hub
Drive Pin
Right Hub
(DAH-5) Drive
Groove
Free-Wheel
Groove
Release Tab
Drive
Hole
Drive
Hole
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AutoBrake Operation:
The Model 5 is equipped with a transaxle drive train that engages the motor/gear drive unit and wheels at
all times. The motorcaddie will not free-wheel when pushed forward.
As you go downhill, with the power still switched ON, turn the speed control thumb-wheel downward to
a slower setting. The motorcaddie will slow down and give you a feeling of security as you drive down
the hill.
If the slope is extremely steep, you may turn the power switch OFF, which will provide approximately
50% more braking power than just turning the speed control to its slowest setting. If this is too much
braking power, alternate turning the power switch OFF and ON until you reach the bottom of the hill.
WARNING: If you must tow your Model 5 either forward or backward, always put the Model 5 into
free-wheeling FIRST! Gear damage may result from pulling or pushing your Model 5 with great force
or for long distances. Damage incurred from failure to disengage drive wheels from gear train is NOT
covered by warranty.
See free-wheeling instructions on page 9.
Overcurrent Protection:
An electric motor draws current to meet the load placed on it. If the load is too great, there is danger
that excess amperage will be drawn, damaging controls, wiring or the motor itself. An example of
this could be a motorcaddie stopped by shrubs or trees, or unable to roll, while the power is still on.
Your Model 5 is equipped with an overcurrent protection circuitry. It turns itself OFF in most
situations that cause current draw to approach the danger level.
In this event, reset your Model 5 by turning it OFF manually at the ON-OFF switch. After you have
corrected the problem, cleared the obstacle, etc., turn your Model 5 back ON and continue normal
operation.
AutoBrake isn’t supposed
to STOP your motorcaddie.
Rather, it slows it down when
going down hills. It does NOT
function as a parking brake.
Therefore, always make sure the
motorcaddie is turned sideways
when you’re stopped on a slope.
Hub
Drive Pin
