Northwest Manufacturing SUPERTOW 1 User manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents 2
Precautions 3
1) Specifications 4
1.1 Weights and Capacity
1.2 Speed of Operation
1.3 Power Specs
1.4 Fuel
1.5 Dimensions
2) User Controls 5
2.1 Brake
2.2 Throttle
2.3 Clutch
2.4 Gear Shift
2.5 Carriage Release
3) Features
3.1 Pull Start 6
3.2 Starter Button
3.3 Battery Charger
3.4 Headlight
3.5 Lazy Susan Carriage 7
3.6 Low Profile Design
4) Assembly 8
4.1 Required Tools
4.2 Uncrating
4.3 Handle Assembly 9
4.4 Attach Control Cables
5) Cautions 11
6) Surface Requirements
7) Initial Startup
8) Familiarization 12
9) First Time Operation with Aircraft
10) Maintenance 14
10.1 Lubrication
10.2 Tires
10.3 Battery
10.4 On-Board Battery Charger
11) Troubleshooting 15
12) Guarantee/Warranty
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Precautions
✓Read through this entire manual before operating.
✓The Supertow 1 is heavy machinery that moves expensive aircraft.
✓Become familiar with Supertow 1 operation before using on aircraft.
✓Be aware of surroundings before and during usage.
✓Use caution whenever operating the Supertow 1.
✓Serious injury or death may result from improper use.
Good Practices
✓Chocking 1 or both aircraft main tires will greatly help loading
✓Never chock the tire you are loading
✓Each aircraft is different; take time familiarize yourself with new aircraft.
✓When not in use for extended periods, leave battery charger plugged in.
✓Periodically check Supertow I tire pressure; proper pressure will improve loading.
✓Proper aircraft tire pressure will improve loading.
If you have questions, please call (208) 635-5352 or email us at
sales@powertow.com
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PACK CONTENTS!
1- Owner’s Manual (this one)
1- Engine Manual
1- Battery Charger Manual
1- 18oz SAE 30W Engine Oil
1- 1/4 “ Allen Wrench
4- Tie Wraps (one extra)
2- 5/16” x 3” Allen Bolt
1- 5/16” x 3-1/4” Allen Bolt
3- 5/16” Luck Nuts
6- 5/16” Flat Washers
1- Lift Kit
Lift bar
Mounting Hardware
Lift Kit Instructions
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1) SPECIFICATIONS
1.1 Weights and Capacity
•Unit Weight: 285lb
•Total Shipping Weight: 406 lb.
•Towing Capacity: 8,000 pounds max push/pull (2 deg slope)
•Carriage Weight Capacity: 1,200 pounds max
•Carriage Carry Capacity: Up to Tire Size 600x6
1.2 Speed of Operation:
•0-100 fpm
1.3 Power Specs
•System Power: 8.75 Gross Torque 4-Cycle Engine
1.4 Fuel
•E87+ Unleaded Auto Fuel (non-ethanol preferred)
•100LL
1.5 Dimensions
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2) User Controls
2.1 BRAKE
•Brake handle controls disc brake located on side of transmission.
•Brake tension adjusters are located at each end of cable.
•Avoid braking while clutch is engaged.
2.2 THROTTLE
•Controls speed of tug.
•“STOP” position shuts off engine.
2.3 CLUTCH
•To engage power to wheels, slowly squeeze clutch.
•When shifting into gear, squeeze clutch handle slightly to help engage transmission.
•Clutch tension is adjusted on clutch cable.
2.4 GEAR SHIFT
•Forward –Neutral –Reverse
•When shifting into gear, squeeze clutch handle slightly to help engage transmission.
•Gear shifting adjusters are located at each end of cable.
2.5 CARRIAGE RELEASE
•Push forward to lower carriage
•After releasing carriage, pull lever back into full back position.
•Carriage release adjusters are located at each end of cable.
Please contact us before attempting to adjust shift or carriage release cables.
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