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 TOW BEHIND

 DR

®

 

 FIELD and BRUSH MOWER

 

Specifications 

 

13 HP Pro Model

 

17 HP Commercial Model

 

Machine Warranty 

2 year Residential, 90 day Commercial 

2 year Residential, 90 day Commercial 

Engine Warranty 

2 year Residential, 1 year Commercial 

2 year Residential, 2 year Commercial 

Engine 

13 HP Briggs & Stratton Engine, Electric Start, 
OHV, 1 Cast-Iron Sleeve, Full Pressure Oil Pump 
w/ Oil Filter, 48 oz Oil Capacity, Dual-Element Air 
Filter, Fuel Pump, Electronic Ignition 

17 HP Kawasaki KAI Engine, Electric Start, V-Twin OHV, 
2 Cast-Iron Sleeves, Full Pressure Oil Pump w/ Oil 
Filter, 58 oz Oil Capacity, Dual-Element Air Filter, Fuel 
Pump, Electronic Ignition 

Fuel Tank 

2.5 Gallons, Gasoline, Unleaded 

2.5 Gallons, Gasoline, Unleaded 

Wheels 

18" Dia. x 6-7/8" Wide, All Terrain Tread, 28 PSI, 
Sealed, Tubeless 

18" Dia. x 6-7/8" Wide, All Terrain Tread, 28 PSI, Sealed, 
Tubeless 

Remote Control Panel 

Key Switch, Throttle Lever, and Blade Engage 
Switch, 5' from Versa-Hitch™ to front of Control 
Panel. 

Key Switch, Throttle Lever, and Blade Engage Switch, 5' 
from Versa-Hitch™ to front of Control Panel. 

Deck Offset 

0%, 50%, 75%, 100% 
Out-Rigger™ Tow Bar

 

0%, 50%, 75%, 100% 
Out-Rigger™ Tow Bar 

Adjustable Cutting Height 

5", 6-1/4", and 7-1/2" 
Step & Mow™ Wheel Axle and Versa-Hitch™ 

5", 6-1/4", and 7-1/2" 
Step & Mow™ Wheel Axle and Versa-Hitch™ 

Cutting Width 

44" 44" 

Cutting Capacity 

4' High Grass, 1-1/2" Thick Saplings 

6' High Grass, 1-1/2" Thick Saplings 

Blade Tip Speed 

195 MPH or 17,180 Ft/Min 

195 MPH or 17,180 Ft/Min 

Swinging Blades 

“PRO-TEK” Swinging Blades 
2 Blades, .25" Thick x 16-1/2" Long Hardened Steel 

“PRO-TEK” Swinging Blades 
2 Blades, .25" Thick x 16-1/2" Long Hardened Steel 

Deck 

11 GA (.12" thick) Welded Steel 

11 GA (.12" thick) Welded Steel 

Spindle 

1-3/8" Dia. Shaft with 2 Sealed 30 mm Bearings 

1-3/8" Dia. Shaft with 2 Sealed 30 mm Bearings 

Spindle Housing 

7 GA (.18" thick) Welded Steel 

7 GA (.18" thick) Welded Steel 

Push Bar 

1-1/4" Dia. x 11 GA (.12" thick) Steel Tubing 

1-1/4" Dia. x 11 GA (.12" thick) Steel Tubing 

Front Guard 

3/16" Thick Compressed Rubber 

3/16" Thick Compressed Rubber 

Belt 

5/8" x 53.8" Type BP51 

5/8" x 53.8" Type BP51 

Electric Clutch 

75 ft-lb Ogura 

75 ft-lb Ogura 

Fuses 

20 AMP Type AGC Fuse (Engine Alternator Circuit) 
7 AMP Type AGC Fuse (Clutch Circuit) 

20 AMP Type AGC Fuse (Engine Alternator Circuit) 
7 AMP Type AGC Fuse (Clutch Circuit) 

Machine Overall Width 

64-1/4" Outside the Wheels 

64-1/4" Outside the Wheels 

Machine Overall Length 

110" with the Tow Bar fully extended 

110" with the Tow Bar fully extended 

Machine Overall Height 

28-1/4" 28-7/8" 

Machine Weight at Tow Bar 

35 lbs. 

27 lbs. 

Machine Weight 

442 lbs. 

465 lbs. 

Shipping Weight 

617 lbs. 

641 lbs. 

Shipping Crate 

73" x 60" x 36" 

73" x 60" x 36" 

Unpacking and Assembling the Machine 

Unpacking and assembling the TOW-BEHIND DR

 F

IELD and BRUSH MOWER is a two-person job as the 13 HP unit weighs 442 

pounds and the 17 HP unit weighs 465 pounds.  We recommend you have an extra set of hands available before you begin.  
Electric Start models have the Key located on the rear of the Battery Strap as shown in Figure 1 on page 7. 

Parts Supplied in Crate: 

 

TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER 

 

Safety & Operating Instructions Manual 

 

Briggs & Stratton or Kawasaki Engine Manual 

 

Small Parts Bag:  

- Hook and Loop Straps  - Plastic hose (oil drain)  - Extra Zip-Tie Wraps 

Summary of Contents for 13 HP Pro

Page 1: ...TING INSTRUCTIONS Serial No Order No DR Power Equipment Toll free phone 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 Fax 1 802 877 1213 Website www DRpower com Read and understand this manual and all instructions before o...

Page 2: ...our convenience and ready reference enter the Serial Number and Order Number in the space provided on the front cover of this manual Additional Information and Potential Changes DR Power Equipment res...

Page 3: ...ng and safety gear when operating this machine to prevent or minimize the risk of severe injury Always take the following precautions when operating the TOW BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Always wear...

Page 4: ...er the watchful care of a responsible adult Be alert and always turn off your tow vehicle engine and the Tow Behind DR Field Brush Mower engine if children enter the work area Before and while moving...

Page 5: ...he engine to cool completely before storing in any enclosure Never store a machine that has gas in the tank or a fuel container near an open flame or spark such as a water heater space heater clothes...

Page 6: ...nd themselves Always mount the remote control panel within easy reach of the operator s position Know how to quickly stop the TOW BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER See page 15 Never allow people or pets...

Page 7: ...Control Panel Blade Control Knob Electric Start Key Switch Out Rigger Tow Bar Push Bar Versa Hitch Chapter 2 Setting Up The TOW BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER It may be helpful to familiarize yoursel...

Page 8: ...1 2 Long Hardened Steel PRO TEK Swinging Blades 2 Blades 25 Thick x 16 1 2 Long Hardened Steel Deck 11 GA 12 thick Welded Steel 11 GA 12 thick Welded Steel Spindle 1 3 8 Dia Shaft with 2 Sealed 30 mm...

Page 9: ...s cause a fire resulting in serious injury Using electrical components other than those supplied with your machine could cause the electrical system to overheat explode or start a fire Using the wrong...

Page 10: ...il Fill Figure 3 and wait one minute for the oil to settle 2 Check the Dipstick and continue adding a few ounces of oil at a time rechecking the Dipstick until the oil reaches the fill mark Be careful...

Page 11: ...ive you more mounting options for your machine You can replace the existing Throttle Cable with a longer one and extend the existing Wire Harness Visit our website at www DRpower com to order Kit 2338...

Page 12: ...ls Needed Phillips Screwdriver or Blade Screwdriver or 5 16 Nut Driver 1 Route the Throttle Control Cable from the Tow Bar behind the Fuel Tank straps Figure 7 on page 17 2 Move the Throttle Control t...

Page 13: ...Hook and Loop Straps provided with your TOW BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER through the Remote Control Panel Mounting Slots and then around a fixed object on your Tow Vehicle Figure 13a and b Checking...

Page 14: ...with Engines under 17 HP and weighing less than 500 pounds are not suitable for use on slopes greater than 5 Never operate your TOW BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER on slopes greater than 20 using any...

Page 15: ...e each Throttle adjustment For maximum performance operate the Engine with the Throttle in the RUN position Stopping the Engine 1 Disengage the Blades by pushing the Blade Control Knob down 2 Move the...

Page 16: ...y leveled the Out Rigger Tow Bar when attaching it to your Tow Vehicle whenever you change Cutting Height position up or down just move the Versa Hitch Figure 11 on page 13 up or down to ensure that t...

Page 17: ...angle Figure 15 4 Lift the Handle and twist it until the Spring Pins align with the Slots in the Tow Bar Press down to be sure to seat the Pin in the Mounting Plate hole Figure 15a at the desired loca...

Page 18: ...trunk end toward the top as brush lies on the ground 4 If you are using Offset Mowing keep the Offset at 75 when cutting heavy brush Cutting Wet and Heavy Growth 1 Avoid steep slopes and other slipper...

Page 19: ...Check Tire Pressure psi on side of tire S Change Engine Oil and Filter NOTE 1st time after 5 S Replace Air Filter S Replace Spark Plug s S Replace In line Gas Filter S Removing and Replacing the Engin...

Page 20: ...until the Filter Gasket contacts the base and then tighten the Oil Filter 3 4 to 1 turn DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN 6 Replace the oil by following the instructions on page 10 7 Reattach the Spark Plug wire s...

Page 21: ...side of the Engine 7 Using a 9 16 Wrench remove the top Nut from the Belt Tension Spring Mounting Stud Figure 20 8 Using a Hooked End Pulling Tool remove the Belt Tension Spring from the Mounting Stu...

Page 22: ...ure 23 4 Using two 15 16 Wrenches install and tighten the Lock Nut against the Backing Nut while holding the Backing Nut with one Wrench and tightening the Lock Nut with the other Wrench 5 Repeat step...

Page 23: ...nt at no cost to you If you have any questions please call Toll Free at 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 Our Technical Service Support Staff is available between 8 30 am and 5 00 pm Eastern Time Monday through...

Page 24: ...t overcharge our Battery with a trickle charger however when a Battery is fully charged and the charger is still on it generates heat that could be harmful to the Battery A fully charged Battery will...

Page 25: ...e it connects to the Engine The Battery may not be charged Check the voltage yourself or at a service station If it is low charge it with a 12 volt 1 to 2 amp trickle charger If you do not use your ma...

Page 26: ...9637 for assistance The Blades are not cutting or are loose The Blade Carrier Mounting Bolt may not be tight enough Tighten the Bolt as tight as possible by hand with at least a 1ft long 13 16 Wrench...

Page 27: ...235421 Engine 17HP Kawasaki E S 28 228851 Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 5 HCS GR8 ZP 29 229271 Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 75 HCS 30 110691 Nut Hex 5 16 18 ZP 36 222521 Washer Lock 7 16 Heavy Duty 37 222141 Bolt 7 16 20 x 2...

Page 28: ...only Items Not Illustrated 140021 Tubing Oil Drain 235131 Guard Engine Front Kawasaki only 230801 Screw 6MM x 12 MM SHCS Kawasaki Guard only 142201 Fuse 20 Amp Type AGC 229001 Fuse 7 Amp Type AGC 112...

Page 29: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 29 Schematic Deck and Drive Assembly...

Page 30: ...R8 ZP 10 228871 Washer 385 ID x 1 50 OD x 25 ZP 11 221591 Pin Assy 1 2 w Spring 12 230821 Spacer 2 5 x 1 25 x 75 Nylon 13 160861 Bolt 1 4 20 x 1 25 HCS ZP 14 110731 Nut Nylon Lock 1 4 20 ZP Ref Part D...

Page 31: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 31 Schematic Wheels and Push Bar Assembly...

Page 32: ...14 112391 Washer Flat 3 8 USS ZP 15 110751 Nut Nylon Lock 3 8 16 ZP 16 211551 Pin Quick Release 3 8 x 2 5 17 211541 Pin Clevis 1 2 x 3 5 L ZP 18 160031 Pin Hitch Clip 1 2 to 9 16 19 213251 Control Pa...

Page 33: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 33 Tow Bar and Remote Control Panel Assembly...

Page 34: ...34 TOW BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Notes...

Page 35: ...responsible for the performance of the required maintenance as defined by the manufacturer s owner s manuals The warranty holder is responsible for replacement of normally wearing parts such as the De...

Page 36: ...there is dirt or moisture in the gas or tank remove it by draining the tank Completely fill the tank with fresh unleaded gas and add the appropriate amount of stabilizer or gasoline additive Run the E...

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