27 DR
SCOUT
FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions
End of Season & Storage
Note
: Please refer to the engine manufacturer's owner's manual for engine-specific
procedures.
Change the oil.
If your DR
SCOUT
FIELD and BRUSH MOWER will be idle for more than 30
days, we recommend using a gas stabilizer. This will prevent sediment from
gumming up the carburetor. If 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 engine for a
short time to allow the additive to circulate.
Remove the spark plug and pour about 1 ounce of motor oil into the cylinder hole.
Replace the plug and pull the recoil starter rope until you feel strong resistance.
This will coat the piston and seat the valves to prevent moisture buildup.
Clean/replace the air filters.
Clean dirt and debris from the cylinder head cooling fins, blower housing, debris
screen and muffler area of the engine.
Remove any wrapped weeds from the blade bearing housing. Clean grass and
debris from the top and underneath the mower deck with a stiff brush.
Check the blade for nicks and wear. Remove the blade and sharpen, or have it
professionally sharpened if needed.
WARNING!
Before performing any maintenance procedure, stop the
engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
