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Assembling the Belt Links 

This section explains the assembly of the Belt Links and is for reference when installing the Belt onto the machine. 

The Belt can be assembled by hand but if you are having difficulty twisting the Tabs, Needle Nose Pliers can be used. Be 
careful not to damage the Tabs when using the Pliers. 

1.

 

Turn the Belt inside out so the inside Tabs are facing out (

Figure 42

). 

2.

 

Twist the Tab end sideways and insert it through the two Slots until it comes 
out the other side (

Figure 43

). 

3.

 

Twist the end of the Tab to lock it into position (

Figure 44

). 

4.

 

Twist the second Tab sideways and insert it into the slot of the single Link at 
the end. 

5.

 

Twist the Tab back to the locking position (

Figure 45

). 

6.

 

Flip the Belt back to be right side out (

Figure 46

). 

Note:

  The Belt must be disassembled before it can be installed around the Engine 

Pulley. 

Right Side 
Out 

Figure 46 

First Tab 

Figure 43 

Two Link Layers 

Straighten 
First Tab To 
Lock in Place 

Figure 44 

Second 
Tab 

Inside of 
Link Belt 

Figure 42 

Assemble 
with Tabs 
facing Out 

Outside of 
Link Belt 

Straighten 
Second Tab 

Figure 45 

Summary of Contents for PILOT XT

Page 1: ...e 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 Website www DRpower com DR WALK BEHIND LEAF AND LAWN VACUUM SAFETY OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Model PILOT XT PILOT XTSP Read and understand this manual and all instructions befor...

Page 2: ...g slip For your 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 E...

Page 3: ...376 9637 and one of our Technical Support Representatives will be happy to help you 137581 A0000330988 Chapter 1 General Safety Rules Labels Your DR WALK BEHIND LEAF AND LAWN VACUUM carries prominent...

Page 4: ...arefoot or wearing open sandals Avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry which can catch on the machine s moving parts We recommend wearing gloves while using your DR Walk Behind Leaf and Lawn Vacuum B...

Page 5: ...anyone nearby is smoking or if you are near anything that could cause it to ignite or explode Replace the fuel tank and fuel container caps securely If you spill gasoline do not attempt to start the...

Page 6: ...loose impeller bolt or loose engine mounting bolts Clean and repair and or replace damaged parts Always shut off the DR Walk Behind Leaf and Lawn Vacuum engine wait five minutes to cool and disconnec...

Page 7: ...ly Drive Cable Adjuster XTSP Only Muffler Handlebar Height Adjuster Bag Holder 8 Front Wheels Chapter 2 Setting Up The DR WALK BEHIND LEAF AND LAWN VACUUM It may be helpful to familiarize yourself wit...

Page 8: ...ont Wheel Size 8 x 2 Rear Wheel Size 10 x 2 Spare Bag Carrier 1 Carrier included 10 Bag Capacity 2nd Carrier Optional for 20 Bag total Capacity Drive Push Transmission Flex Speed Cone Clutch Speeds N...

Page 9: ...d install the four 5 16 18 X 1 2 Bolts by hand Figure 5 4 Tighten the four Lower Handlebar Bolts using a 1 2 Wrench 5 Rotate the Bag Support Platform down Figure 6 6 Remove the knobs from each side of...

Page 10: ...checking the Dipstick until the Oil reaches the fill mark Figure 11 Be careful not to overfill 5 Replace the Dipstick and screw all the way down when full Adding Gasoline 1 Remove the Fuel Tank Cap fr...

Page 11: ...er just past vertical where the Bag Top Cover will stay up by itself Figure 15 2 Unfurl the bag until it can stand on its own 3 Position the top of the bag around the outside of the Bag Clamping Ring...

Page 12: ...12 DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Figure 16 Figure 17 Figure 18 Bag Clamping Ring...

Page 13: ...oring the machine to prevent premature deterioration of the Bag caused from rotting debris and the possibility of a fire occurring as a result of heat generated by decomposing debris Emptying the Coll...

Page 14: ...will continue to run Stopping the Engine 2 Press the On Off Switch to the OFF position Figure 22 and Figure 23 Operating the Drive System Self Propel Models TO TRAVEL FORWARD 1 Start the machine and...

Page 15: ...ch as you feed it into the Chipper tube This will also improve the chipping performance When chipping frequently empty the Collection Bag to make it easier because of the weight of the accumulative ch...

Page 16: ...ck that the Collection Bag is not overfilled Empty the Bag if Full 5 Check the end of the Hose for debris buildup inside the Bag Top Cover Remove any buildup and close the Cover If you found and remov...

Page 17: ...intervals listed in the checklist below supersede those listed in the Engine Manufacture s Owner s Manual Regular Maintenance Checklist PROCEDURE BEFORE EACH USE EVERY 25 HOURS EVERY 50 HOURS Check E...

Page 18: ...time rechecking the Dipstick until the Oil reaches the fill mark Be careful not to overfill Bag Maintenance Store bags in a dry area Adjusting the Traction Drive Cable Model XTSP Note When properly ad...

Page 19: ...ing so the Knife mounts flush against the Flywheel 6 Install a new or sharpened Knife with the sharp edge toward the Slotted Opening Figure 39 Install In reverse order of removal inserting the Screws...

Page 20: ...placed inside where there is limited access See the following section Assembling the Belt Links 5 Before connecting the belt into a loop route the belt around the pulley under the engine Make sure th...

Page 21: ...sert it through the two Slots until it comes out the other side Figure 43 3 Twist the end of the Tab to lock it into position Figure 44 4 Twist the second Tab sideways and insert it into the slot of t...

Page 22: ...e an output of 12 volts at no more than 2 amps At 1 amp you may have to charge the Battery for as long as 48 hours At 2 amps you may have to charge the Battery for as long as 24 hours Note The chargin...

Page 23: ...rom Engine crank cover for improved air circulation Unit does not discharge into bag Discharge Hose clogged Stop Engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire Clean inside of blower housing See MA...

Page 24: ...ng Chipper Housing Vacuuming too fast Clean out housing and vacuum at slower speed Loss of traction XTSP Model Drive Engagement Cable Loose Adjust Drive Engagement cable Stretched or broken Drive Belt...

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Page 26: ...0 63 ZP 16 A0000222872 Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 X 3 1 2 ZP 17 311121 Knob 2 25 Dia 516 18 Insert 18 123361 Bolt HCS 5 16 18 X 1 1 4 GR5 ZP 19 333321 Nut Nylon Lock Flanged 5 16 18 20 112411 Washer Flat...

Page 27: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 27 Schematic Pro Handlebar and Bagger Assembly XT Model...

Page 28: ...23 Plate Left Rear Axle A0000330824 Plate Right Rear Axle 13 A0000330858 Bushing Axle 14 396181 Knob Tapered Plastic 15 A0000330807 Snout 16 A0000330894 Engine w Labels DR 7 6GTQ M S RV170 Ref Part De...

Page 29: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 29 Schematic Drive Assembly XT Model...

Page 30: ...19 333321 Nut Nylon Lock Flanged 5 16 18 20 112411 Washer Flat 5 16 USS 21 A0000655096 Recoil Holder Wire Form 22 350381 Nut Nylon Lock Flange 10 24 ZP 23 A0000330878 Screw RHTF 10 14 X 75 ZP 24 A0000...

Page 31: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 31 Schematic Pro Handlebar and Bagger Assembly XTSP Model...

Page 32: ...000330856 Shaft Pulley Riser 23 A0000330854 Bracket Transmission 24 A0000330863 Cover Belt Ref Part Description 25 A0000330855 Pulley 3L V Belt 3 0 OD 38 Shaft 26 A0000330862 Belt Linked 3L 27 422691...

Page 33: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 33 Schematic Drive Assembly XTSP Model...

Page 34: ...ance 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 Belt Filters Chipper Knife Ba...

Page 35: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 35 Notes...

Page 36: ...Head Cooling Fins Impeller Housing Debris Screen and Muffler area of the Engine Remove the Spark Plug and pour about 1 ounce of motor Oil into the Cylinder hole Replace the Plug and pull the Recoil St...

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