DR Premier 375, Safety & Operating Instructions Manual

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The flywheel will still rotate for A WHILE after the engine is shut off. Shut down the engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a
complete stop, remove spark plug wire, then wait 5 minutes before moving or working on the chipper.
The flywheel will still rotate for A WHILE after the engine is shut off. Shut down the engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a
complete stop, remove spark plug wire, then wait 5 minutes before moving or working on the chipper.
Daily Checklist for the DR SELF-FEEDING WOOD CHIPPER
To help maintain your
DR SELF-FEEDING WOOD CHIPPER
for optimum performance, we recommend you follow this checklist each time
you use your Chipper.
[ ] OIL: With the machine on a level surface, check the Engine oil level with the Dipstick and add more if necessary (only add oil to the level
indicated on the Dipstick - DO NOT OVERFILL). Use SAE 30 high detergent motor oil.
[ ] GAS: Fill the Fuel Tank with clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.
[ ] ENGINE AIR COOLING SYSTEM: It is very important to keep the Engine clean of debris. Remove leaves and other built-up materials from
the Air Intake Screen before, during, and after using the Chipper. Regularly remove debris from the Cooling Fins. A dirty Engine retains heat and
can cause damage to the internal Engine parts.
[ ] BELT: Check the Belt for wear, proper alignment and tension.
[ ] KNIFE: Check the Knife.
[ ] GENERAL CONDITION: Check the general condition of the machine, e.g.; nuts, bolts, welds, etc.
[ ] HOPPER: Check that there is no material left in the hopper before starting the Chipper.
[ ] TIRES: Check that there is the proper amount of air in the Tires.
End of Season and Storage
Note: Please refer to the Engine Owner's Manual for engine-specific procedures.
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Never store the
DR SELF-FEEDING WOOD CHIPPER
with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present,
such as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers and the like. If you are going to drain the fuel tank, do this outdoors. Allow the engine
to cool before storing in any enclosure.

When not in use, your
DR SELF-FEEDING WOOD CHIPPER
should be stored out of the reach of children.

Change the oil. Refer to your Engine Owner’s Manual for detailed information.

If your
DR SELF-FEEDING WOOD CHIPPER
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. Close the Fuel Shut-Off Valve to prevent carburetor overflow and leakage.

Remove the spark plug and pour about 1 ounce of motor oil into the cylinder hole. Reinstall the plug and pull the starter cord a few times.
This will coat the pistons and seat the valves to prevent moisture buildup.
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Clean or replace the air filter.

Lubricate all grease fittings.

Clean any dirt and debris from the cylinder head cooling fins, blower housing, debris screen and muffler area of the engine.
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Check the Drive Belt for wear.

Check the Chipper Knife and Wear Plate for nicks and wear.

Clean any debris from the Hopper and Discharge Chute.