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TOW-BEHIND FIELD and BRUSH MOWER

 

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This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. 

 

 

Table of Contents 

Chapter 1: General Safety Rules ............................................................................................................................................................ 3

 

Chapter 2: Setting Up the DR TOW-BEHIND FIELD and BRUSH MOWER ....................................................................................... 6

 

Chapter 3: Operating the DR TOW-BEHIND FIELD and BRUSH MOWER ........................................................................................ 12

 

Chapter 4: Maintaining the DR TOW-BEHIND FIELD and BRUSH MOWER .................................................................................... 19

 

Chapter 5: Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................................................. 25

 

Chapter 6: Parts Lists and Schematic Diagrams .................................................................................................................................. 28

 

Conventions used in this manual 

Serial Number and Order Number 

A Serial Number is used to identify your machine and is located on the Serial 
Number Label on your machine (Figure 1).  An Order Number is used to check 
and maintain your order history and is located your packing 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 Equipment reserves the right to discontinue, change, and improve its 
products at any time without notice or obligation to the purchaser. The 
descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at 
printing. Equipment described within this manual may be optional. Some 
illustrations may not be applicable to your machine. 

California Proposition 65 

This information is important in the proper use of your machine. Failure to follow this instruction could result in damage to your 
machine or property. 

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Summary of Contents for PREMIER 44T

Page 1: ...ructions before operating the TOW BEHIND DR TOW BEHIND FIELD and BRUSH MOWER DR TOW BEHIND FIELD and BRUSH MOWER SAFETY OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DR Power Equipment Toll free phone 1 800 DR OWNER 376 963...

Page 2: ...s located on the Serial Number Label on your machine Figure 1 An Order Number is used to check and maintain your order history and is located your packing slip For your convenience and ready reference...

Page 3: ...9637 and one of our Technical Support Representatives will be happy to help you Chapter 1 General Safety Rules Labels Your TOW BEHIND DR TOW BEHIND FIELD and BRUSH MOWER carries prominent labels as re...

Page 4: ...rburetor air intake cover removed Do not use flammable solutions to clean the air filter Never operate the engine without the muffler and deflector if so equipped Inspect the muffler and deflector per...

Page 5: ...LD and BRUSH MOWER in a safe manner Contact us at www DRpower com or call 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 for assistance Safe operation of the DR TOW BEHIND FIELD and BRUSH MOWER is necessary to prevent death...

Page 6: ...h Fuel Shutoff Valve Left Side Oil Filter Muffler Fuel Filter Chapter 2 Setting Up the DR TOW BEHIND FIELD and BRUSH MOWER It may be helpful to familiarize yourself with the controls and features of y...

Page 7: ...Different Than Shown Tow Bar Locking Pin Battery Chain Debris Guard Tow Bar Tow Hitch Oil Drain Tube Fuel Fill Oil Fill Cap Dipstick Air Filter Cover Left Side Throttle Control Electric Start Key Swi...

Page 8: ...7 1 2 max From 4 min to 7 1 2 max From 4 min to 7 1 2 max Cutting Width 44 44 44 Cutting Capacity 4 high grass 8 high weeds brush 3 thick saplings 4 high grass 8 high weeds brush 3 thick saplings 6 hi...

Page 9: ...g Clevis Pin Washer and Hair Pin Figure 4 2 Align the Tow Bar so it is pointed straight out from the Mower and install a Clevis Pin Washer and Hair Pin in the Offset Bracket to lock the Tow Bar in pos...

Page 10: ...at a time rechecking the Dipstick until the oil reaches the fill mark Be careful not to overfill 4 Replace the Dipstick and turn it a quarter turn clockwise to lock it fully into position 5 Remove the...

Page 11: ...n reach of the seated Tow Vehicle driver Figure 11a and 11b 2 Secure the Remote Control to a fixed object on your Tow Vehicle using the mounting holes at either end of the Control Box with Cable Ties...

Page 12: ...0 pounds Riding Lawn Mower 14 HP and above and weighing at least 400 pounds Utility Vehicle Compact or Sub Compact Tractor Tow Vehicle Restrictions PRO Models You must be able to secure the Blade Enga...

Page 13: ...es to fully burnish the Clutch Before Starting the Engine 1 Check the oil level every time you use the machine See your Engine Owner s Manual 2 Check the gasoline level 3 PRO and Pro XL Models Only Op...

Page 14: ...le Control Lever back to the Run position so the engine runs smoothly Note Ensure that the Throttle Control Lever is always in the Run position for mowing Stopping the Engine 1 Disengage the Blades by...

Page 15: ...eight Adjusters Counter Clockwise will raise the Mower Deck Ten full rotations equal 1 of height change 4 Rotate both Height Adjusters in the desired direction switching sides about every ten full tur...

Page 16: ...et or Full Offset 3 Reinstall the Clevis Pin Washer and Hair Pin to Lock the Tow Bar in Place Offsetting the Tow Bar Extension 1 Remove the Hair Pin Washer and Clevis Pin that secures the Tow Bar Exte...

Page 17: ...h the Hair Pin Washer and Clevis Pin 7 Pro and Pro XL model Install the Cable Clamps to the top of the Tow Bar using a 5 16 Nut Driver Figure 24 8 Pro and Pro XL model Position the Remote Control Cabl...

Page 18: ...nd other slippery areas Use a lower slower speed when mowing in wet conditions If you need to leave the tow vehicle to clear debris from the mower deck set the parking brake and shut off the tow vehic...

Page 19: ...Blades Sharpness Clean Engine Exterior Cooling Fins Check Cable connections Check Tire Pressure of rear Wheels psi on side of tire Change Engine Oil and Filter Note 1st time after 5 hours Replace Air...

Page 20: ...ve the Oil Drain Hose Assembly from the Bracket and lower the Cap end over the Container to drain 5 Pro and Pro XL Models The Engine Oil Filter is located on the side of the Engine Figure 31 Using an...

Page 21: ...er the Muffler on the 20hp PRO Models 6 At the back of the machine use a 9 16 Wrench to remove the three Bolts securing the Belt Cover and set the Belt Cover aside Figure 35 7 From the front of the ma...

Page 22: ...ction 7 PRO models Secure the Fuel and Vapor Lines that were removed in the previous section into the Cable Guide Removing and Replacing the Swinging Blades Note Replace the Blade s when worn or damag...

Page 23: ...s MUST be installed onto the new Canister in the same location as they were on the old Canister The Canister is labeled Purge this hose is from the engine and Tank this hose is from the top of the fue...

Page 24: ...If the Battery loses its charge you ll need to use a trickle Charger like the DR Battery Charger to recharge it The Charger should have an output of 12 volts at no more than 2 amps Note The charging s...

Page 25: ...re in the Engine Owner s Manual There may be Fuses in the Wiring Harness Check the Fuses and replace if needed Check the wire connections especially the ground connection the large green wire coming f...

Page 26: ...o loose on the Blade Carrier Re tighten the Swinging Blade mounting hardware See Chapter 4 Be sure to turn OFF the Engine and remove the Spark Plug wire s before performing this operation Replace a Sw...

Page 27: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 27...

Page 28: ...171 Chain Welded 1 4 Grade 30 Proof 15 363151 Bracket Chain Guard 16 363161 Rod Chain Guard 17 373831 Bar Push 18 101891 Grease Fitting Zerk 1 4 28 Straight 19 343241 Bolt HCS 3 4 10 X 7 GR5 ZP Ref Pa...

Page 29: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 29 Schematic Frame Assembly...

Page 30: ...0 105 Wire 23 365641 Bolt Hex Flange 3 4 10 X 1 75 GR8 ZP 24 365631 Bolt Hex Flange 1 2 13 X 1 25 GR8 ZP Ref Part Description 25 352811 Bolt Hex Flange TL 3 8 16 X 3 4 26 10000032164 Bolt HH Tap Blt...

Page 31: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 31 Schematic Deck Assembly...

Page 32: ...XL 34 A0000215642 Wire Harness Hand Control Pro Pro XL 35 A0000258128 Wire Harness Machine Pro Pro XL A0000341747 Wire Harness E S No Remote Premier 36 A0000300599 Hand Control Back PTO Switch Pro Pro...

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

Page 34: ...Limited Warranty is applicable only to the original owner The warranty holder is responsible for the performance of the required maintenance as defined by the manufacturer s owner s manuals The warra...

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

Page 36: ...s and seat the valves to prevent moisture buildup Clean or replace the Air Filter s Clean dirt and debris from the Cylinder Head Cooling Fins Blower Housing Debris Screen and Muffler area of the Engin...

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