DR PRO MAX-34, Safety & Operating Instructions Manual

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DR ®
SNOW BLOWER
Oil Drain
Plug
Figure 39
The Frame and Engine must be level to get an accurate reading when
adjusting the oil level.
Chapter 4: Maintaining the DR SNOW BLOWER
Regular maintenance is the way to ensure the best performance and long life of your machine. Please refer to this manual and the
engine manufacturer's owner's manual for maintenance procedures. Service intervals listed in the checklist below supersede
those listed in the engine manufacturer's owner's manual.
Regular Maintenance Checklist
P
ROCEDURE
B
EFORE
E
ACH
U
SE
E
VERY
5
H
OURS
E
VERY
25
H
OURS
E
VERY
50
H
OURS
Check Engine Oil Level (add as needed) 
Check General Equipment Condition 
Check Auger and Impeller (If they are excessively worn or damaged) 
Check Auger Shear Bolts (replace as needed)

Clean Engine Exterior & Cooling Fins 
Check condition of belts (replace as needed)

Lubricate Chute Gear Flange 
Lubricate Traction Drive Chain 
Clean Air Filter

Lubricate Cables (SAE 30 Oil) 
Change Engine Oil 1
st
time 5
hours

Replace Spark Plug 
Replace Air Filter

Removing and Replacing the Engine Oil
Tools and Supplies Needed:

10mm Wrench (PRO-24, PRO-28 and PRO-XL 30)

12mm Wrench (PRO-MAX 34)

Rags and approved Container (for waste oil)

Small Funnel

Engine Oil (see your Engine Manual for Oil specifications)
1. Position the machine so the Frame and Engine are level and place a Waste
Oil Container under the Oil Drain Plug (
Figure 39 ).
2. Remove the Oil Drain Plug with a 10mm Wrench (PRO-24, PRO-28 and
PRO-XL 30) or 12mm Wrench (PRO-MAX 34) to drain the Oil into the
Container.
3. Replace the Oil Drain Plug when all Oil has drained.
Before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection, stop the engine, remove the Safety Key, and wait five minutes to
allow all parts to cool.