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DR

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FIELD and BRUSH MOWER

 

2-Year Limited Warranty 

Terms and Conditions 

The DR

 FIELD and BRUSH MOWER is warranted for two (2) years against defects in materials or workmanship 

when put to ordinary and normal consumer use as well as commercial use. 

For the purposes of all the above warranties, “ordinary and normal use” and “commercial use” does not include 
misuse, accidents or damage due to inadequate maintenance. 

DR Power Equipment certifies that the DR

 FIELD and BRUSH MOWER is fit for ordinary purposes for which a 

product of this type is used. DR Power Equipment however, limits the implied warranties of merchantability and 
fitness in duration to a period of two (2) years in consumer use as well as commercial use.  DR Power Equipment 
limits the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness in duration to a period of two (2) years for all emissions 
related components.  The Engine manufacturer warrants the Engine separately. 

The 2-Year Limited Warranty on the DR

 FIELD and BRUSH MOWER starts on the date the machine ships from our 

factory. The 2-Year 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 warranty holder is responsible for replacement of normally wearing parts such as the Drive 
Belts, Blade, Filters, Spark Plug(s), Brake Components and Battery. Accessories to the machine are not covered by 
this warranty. 

During the warranty period, the warranty holder is responsible for the machine transportation charges, if required. 
During the warranty period, warranty parts will be shipped by standard method at no charge to the warranty holder. 
Expedited shipping of warranty parts is the responsibility of the warranty holder. 

SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON THE LENGTH OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE ABOVE 
LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. 

DR Power Equipment shall not be liable under any circumstances for any incidental or consequential damages or 
expenses of any kind, including, but not limited to, cost of equipment rentals, loss of profit, or cost of hiring services 
to perform tasks normally performed by the DR

 FIELD and BRUSH MOWER. 

SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL 
DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. 

THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY 
FROM STATE TO STATE.

 

Summary of Contents for XD26

Page 1: ...and this manual and all instructions before operating the DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER DR Power Equipment Toll free phone 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 Website www DRpower com DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER SAFETY OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Models XD26 XD30 ...

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Page 3: ...ial 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 m...

Page 4: ... will be happy to help you Safe operation of the DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER is necessary to prevent death or serious injury Always take the following precautions when operating this machine The DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER is designed to mow grass and brush Do not use it for any other purpose If the machine makes an unusual noise or vibration or if there are obstructions underneath the machine shut off ...

Page 5: ...and stop the engine if a person or pet is within 100 feet of the machine Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them Never allow people to ride on the mower Before mowing clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire bones sticks etc Never remove or alter standard parts or add anything to the DR FIELD and BR...

Page 6: ...rs specifically designed and approved for this purpose Keep away from heat and open flame and out of the reach of children Replace rubber fuel lines and grommets when worn or damaged or after 5 years of use whichever comes first Fill the gasoline tank outdoors with the engine off and after the engine has cooled completely Do not handle gasoline if you or anyone nearby is smoking If you spill gasol...

Page 7: ...ttle Choke Lever Blade Engage Lever Maintenance Meter All Terrain Pneumatic Wheels with Sealant Chapter 2 Setting Up the DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER It may be helpful to familiarize yourself with the controls and features of your DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER as shown in Figure 2a and 2b before beginning these procedures If you have any questions contact us at www DRpower com DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Cont...

Page 8: ...ll Terrain Pneumatic Wheels with Sealant Neutral Bypass Link Both Sides Rubber Debris Guard Belt Cover Brush Deck with Heavy Duty 26 Brush Blade Brush Bar 10 2 hp Honda Engine Multi Tool Service Wrench ON OFF ON OFF DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Controls and Features XD26 with Honda Engine Figure 2b Rear Cover Plate Transport Tie down Both Sides Transport Tie down Both Sides Pull Start Handle Fuel Shut...

Page 9: ...eight 18 lbs per Transaxle 18 lbs per Transaxle Steering X Drive Power Steering X Drive Power Steering Tires 16X6 5 All Terrain Sealant Filled 16X6 5 All Terrain Sealant Filled Machine Dimensions 74 L 30 W 42 H 76 L 34 W 42 H Machine Weight 313 lbs 379 lbs Installing the Spark Arrestor XD30 Only Note The XD26 Honda model is shipped with the Spark Arrestor already installed There is a Tube Screen a...

Page 10: ...the Cable Ties securing the Brush Bar to the Frame with Wire Cutters and rotate the Brush Bar forward to align with the mounting holes at the front of the Deck Figure 7 Note the XD30 model is shipped with Brush Bar mounting Hardware included in the product package 2 Secure the Brush Bar to the Deck with the six 5 16 18 X 1 1 4 Bolts and 5 16 18 Locknuts Note Install all by hand first and then use ...

Page 11: ...full mark Be careful not to overfill 3 Remove the Gas Fill Cap and add Gas to the Fuel Tank to not more than 1 4 from the bottom of the Fill Neck with fresh unleaded gas Figure 10a for XD26 Honda machines or Figure 10b for XD30 Kawasaki machines Full Figure 11b Add XD30 Oil Fill Dipstick Full Figure 11a Add XD26 Oil Fill Dipstick Figure 10b Gas Fill Cap Oil Fill Dipstick Figure 10a Oil Fill Dipsti...

Page 12: ... Chapter 3 1 Loosen both Locknuts using a 1 2 Wrench as you hold the square portion of the Carriage Bolts using a 5 16 Wrench Figure 13 Turn the Locknut down against the Bolt Head 2 Turn the Carriage Bolts up into the Frame until the Nut is contacting the Frame 3 Turn the Locknut against the Frame to lock the Carriage Bolt into position Engaging Disengaging the Transmissions The Hydrostatic Transm...

Page 13: ...turn to the Run position and the Engine will continue to run 3 Move the Throttle Lever to the Fast position XD 26 with HondaEngine 1 Pull out the Choke Lever located on the back of the Engine leave Choke pushed in if the Engine is already warm Figure 17 2 Move the Throttle to Fast Position Figure 16 3 Grasp the Recoil Starter Handle and slowly pull until you feel resistance Let the Cord retract a ...

Page 14: ...ive In the Inline Drive Configuration each wheel is controlled by the lever that is on the same side i e squeeze right to operate the right wheel to turn left and squeeze left to operate the left wheel to turn right Note We recommend practicing and becoming comfortable with cross drive configuration at varying speeds and terrain before considering changing to inline drive If after practicing with ...

Page 15: ...res for engaging the wheel drive is the same when driving in a straight line Inline Drive is the opposite of what is described for the Cross Drive Configuration for turning Pull more on the right Lever to turn left etc X Drive Troubleshooting The transmission speeds have been adjusted at the factory to be balanced left to right However due to variances within the transmissions and linkages it is p...

Page 16: ...s DECK PIVOT BOLT ADJUSTMENT aggressive mowing conditions For aggressive mowing Brush and Saplings the Deck Carriage Bolts should be adjusted all the way down to stabilize the Deck Note The entire machine must be on a flat surface for the following procedures Tools Needed 1 2 Wrench 5 16 Wrench 1 Hold the square portion of the Carriage Bolts using a 5 16 Wrench and loosen both Locknuts from agains...

Page 17: ...a truck see Engaging Disengaging the Transmissions on page 12 Also use Wood Chocks for the Wheels and Tie down Straps so the machine does not shift during transport There are four convenient and secure Tie Down points on the Frame The mower s blade can easily throw stones sticks and other debris at great velocity which could cause personal injury or property damage Do not run the machine over grav...

Page 18: ...le Tension Replace Blade Belt Replace Drive Belt Replace Spark Plug s Replace Fuel Filter Electric Start Machines The XD26 model does not have an Oil Filter LUBRICATION Replacing Engine Oil XD26 with Honda Engine Note Drain the oil when the Engine is warm Warm Oil drains more quickly and completely than cold Oil Tools Supplies Needed Oil Refer to Adding Oil and Gasoline in Chapter 2 for Oil type a...

Page 19: ...d Oil Filter with an Oil Filter Wrench Ensure that the rubber Seal comes off with the Oil Filter 6 Apply a thin layer of fresh Oil over the face of the new Filter rubber Seal 7 Install the Oil Filter by hand until the rubber Seal is touching the mounting surface then turn the Oil Filter 3 4 turn to create a snug fit 8 Replace the Oil Drain Hose Assembly onto the Storage Hook and close the Oil Drai...

Page 20: ...se Clean Rags 1 Remove the seven Bolts that secure the rear Cover Plate to the Frame using a 9 16 Wrench and remove the Cover Plate Figure 32 2 Clean the Grease Fitting with a clean Rag Figure 33 3 Add a few pumps of Grease to the Grease Fitting 4 Replace the Cover when finished Rear Cover Plate Figure 32 Bolt 7 Places ...

Page 21: ...using your left hand 5 Push the belt in toward the Power Unit and the belt will fall off the Clutch Pulley Figure 36 6 Pull the Belt toward the Deck to remove the Belt completely 7 To install a new Belt insert the Belt over the Tensioner Spring and through the inside of the Deck Pivot Bracket Figure 37 8 Wrap the Belt around the Clutch Pulley under the Power Unit Figure 36 9 Start the Belt into th...

Page 22: ...Shoulder Bolt Figure 40 Tip If you insert the hook end of the Multi tool from the right side of the Spring loop you can grab the end of the Spring to pull it from the Shoulder Bolt 4 Wrap a rope around one side of the Drive Belt and pull down and to the side to remove the belt from the Drive Pulley 5 Reach inside the Frame to lift the Belt off the Transmission Pulleys Figure 41 6 Remove the Belt 7...

Page 23: ... Locknut is removed and installed more than once it should be replaced with a new one Note Be sure to seat the Blade completely over the small ridge in the Spindle Hub before tightening the Lock Nut Removing the Wheels Tools and Supplies needed Floor Jack E Clip Removal Tool Large Flat Head Screwdriver or Needle Nose Pliers will work also Eye Protection Rag 1 Jack up the machine so the Wheel is of...

Page 24: ...he Pulley 3 As you hold the Idler out of the way with the Ratchet using your right hand rotate and lift the Belt up and out of the Pulley groove using your left hand Figure 46 4 Block the blade with a block of wood Figure 42 as you remove the Pulley Locknut using a 15 16 Wrench Figure 47 5 Remove the damaged Pulley and replace with a new Pulley Note Ensure that the square Key is in the Shaft Figur...

Page 25: ...y Tighten the Jam Nuts against the center section Figure 49 counterclockwise to lock the Adjuster at the 4 setting Right side adjustment is finished 4 Drive the machine forward at full speed with both Levers fully against the Handlebar Grips If the machine travels in a straight line tighten the Jam Nuts counterclockwise on the left side and adjustment is complete If the machine does not travel in ...

Page 26: ...actory no adjustment is necessary If the gaps are different follow the next steps for proper adjustment 4 Use a 1 2 Wrench to loosen the Jam Nut on the Adjustment Bolt as you hold the Bolt with another 1 2 Wrench 5 Rotate the Adjustment Bolt until it contacts the Gauge that is between the Bolt and the Transmission Control Plate 6 Hold the Bolt Head with a Wrench as you tighten the Jam Nut against ...

Page 27: ...ys positioned between the Control Arms 2 Use a 1 2 Socket to remove the Locknut and Carriage Bolt securing the Transmission Link to the right Control Arm Figure 56 3 Move the Transmission Link to the left Control Arm and secure with the Carriage Bolt and Locknut using the 1 2 Socket and Extension Figure 57 Note Use a socket with extension when accessing the locknut through the cut out in the Frame...

Page 28: ... section Adjusting the Forward Speed Blade Engage Cable Adjustment 1 Ensure the Blade Engage Lever is in the disengaged position 2 Remove the Rear Cover Plate using a 1 2 Wrench Figure 60 3 Adjust the Jan Nuts as needed to remove and slack in the cable without putting any tension on the Spring Figure 61 Blade Engage Cable Figure 61 Jam Nuts Spring Rear Cover Plate Figure 60 Bolt 7 Places Figure 59...

Page 29: ... or dead Battery using the Recoil Starter or Jumper Cables will not recharge the Battery To connect a Battery Charger to your DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER follow the steps listed below 1 Detach the two Battery wires going to the Battery on your DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER 2 Attach the black Battery Charger wire to the Battery negative terminal and attach the red Battery Charger wire to the Battery positi...

Page 30: ...e Air Filter is clean If it is dirty change it following the procedure in the Engine Owner s Manual The Spark Plug s may be dirty or cracked change it If it s oily leave it out hold a rag over the Plug Hole s and crank the Engine several times to blow out any oil in the Cylinder s then wipe off the Plug s and reinsert it The gas may be old change it Use a fuel stabilizer if you keep gas longer tha...

Page 31: ...orientation See page 23 May have debris wrapped around Blade wire etc Remove debris from Blade The Blade may not be seated properly on the Hub Loosen the Blade Nut reseat the Blade and tighten the Nut Be sure to turn OFF the Engine and remove the Spark Plug wire s before performing this operation Check and retighten all of the fasteners as required The Blade is not cutting or is loose The Blade ma...

Page 32: ...e W Wire 28 370511 Collar Lever 1 Threaded 29 A0001293201 Spring Torsion Blade Engage Return 30 A0001293144 Bolt Shoulder 3 8 16 1 2 X 3 4 31 A0000648499 Lever Traction Drive Left 32 A0002045838 Control Panel Top Plate w labels 33 A0000967082 Control Panel Front Ref Part Description 34 164971 Guard Switch 35 A0001231337 Grip Vynafoam 1 ID X 5 5 L 36 A0001231346 Switch Plunger NO NC Snap In 37 A000...

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

Page 34: ...e 3 8 16 X 2 5 16 A0000332299 Grease Zerk Straight 1 4 28 17 111411 Bolt HCS 5 16 24 X 3 GR ZP 18 313061 Bolt HCS 1 4 20 X 2 1 4 GR5 ZP 19 333311 Nut Nylon Lock Flanged 1 4 20 Ref Part Description 20 123361 Bolt HCS 5 16 18 X 1 1 4 GR5 ZP 21 344071 Bolt Hex Flange 3 8 16 X 1 5 GR5 ZP 22 187621 Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 X1 GR5 ZP 23 276761 Cotter Pin 3 32 X 1 2 ZP 24 A0001292325 Pin Clevis 5 16 Dia X 3...

Page 35: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 35 Schematic Transmission Assembly ...

Page 36: ...Bolt HCS 7 16 20 x 2 75 GR8 ZP 7 A0000367010 Washer Split 7 16 GR8 8 A0000646517 Frame 9 A0000646621 Cover Plate Rear 10 A0000646670 Belt Bk78 5 8 X 80 11 A0000974583 Engine Kawasaki FS600V 18 5hp ES Ref Part Description 12 A0000702439 Muffler Support Right 13 A0000702440 Muffler Support Left 14 A0001903710 Guard Muffler Outer 15 A0001104312 Exhaust Muffler 16 220981 Bolt Hex Head M8 X 16 17 28990...

Page 37: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 37 Schematic Drive Assembly Kawasaki ...

Page 38: ...1 Washer Lock 5 16 5 A0001346725 Bolt HCS 5 16 24 X 1 GR5 ZP 6 150451 Bolt HCS 5 16 18 X 1 3 4 GR5 ZP 7 A0000952591 Barb Fitting 3 8 Hose ID M20 Thread 8 350381 Nut Nylon lock Flange 10 24 ZP Ref Part Description 9 A0000560848 Clutch Mechanical 10 111731 Screw 5 16 18 X 1 2 TRI 11 223241 Bolt HCS 7 16 20 x 2 75 GR8 ZP 12 A0000367010 Washer Split 7 16 GR8 13 A0000646517 Frame 14 A0000646621 Cover P...

Page 39: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 39 Schematic Drive Assembly Honda ...

Page 40: ...Flange 5 16 18 X 1 5 13 333321 Nut Nylon Lock Flanged 5 16 18 14 101771 Washer 640 ID X 2 1 2 OD 15 160071 Nut Nylon Lock 5 8 18 GR2 ZP 16 151271 Pulley Flat Idler 4 Ref Part Description 17 A0000648427 Idler Brush Deck 18 350511 Spacer Idler 19 352811 Bolt Hex Flange TL 3 8 16 X 3 4 20 333331 Nut Nylon Lock Flanged 3 8 16 21 150941 Spring E 750 OD 112Wire 5 0L 22 333481 Bolt Hex Flange 3 8 16 X 2 ...

Page 41: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 41 Schematic Brush Deck Assembly ...

Page 42: ...42 DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Wiring Diagram Kawasaki Engine Electric Start Wiring Diagram Honda Engine Manual Start ...

Page 43: ...ranty holder is responsible for the performance 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 Drive Belts Blade Filters Spark Plug s Brake Components and Battery Accessories to the machine are not covered by this warranty During the warranty period the warranty holder is responsi...

Page 44: ...ne has a Fuel Filter replace it If your DR 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 Engi...

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