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DR

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FIELD and BRUSH MOWER

 

Chapter 4: Maintaining the DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER 

Regular maintenance will 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 

25

 

H

OURS

 

E

VERY 

100

 

H

OURS

 

Check Operator Presence Switch 

 

 

 

Check Engine Oil Level 

 

 

 

Check General Equipment Condition 

 

 

 

Check Blade for Sharpness 

 

 

 

Clean Engine Exterior and Cooling Fins 

 

 

 

Check All Belt Tensions and Condition 

 

 

 

Brake Maintenance 

 

 

 

Lubricate Grease Fittings 

 

 

 

Lubricate Cables 

 

 

 

Check Tire Pressures 

 

 

 

Change Engine Oil and Filter

**

 

1

st

 time 5 hours 

 

 

Check the Battery charge 

 

 

 

Check cable connections 

 

 

 

Replace Air Filter and Precleaner

**

 

 

 

 

Replace belts 

 

 

 

Replace Spark Plug(s) 

 

 

 

Replace Fuel Filter 

 

 

 

**

 The Engine on your machine may not have a Precleaner or Oil Filter. 

LUBRICATION 
Replacing Engine Oil and Filter 

Note:

  Drain the oil when the Engine is warm.  Warm oil drains quickly and 

completely. 

Tools & Supplies Needed:  

 

Oil Filter Wrench (obtainable from a local auto parts or hardware store) 

 

Oil (Refer To Engine Operator Manual for Oil info and Capacity) 

 

Rags and an approved oil container 

1.

 

Position an approved oil container near the Oil Drain Hose. 

2.

 

Turn the Oil Drain Cap a quarter turn counterclockwise and open the end of 
the Drain Hose Assembly 

(Figure 23

). 

3.

 

Remove the Oil Drain Hose Assembly from its stowed position and lower 
the drain end over the Oil Container to drain. 

Figure 23 

Oil Drain Hose 

Oil Container 

 

Before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection, stop the engine, wait five minutes to allow all parts to cool.  
Remove the Key and disconnect the spark plug wire(s), keeping it away from the spark plug(s) 

 

Always wear gloves when performing maintenance on the machine. 

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Страница 1: ...ment Toll free phone 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 Fax 1 802 877 1213 Website www DRpower com Read and understand this manual and all instructions before operating the DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Original Lang...

Страница 2: ...2 DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER...

Страница 3: ...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...

Страница 4: ...Representatives 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 machi...

Страница 5: ...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...

Страница 6: ...an enclosed area or without proper ventilation as the exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless tasteless and poisonous gas Store all fuel and oil in containers specifically designed and approved f...

Страница 7: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 7...

Страница 8: ...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 2 before beginning these procedures If you have any questio...

Страница 9: ...lled 18 x 6 1 2 x 8 All Terrain Sealant Filled 18 x 6 1 2 x 8 All Terrain Sealant Filled 18 x 6 1 2 x 8 All Terrain Sealant Filled Machine Dimensions 80 5 L 30 25 W 48 2 H 80 5 L 30 25 W 48 2 H 83 L 3...

Страница 10: ...ew the Knob that secures the Belt Guard to the Deck and remove the Guard Figure 8 2 Place a screw driver between Blade Pulley and Belt 3 While rotating the Blade Pulley roll the belt off of the Blade...

Страница 11: ...ion Check the Tire Pressure Tools Needed Tire Pressure Gauge Air Compressor 1 Remove the Valve Stem Protective Cap Figure 12 and check the tire pressure with a Tire Pressure Gauge 2 Compare the tire p...

Страница 12: ...teering Brake Break in The Steering Brakes are standard equipment for the 16 5 HP and 20 HP Models If your DR Field and Brush Mower is equipped with Steering Brakes the Brake Pads and Rotors need to b...

Страница 13: ...t 2 Check that the Neutral Safety Switch at the rear of the Transaxle is connected in case it has loosened during shipping Figure 16 3 Move the Throttle Lever to Choke to Fast if the Engine is already...

Страница 14: ...of the DR Field and Brush Mower always select a drive speed that matches the conditions For example use a slower speed when operating in wet heavy growth slippery and or steeply sloped areas 1 Move t...

Страница 15: ...erating the Steering Brakes Steering brakes can assist the operator in Shifting the drive power from one wheel to the other to improve traction Keeping the mower driving straight on side slopes Turnin...

Страница 16: ...going down a slope Tip For machines equipped with steering brakes When mowing on sidehills feather the uphill brake to get the machine to steer up the hill slightly This should keep the machine movin...

Страница 17: ...ranches It works best to mow from the trunk end toward the top as brush lies on the ground Cold Weather Operation At temperatures below 30 F and a high dew point the DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Engine ma...

Страница 18: ...nd Precleaner Replace belts Replace Spark Plug s Replace Fuel Filter The Engine on your machine may not have a Precleaner or Oil Filter LUBRICATION Replacing Engine Oil and Filter Note Drain the oil w...

Страница 19: ...slight resistance Note Over greasing may cause grease to leak onto the Mower Drive Belt 4 Reinstall the Belt if removed and Belt Guard Adjusting the Traction Drive Cable Note When properly adjusted t...

Страница 20: ...emove the Clutch Bolt using a 5 8 Socket The Clutch Bolt has standard right hand threads Use impact wrench if possible 7 Remove Clutch from engine shaft 8 Remove the nuts retaining the belt guide with...

Страница 21: ...Block the machine so the Wheel you are removing is off the ground 3 Remove the Five Nuts and slide the Wheel off 4 Replace the Wheel and finger tighten the Wheel Nuts before unblocking the machine 5 T...

Страница 22: ...the Brake Pads Tools needed 5 5mm Allen Wrench Note Brake Pads may need adjustment after the pads wear significantly 1 Remove the wheel from the side that needs adjusting 2 Locate the Pad Adjustment S...

Страница 23: ...ER 2 Attach the black Battery Charger wire to the Battery negative terminal and attach the red Battery Charger wire to the Battery positive terminal 3 Plug the Battery Charger into an outlet 4 Charge...

Страница 24: ...the Engine Owner s Manual for engine specific procedures Check the Throttle Lever travel and adjustment Make sure the Throttle Lever is in the Run position Check that the Air Filter is clean If it is...

Страница 25: ...is not cutting or is loose 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 be...

Страница 26: ...428 Handlebar Left 18 34429 Handlebar Right 19 16519 Switch Snap In E S 20 15720 Key Ignition Switch 21 19123 Switch Push Pull 22 33333 Nut Nylon Lock Flanged 3 8 16 23 35106 Lever Shift Ref Part Desc...

Страница 27: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 27 Schematic Handlebar Assembly...

Страница 28: ...ale M6 23 36358 Washer Alignment Male M6 24 36360 Bolt Alignment M6 1 X 25 W Locking Patch 25 33386 Clutch Electric 75 Ft Lbs Ref Part Description 26 36438 Harness Safety Neutral 27 34423 Pulley Keyed...

Страница 29: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 29 Schematic Drivetrain Assembly...

Страница 30: ...5 8 18 GR2 ZP 16 34442 Idler Arm Brush Deck 17 33333 Nut Nylon Lock Flanged 3 8 16 Ref Part Description 18 15094 Spring E 750 OD X 112 Wire 19 35143 Bushing Idler Brush Deck 20 33348 Bolt Hex Flange 3...

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

Страница 32: ...32 DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Wiring Diagram Electric Start Wiring Diagram Manual Start...

Страница 33: ...intenance 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 Compone...

Страница 34: ...ou should however be aware that Country Home Products Inc may deny you warranty coverage if your DR Field and Brush Mower or a part has failed due to abuse neglect or improper maintenance or unapprove...

Страница 35: ...DR Field and Brush Mower warranty period stated above Country Home Products Inc will maintain a supply of warranted parts sufficient to meet the expected demand for such parts 9 Any replacement part m...

Страница 36: ...If your Engine 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 Carbu...

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