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DR

 

ALL-TERRAIN

 

FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions

 

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Chapter 5: Maintaining the DR

 

ALL-TERRAIN

 

FIELD 

and BRUSH

 

MOWER 

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 supercede those 
listed in the engine manufacturer's owner's manual.  

 
 
 
 

 

Regular Maintenance Check List 

Note:

 Service intervals shown are considered maximum under normal operating 

conditions.  Increase frequencies under extremely dirty or dusty conditions. 

 

Procedure 

Before Each 

Use 

Every 25 

Hours 

Every 100 

Hours 

Check Operator Presence Switch 

 

 

 

Check Engine Oil Level 

 

 

 

Check General Equipment Condition 

 

 

 

Check Blade for Sharpness 

 

 

 

Lubricate Grease Fittings 

 

 

 

Check Tire Pressure 

 

 

 

Clean Air Filter & Precleaner

*

 

 

 

 

Change Engine Oil & Filter

*

 

1

st

 time 5 hours 

 

 

Check Parking Brake Adjustment 

 

 

 

Clean Engine Exterior & Cooling Fins 

 

 

 

Check All Belt Tensions & Condition 

 

 

 

Lubricate Chain 

 

 

 

Replace Spark Plug(s) 

 

 

 

Replace Air Filter & Precleaner 

 

 

 

Check cable connections 

 

 

 

 
*

 The engine on your DR

®

 may not have a precleaner or oil filter.

WARNING!

 Some of the following procedures require access to the 

underside of the machine.  If you need to tip the machine back or on its side 
(with the discharge chute facing up), you must first disconnect the spark plug 
wire(s), drain the oil and gas, and remove the air filters.

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Страница 1: ...DR ALL TERRAIN FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety Operating Instructions Please read instructions before operating machine...

Страница 2: ...er handy it will speed things up We also hope to hear from you on how much you like your new helper And please tell your friends about your new DR ALL TERRAIN FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Having DR Owners sp...

Страница 3: ...RRAIN FIELD and BRUSH MOWER 15 The Pre Start Safety Check 15 Before Starting the Engine 16 Electric Starting 16 Manual Starting 16 Engaging the Wheel Drive 17 Engaging the Blade 17 Stopping the Blade...

Страница 4: ...iv DR ALL TERRAIN FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety Operating Instructions...

Страница 5: ...MOWER Explains the organization of this manual Provides contact information for Country Home Products Inc Chapter 2 Safety Considerations Explains guidelines for safe operation of your machine Chapte...

Страница 6: ...Note This information may be helpful to you If you are ever unsure about an action you are about to take contact Country Home Product s toll free support at 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 WARNING The exclam...

Страница 7: ...a in which you will be working Look for rocks logs sticks rope wire garden tools etc and remove these objects before mowing Mowing over these objects could damage the machine and cause injury Safety I...

Страница 8: ...sition if the engine is already warm 164541 This label reminds you about the importance of reading and understanding the Safety Operating Instructions manual and of paying attention to the safety warn...

Страница 9: ...e engine Engage and disengage the blade a few times to get used to it before mowing NEVER remove the shields from the mower or alter the deck in any way Keep your hands and feet away from the blade be...

Страница 10: ...or medication Watch for traffic when mowing near roadways Safety with Gasoline Powered Machines Do not run the engine in an enclosed area or without proper ventilation Store all fuel in containers spe...

Страница 11: ...aintain this equipment in compliance with state regulations is a misdemeanor under California law and may be in violation of other state and or federal regulations Contact your local fire marshal or f...

Страница 12: ...8 DR ALL TERRAIN FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety Operating Instructions...

Страница 13: ...LD and BRUSH MOWER This chapter outlines a few simple steps you will need to follow to set up your new machine before you use it It may be helpful to familiarize yourself with the controls and feature...

Страница 14: ...AIN FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Controls and Features Note The model shown in Figure 1 may look slightly different from your machine Blade Control Throttle Control Shift Lever Operator Presence Control Key...

Страница 15: ...remove one of the cross slats At this point the lawn deck if ordered is free standing and can be lifted off the pallet 5 Roll the power unit off the pallet 6 Attach the deck to the power unit followin...

Страница 16: ...r and pin Figure 2 3 Install the belt on the pulley and clutch Figure 3 and route the belt per the label on the spindle housing Figure 4 The tension lever may have to be released and secured into slot...

Страница 17: ...hip all electric starting mowers with the negative terminal battery wire disconnected This prevents the battery from discharging during shipment Before using your mower you must connect the battery wi...

Страница 18: ...Approximate Engine Oil Required w Oil Filter Briggs Stratton 11 Hp 48 oz 1 42 L Briggs Stratton 13 Hp 48 oz 1 42 L Kawasaki 15 Hp 57 6 oz 1 7 L Kawasaki 17 Hp 57 6 oz 1 7 L 3 Fill the gas tank to with...

Страница 19: ...est procedures be performed before each use of the machine to verify that the safety equipment is in good order and that no part adjustments are needed for safe operation Test your Operator Presence C...

Страница 20: ...10 to the CHOKE position to the RUN position if the engine is already warm 3 Turn the key see mower picture Figure 1 on page 10 to the START position until the engine starts then release The key will...

Страница 21: ...1 Move the shift lever to the desired gear 2 Disengage the parking brake 3 Gently squeeze the wheel clutch lever to engage a gear 4 Release the clutch if you need to slow down or stop Engaging the Bl...

Страница 22: ...mower Obstacle Tips Dealing with obstacles in the terrain is easy with your new DR ALL TERRAIN FIELD and BRUSH MOWER The following section explains how to approach most common obstacles Always check y...

Страница 23: ...anced over the drive wheels when operating on uneven terrain Figure 7 If the machine gets hung up 1 Disengage the blade Do not try to free the machine from stumps or debris while the blade is engaged...

Страница 24: ...es on the ground Reverse 1 Be very careful of your footing when operating the machine in reverse Know what s behind you and take your time 2 Disengage the blade before shifting into reverse Mow in the...

Страница 25: ...ions Procedure Before Each Use Every 25 Hours Every 100 Hours Check Operator Presence Switch Check Engine Oil Level Check General Equipment Condition Check Blade for Sharpness Lubricate Grease Fitting...

Страница 26: ...eat that could be harmful to the battery A fully charged battery will read 12V 13 2V with a voltmeter Do not continue to crank your engine when the battery charge is low Charging the Battery If the ba...

Страница 27: ...L TERRAIN FIELD and BRUSH MOWER is greased at the Factory Tools Supplies Needed Flexible hose grease gun Lithium grease 1 2 wrench or socket chain cover FLUID FILM or comparable lubricant WARNING Befo...

Страница 28: ...to leak out of the seals onto the mower drive belt Unless instructed otherwise pump only until you feel slight resistance 1 2 pumps 2 The drive chain should be lubricated with FLUID FILM lubricant or...

Страница 29: ...belt tension lever Figure 13 3 Remove the belt from the pulley Figure 14 and then drop it from the engine pulley below the machine 4 To mount the belt follow the above procedure in reverse Figure 13...

Страница 30: ...and oil 2 Remove the blade belt following the instructions as outlined in the previous page 3 Remove the pin and collar Figure 15 and then pull the power unit away from the deck 4 Tilt the power unit...

Страница 31: ...ng the clutch bracket out of the way Figure 17 8 Remove the three belt guides Figure 17 9 Loosen the belt retainer bolts on the outside of the frame one on each side and slide the retainer back Figure...

Страница 32: ...19 2 Remove the blade lock nut right hand regular thread and washer 3 Remove the blade 4 Mount the new blade washer and lock nut Note Be sure the blade is seated completely over the small ridge in th...

Страница 33: ...tch bracket on the underside of the machine Figure 20 2 Loosen the nut on the front threaded side of the bracket by 1 8 to 1 4 and then tighten the nut on the back against the bracket Check the tensio...

Страница 34: ...clip A with a flat head screwdriver and pliers You ll need to lift one side and rotate the clip to get it off the master link Next remove the side plate B Then remove the master chain link 4 Slowly fe...

Страница 35: ...ol Needed 1 2 open end wrench On the right handlebar there is a black bracket for adjusting the blade engagement cable Figure 24 To tighten the cable turn the center portion of the adjuster counter cl...

Страница 36: ...e Tool Needed 1 2 open end wrench To adjust the parking brake tighten or loosen the nut shown in Figure 26 Tightening the nut will increase pressure and loosening the nut will decrease the pressure on...

Страница 37: ...ing the black knob lifting the cover and pulling up and back to remove it 2 Release the belt tension lever Figure 27 3 Remove the belt from the pulley Figure 28 4 Remove the pin and collar Figure 29 a...

Страница 38: ...is 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 appr...

Страница 39: ...s owner s manual for engine specific procedures Are you using fresh clean gas If the gas is old change it Use a fuel stabilizer if you keep gas longer than two months Check that the fuel shut off val...

Страница 40: ...e wire connections to the solenoid Disconnect the green battery ground wire first to avoid sparks Check to be sure that all of the connections are clean and tight Reconnect the battery ground wire Che...

Страница 41: ...ing the procedure in the engine manufacturer s owner s manual Check the oil level and adjust as needed If your engine still lacks power call 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 for assistance Engine smokes Check...

Страница 42: ...g up under the machine and does not discharge Try removing the baffle under the front of the mowing deck Blade vibrates when engaged The blade may not be seated properly on the hub Loosen the blade nu...

Страница 43: ...DR ALL TERRAIN FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety Operating Instructions 39 Notes...

Страница 44: ...40 DR ALL TERRAIN FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety Operating Instructions Notes...

Страница 45: ...rranty 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...

Страница 46: ...eservoir according to the dipstick with SAE30 HD motor oil GAS Fill the gas tank with fresh unleaded gasoline making sure the gas valve on the bottom of the tank is open Always close the gas valve whe...

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