READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE OPERATING THIS GENERATOR.
And congratulations on your purchase of a new DR GENERATOR ATTACHMENT!
We have done our utmost to ensure that your DR GENERATOR ATTACHMENT will be one of the most
trouble-free and satisfying pieces of equipment you have ever owned. Please let us know of any questions you
may have. We want to answer them as quickly as possible. When you do call, please have your order number
handy. For technical assistance, please call Toll-Free 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) and one of our Technical Support Representatives will be happy to help you. We also hope to hear from you on how much you like your
new helper.
And, please tell your friends about your new DR GENERATOR ATTACHMENT! Having DR Owners spread the
word about our products and our way of doing business is the best advertising we can have, and the best way
to help us provide even better service in the years to come.
This manual will help you set up and safely operate your new DR GENERATOR ATTACHMENT. Careful
adherence to the safety and operating instructions in this manual will ensure many years of productive use.
Please let us know of any questions you may have. We want to answer them as quickly as possible. When you
do call, please have your order number handy. For technical assistance, please call Toll-Free:
1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) and one of our Technical Support Representatives will be happy to help you.
Conventions used in this manual
THIS INDICATES A HAZARDOUS SITUATION, WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED,
SERIOUS INJURY.
THIS INDICATES A HAZARDOUS SITUATION, WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED,
SERIOUS INJURY
THIS INDICATES A HAZARDOUS SITUATION, WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED,
MODERATE INJURY.
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.
.
WILL RESULT
COULD RESULT
COULD RESULT
IN
DEATH OR
IN
DEATH OR
IN
MINOR OR
Tip:
This is a helpful hint to guide you in getting the most out of your DR GENERATOR ATTACHMENT.
Tools Needed:
NOTE:
This information may be helpful to you.
This indicates you will need a special tool to perform a maintenance function on your
Generator.
If you are ever unsure about an action you are about to take, don’t do it. Contact Country Home Products’ tollfree support at 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for help or information.
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CHAPTER 2
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
THIS GENERATOR IS CAPABLE OF CAUSING AN ELECTRIC SHOCK. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
READ THIS SAFETY AND OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE YOU USE THE DR GENERATOR ATTACHMENT.
BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS TO ENSURE THE BEST PERFORMANCE
FROM YOUR GENERATOR. ALSO, REVIEW THE
ALL-TERRAIN
FIELD AND BRUSH MOWER BEFORE THE SET-UP AND OPERATION OF THE GENERATOR.
SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Labels
Your DR GENERATOR ATTACHMENT carries prominent labels as reminders for its proper and safe use.
Shown below are copies of all the labels that appear on the equipment. Take a moment to study them and
make a note of their location on your DR GENERATOR ATTACHMENT as you assemble and
operate the unit. Replace damaged or missing safety and information labels immediately.
FOR YOUR DR
before
you
This label reminds you about the importance of reading and understanding the Safety and Operatin
Instructions and notifies you of key hazards. (#192421)
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This panel label identifies the Outlet Voltages, Circuit Breakers, External Ground connection, and the
Max Load for your DR GENERATOR ATTACHMENT. #191971
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#192391
Operating the Generator Safely
THIS GENERATOR IS CAPABLE OF CAUSING AN ELECTRIC SHOCK. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
• NEVER USE THE GENERATOR WHEN YOUR HANDS ARE WET. THE GENERATOR PRODUCES ENOUGH
ELECTRICAL POWER TO CAUSE A SERIOUS SHOCK OR ELECTROCUTION.
• ALWAYS KEEP THE GENERATOR DRY. PROTECT THE GENERATOR IN WET CONDITIONS SUCH AS
RAIN OR SNOW, OR NEAR A POOL OR SPRINKLER SYSTEM.
• NEVER OPERATE THE GENERATOR IN AN ENCLOSED AREA, OR EVEN PARTIALLY ENCLOSED, AS YOU
COULD BREATHE IN DANGEROUS CARBON MONOXIDE GAS FROM THE ATM ENGINE EXHAUST.
ALWAYS PROVIDE ADEQUATE VENTILATION WHEN OPERATING THE GENERATOR.
• ALWAYS MAKE CERTAIN THE GENERATOR IS PROPERLY GROUNDED PRIOR TO USE. SEE PAGE 19.
• NEVER CONNECT THE GENERATOR TO A BUILDING’S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TO DO THIS; AN
ISOLATION SWITCH (TRANSFORMER) MUST BE INSTALLED BY A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN.
THIS IS A HIGH-POWERED GENERATOR, WITH MOVING PARTS OPERATING AT HIGH SPEEDS. THE
MACHINE MUST BE OPERATED SAFELY TO PREVENT OR MINIMIZE THE RISK OF SEVERE INJURY. UNSAFE
OPERATION CAN CREATE A NUMBER OF HAZARDS FOR YOU. ALWAYS TAKE THE FOLLOWING
PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING THIS GENERATOR:
• NEVER ALLOW PEOPLE WHO ARE UNFAMILIAR WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO USE THE
GENERATOR.
• NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE THE GENERATOR.
• KEEP YOUR HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM THE BELTS, CHAINS, PULLEYS, AND CONCEALED AREAS
WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. NEVER REACH UNDER THE GENERATOR WHEN THE ENGINE IS
RUNNING.
• NEVER OPERATE THE GENERATOR IN AN AREA OF NATURAL GAS, FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS, VAPORS OR
EXPLOSIVE DUST.
• ALWAYS TURN OFF THE ATM ENGINE, REMOVE THE SPARK PLUG WIRE(S) AND DISENGAGE THE
GENERATOR BELT DRIVE BEFORE ADJUSTING OR SERVICING THE GENERATOR.
• NEVER OPEN THE OUTLET BOX OR GENERATOR COVER. DO NOT ATTEMPT ANY ELECTRICAL
REPAIRS YOURSELF. IF IN DOUBT, CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN OR CONTACT COUNTRY
HOME PRODUCTS’ TOLL-FREE SUPPORT AT 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) FOR HELP OR
INFORMATION.
• KNOW HOW TO STOP THE GENERATOR QUICKLY IN CASE OF EMERGENCY (STEP 9 ON PAGE 22).
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• NEVER MOVE OR REPOSITION THE GENERATOR WITH ITS DRIVE BELT ENGAGED AND OPERATING.
• ALWAYS CHECK POWER CORDS AND EXTENSION CORDS FOR DAMAGE PRIOR TO EVERY USE AND
KEEP THEM AWAY FROM EXCESSIVE HEAT, OIL AND SHARP OBJECTS WHILE OPERATING THE
GENERATOR.
• NEVER OPERATE THE GENERATOR WHEN UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR MEDICATION.
• ALWAYS SET THE PARKING BRAKE AND BE SURE THE GENERATOR (BLADE) AND WHEEL CONTROLS
ARE DISENGAGED BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO START THE ENGINE ON YOUR DR
AND BRUSH MOWER.
ALL-TERRAIN
FIELD
• NEVER, UNDER ANY CONDITIONS, REMOVE, BEND, CUT, FIT, WELD, OR OTHERWISE ALTER
STANDARD PARTS ON THE DR GENERATOR ATTACHMENT. MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR GENERATOR
COULD CAUSE AN INJURY AND WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
• UNDERSTAND THE OUTPUT RECEPTACLES AND CONNECTIONS.
• ALWAYS MAKE CERTAIN NUTS AND BOLTS ARE TIGHT TO ASSURE A SAFE WORKING CONDITION.
Safety with Gasoline-Powered Machines
GASOLINE IS A HIGHLY FLAMMABLE LIQUID. GASOLINE ALSO GIVES OFF FLAMMABLE VAPOR THAT CAN
BE EASILY IGNITED AND CAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION. DO NOT OVERLOOK THE HAZARDS OF
GASOLINE. ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS:
• NEVER RUN THE ATM ENGINE IN AN ENCLOSED AREA OR WITHOUT PROPER VENTILATION.
• STORE ALL FUEL IN CONTAINERS SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR THIS PURPOSE.
• FILL THE GASOLINE TANK OUTDOORS WITH THE ENGINE OFF. DON'T HANDLE GASOLINE IF YOU
OR ANYONE NEARBY IS SMOKING, OR IF YOU'RE NEAR ANYTHING THAT COULD CAUSE IT TO
IGNITE OR EXPLODE.
• IF YOU SPILL GASOLINE, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START THE ENGINE. MOVE THE MACHINE AWAY
FROM THE AREA OF THE SPILL AND AVOID CREATING ANY SOURCE OF IGNITION UNTIL THE GAS
VAPORS HAVE DISSIPATED. WIPE UP ANY SPILLED FUEL TO PREVENT A FIRE HAZARD AND PROPERLY
DISPOSE OF THE WASTE.
• ALLOW THE ENGINE TO COOL COMPLETELY BEFORE STORING IN ANY ENCLOSURE. NEVER STORE
THE MACHINE NEAR AN OPEN FLAME OR SPARK WITH GAS IN THE TANK.
• NEVER CHANGE THE ENGINE GOVERNOR SETTINGS OR MODIFY THE ENGINE SPEED.
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THE GENERATOR MUST BE OPERATED SAFELY TO PREVENT OR MINIMIZE THE RISK OF MINOR OR
MODERATE INJURY. UNSAFE OPERATION CAN CREATE A NUMBER OF HAZARDS FOR YOU. ALWAYS TAKE
THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING THIS GENERATOR:
• USE EARMUFFS OR EARPLUGS RATED FOR AT LEAST 20 DBA TO PROTECT YOUR HEARING WHEN
YOU ARE WORKING CLOSE TO THE GENERATOR.
• ALWAYS GRASP A POWER CORD PLUG WHEN UNPLUGGING THE CORD FROM THE GENERATOR
OUTLET BOX; DO NOT PULL THE PLUG OUT BY THE CORD.
• NO LIST OF WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS CAN BE ALL-INCLUSIVE. IF SITUATIONS OCCUR THAT ARE
NOT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL, THE OPERATOR MUST APPLY COMMON SENSE AND OPERATE
THIS GENERATOR IN A SAFE MANNER.
CALL 1(800) DR-OWNER (376-9637) FOR ASSISTANCE.
A Note to All Users
Under California law, and the laws of some other states, you are not permitted to operate an internal
combustion engine using hydrocarbon fuels without an engine spark arrester. This also applies to
operation on US Forest Lands. All DR
State are provided with spark arresters. Failure of the owner or operator to maintain 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 forest service for specific information in
your area.
®
FIELD and BRUSH MOWERS shipped to California and Washington
Additional Information and Potential Changes
Country Home Products, Inc. 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.
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