DR
SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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SP22 MOWER
DR Power Equipment
Serial No.
Order No.
Read and understand this manual and all instructions before operating the DR SP22 MOWER.
Original Language
Toll-free phone: 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637)
Fax: 1-802-877-1213
Website: www.DRpower.com
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: General Safety Rules ............................................................................................................................................................ 3
Chapter 2: Setting Up The DR SP22 MOWER ...................................................................................................................................... 7
Chapter 3: Operating The DR SP22 MOWER ....................................................................................................................................... 12
Chapter 4: Maintaining The DR SP22 MOWER ................................................................................................................................... 15
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................................................. 18
Chapter 6: Parts Lists, Schematic Diagrams And Warranty ................................................................................................................ 19
Conventions used in this manual
This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not followed, will result in death or serious injury.
This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in minor or 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.
Serial Number and Order Number
A Serial Number is used to identify your machine and is located on the Serial Number Label on your machine. An Order Number
is used to check and maintain your order history and is located on the upper left portion of your packing slip. For your
convenience and ready reference, enter 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 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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Chapter 1: General Safety Rules
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Read this safety & operating Instructions manual before you use the DR SP22 MOWER. Become familiar with the operation and
service recommendations to ensure the best performance from your machine. If you have any questions or need assistance,
please contact us at www.DRpower.com or call toll-free 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) and one of our Technical Support
Representatives will be happy to help you.
Labels
Your DR SP22 MOWER carries prominent labels as reminders for its proper and safe use. Shown below are copies of all the
Safety and Information labels that appear on the equipment. Take a moment to study them and make a note of their location on
your Mower as you set up and before you operate the unit. Replace damaged or missing safety and information labels
immediately.
#32240
#32241
#32243
136491
#32242
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Protecting Yourself and Those Around You
This is a high-powered machine, with moving parts operating with high energy. You must operate the machine safely. Unsafe
operation can create a number of hazards for you, as well as anyone else in the nearby area. Always take the following precautions
when using this machine:
Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people, their property, and
themselves.
Always wear protective goggles or safety glasses with side shields while using the Mower to protect your eyes from possible
thrown debris.
Avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry, which can catch on moving parts.
We recommend wearing gloves while using the Mower. Be sure your gloves fit properly and do not have loose cuffs or
drawstrings.
Wear shoes with non-slip treads when using your Mower. If you have safety shoes, we recommend wearing them. Do not
use the machine while barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Wear long pants while operating the Mower.
Use ear protectors or ear plugs rated for at least 20 dba to protect your hearing.
Keep bystanders at least 100 feet away from your work area at all times. Release the Blade Control Bar to stop the engine and
the Blade when another person or pet approaches.
Safety for Children and Pets
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children and pets. Children are often attracted to the
machine and the mowing activity.
precautions:
Never
assume that children will remain where you last saw them. Always follow these
Keep children and pets at least 100 feet from the working area and ensure they are under the watchful care of a responsible
adult.
Be alert and turn the machine off if children or pets enter the work area.
Never allow children to operate the Mower.
Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your view of a child or pet.
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. Never overlook the hazards of gasoline. Always follow these precautions:
Never run the engine in an enclosed area or without proper ventilation as the exhaust from the engine contains carbon
monoxide, which is an odorless, tasteless, and deadly poisonous gas.
Store all fuel and oil in containers specifically designed and approved for this purpose and keep away from heat and open
flame, and out of the reach of children.
Replace rubber fuel lines and grommets when worn or damaged and after 5 years of use.
Fill the gasoline tank outdoors with the engine off and allow the engine to cool completely. 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. Never overfill the tank and
reinstall the fuel tank Cap and fuel container cap securely.
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or
other reproductive harm.
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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. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
Allow the engine to cool completely before storing in any enclosure. Never store a machine that has gas in the tank, or a fuel
container, near an open flame or spark such as a water heater, space heater, clothes dryer or furnace.
Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. Shut down the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire, keeping it
away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting, wait 5 minutes before making adjustments or repairs.
Never tamper with the engine’s governor setting. The governor controls the maximum safe operation speed and protects the
engine. Over-speeding the engine is dangerous and will cause damage to the engine and to the other moving parts of the
machine.
Keep combustible substances away from the engine when it is hot.
Never cover the machine while the muffler is still hot.
Do not operate the engine with the air cleaner or the carburetor air intake cover removed. Removal of such parts could create
a fire hazard. Do not use flammable solutions to clean the air filter.
The muffler and engine become very hot and can cause a severe burn; do not touch.
Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground
away from your vehicle before filling.
Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use
a nozzle lock- open device.
General Safety
Operating this Mower safely is necessary to prevent or minimize the risk of death or serious injury. Unsafe operation can create a
number of hazards for you. This Mower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Always take the following
precautions when operating this Mower:
Your Mower is a powerful tool, not a plaything. Exercise extreme caution at all times. The machine is designed to mow grass.
Do not use it for any other purpose.
Ensure that the Mower is located flat on a level and clean area of lawn before starting.
Know how to stop the Mower quickly; see “stopping the engine” in chapter 3.
Never operate your unit on a slippery, wet, muddy, or icy surface. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
Always walk when mowing, never run.
Stop the blade when crossing surfaces other than grass, and when transporting the lawnmower to and from the area to be
mowed.
See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories. Only use accessories approved by DR
Power Equipment.
Never use the machine without ensuring that all guards and shields are in place.
Never, under any conditions, remove, bend, cut, fit, weld, or otherwise alter standard parts on the Mower. This includes all
shields and guards. Modifications to your machine could cause personal injuries and property damage and will void your
warranty.
Clear the area of objects such as rocks, wire, toys, etc., which could be thrown by the blade.
Keep hands and feet clear of the discharge opening at all times and only operate the Mower from the operator position
behind the handlebars.
Allow only one person to operate the Mower at any time.
Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material may
ricochet back toward the operator.
Do not pull machine backward unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while moving backward.
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If the machine should start making an unusual noise or vibration, stop the engine, wait five minutes to allow all parts to cool.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, keeping it away from the spark plug, then inspect for damage. Vibration is generally a
warning of trouble. Check for damaged parts and clean, repair and/or replace as necessary.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
Before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection, stop the engine, wait five minutes to allow all parts to cool.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, keeping it away from the spark plug.
Never allow people who are unfamiliar with these instructions to use the Mower. Allow only responsible individuals who are
familiar with these rules of safe operation to use your machine.
Never overload or attempt to mow material beyond the manufacturer’s recommendation. Personal injury or damage to the
machine could result.
While using the Mower, don't hurry or take things for granted. When in doubt about the equipment or your surroundings,
stop the machine and take the time to look things over.
Never operate the machine when under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
Use the machine only in daylight.
Keep all nuts and bolts tight and keep the equipment in good operating condition.
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 SP22 MOWERS
shipped to California, New Mexico, Oregon and Arizona are equipped 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 State Park Association or the appropriate state organization for specific
information in your area.
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 DR SP22 MOWER in a safe manner. Contact us at www.DRpower.com or call 1-800-DROWNER (376-9637) for assistance.
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Chapter 2: Setting Up the DR SP22 MOWER
It may be helpful to familiarize yourself with the controls and features of your DR SP22 MOWER as shown in Figure 1 before
beginning these procedures.
If you have any questions at all, please feel free to contact us at www.DRpower.com.
DR SP22 MOWER Controls and Features
Blade control
bar
Pull Start
Handle
Knob
Grass
Catcher
Cutting Height
Lever
Handlebar
Traction
Clutch Bar
Fuel Tank
Cap
Oil
Fill/Dipstic
ir Filter
Ball Bearing
Wheels
Cast Aluminum
Deck
Figure 1
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Specifications
Engine
Cutting Width
Cutting Height
Deck Material
Wheel Size
Dimensions
Weight
1
2
5
Figure 2
Lower
Handlebar
See Engine Manufacturers Manual
for detailed Engine information
560mm (22 inch)
9 Heights, 1" to 3.4"
Cast Aluminum
8" x 1.75" Front, 9" x 1.75" Rear
63" L x 24" W x 43" H
108 lbs.
Parts Supplied in Shipping Box:
* = Hardware Package (Figure 2)
Item #
Part # Description Qty
1* ........... 32257 .............. Knob, Handlebar ............................ 4
2* ........... 32256 .............. Bolt, Carriage, Short ....................... 2
3* ........... 32296 .............. Bolt, Carriage, Long ....................... 2
4* ........... 32530 .............. Nut, Nylon Lock M6 ....................... 2
3
5* ........... 32293 .............. Guide, Pull Start ............................. 1
6 ............. 32368 .............. Mulching Plug ................................ 1
7 ............. 32290 .............. Lower Handlebar ............................ 1
4
8 ............. ........................ Upper Handlebar Assembly ........... 1
Compare the contents of the Shipping Box with the “Parts Supplied” list above.
If you have any questions please contact us at www.DRpower.com or call 1-800-
Lower Handle
Knob
DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.
Assembling the Mower
Carriage
Bolt
Handlebar
Bracket
Figure 3
Upper
Handlebar
Lower
Handlebar
Figure 4
Drive Cable
Long Carriage Bolt
Engine Brake
Cable
Upper
Handle Knob
Tools Needed:
10mm Wrench
Pin
Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing
an unsafe operating condition.
Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle.
If a cable is damaged, contact us at www.DRpower.com.
Installing the Handlebars
1. Insert the pins of the Lower Handlebar into the holes of Handlebar Brackets
(Figure 3). Insert the short Carriage Bolts through the Lower Handlebar and
Brackets. Install and tighten the Lower Handlebar Knobs onto the Carriage
Bolts as tight as you can by hand.
Note: make sure the Drive Cable goes under the Lower Handlebar for proper
clearance in the next step.
2. Carefully position the Upper Handle with Cables onto the Lower Handlebar
(Figure 4). Insert the long Carriage Bolts through the Upper and Lower
Handlebars. Install and tighten the Upper Handlebar Knobs onto the
Carriage Bolts as tight as you can by hand.
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