DR SCOUT Safety & Operating Instructions Manual
DR® SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH MOWER
SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOWER.
And congratulations on your purchase of a new DR SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH MOWER!
We have done our utmost to ensure that your DR SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH MOWER 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
serial number and/or 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.
In addition, please tell your friends about your new DR SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH MOWER! 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.
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for all of us at
Country Home Products, Inc.
SALES MANAGER
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®
DR
Power Equipment
A division of Country Home Products®
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Vergennes, VT 05491
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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1............................................................................................................................. 1
INTRODUCING THE DR SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH MOWER ................................... 1
Conventions used in this manual ................................................................................... 1
CHAPTER 2............................................................................................................................. 3
GENERAL SAFETY RULES............................................................................................... 3
Labels ............................................................................................................................... 3
Protecting Yourself and Those Around You ................................................................... 5
Operating the Mower Safely............................................................................................ 5
Slope Operation............................................................................................................... 7
Safety for Children ........................................................................................................... 7
Safety with Gasoline-Powered Machines........................................................................ 8
A Note to All Users.......................................................................................................... 9
Additional Information and Potential Changes.............................................................. 9
CHAPTER 3........................................................................................................................... 11
SETTING UP YOUR DR SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH MOWER.................................... 11
DR SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Controls and Features................................ 12
Unpacking the Mower ................................................................................................... 13
Adding Oil and Gasoline ............................................................................................... 14
Check the Tire Pressure................................................................................................. 14
CHAPTER 4........................................................................................................................... 15
OPERATING YOUR DR SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH MOWER.................................... 15
The Pre-Start Safety Check ............................................................................................ 15
Before Starting the Engine............................................................................................. 16
Starting........................................................................................................................... 16
Engaging the Wheel Drive ............................................................................................. 17
Engaging the Blade........................................................................................................ 17
Stopping the Blade ........................................................................................................ 17
Stopping the Engine ...................................................................................................... 18
Obstacle Tips ................................................................................................................. 18
Slopes............................................................................................................................. 19
If the machine gets hung up ......................................................................................... 19
Cutting Brush and Saplings........................................................................................... 20
Reverse........................................................................................................................... 20
Cutting in Wet and Heavy Growth ................................................................................ 20
CHAPTER 5........................................................................................................................... 21
MAINTAINING THE DR SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH MOWER .................................. 21
Regular Maintenance Check List................................................................................... 21
Lubrication ..................................................................................................................... 22
Removing the Engine Oil............................................................................................... 23
Removing and Replacing the Belts ............................................................................... 24
Removing and Replacing the Blade .............................................................................. 26
Adjusting the Wheel Clutch........................................................................................... 27
Removing and Replacing the Drive Chain .................................................................... 28
Adjusting the Blade Engagement Cable........................................................................ 29
Replacing the Blade Clutch Springs.............................................................................. 30
Removing the Wheels.................................................................................................... 31
End of Season and Storage ........................................................................................... 32
CHAPTER 6........................................................................................................................... 33
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TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................... 33
Troubleshooting Table................................................................................................... 33
CHAPTER 7........................................................................................................................... 36
PARTS LISTS, SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS AND WARRANTY........................................ 36
Parts List - Handlebar Assembly................................................................................... 36
Schematic - Handlebar Assembly ................................................................................. 37
Parts List - Frame and Drive Assembly......................................................................... 38
Schematic - Frame and Drive Assembly ....................................................................... 39
Parts List - Brush Deck Assembly ................................................................................. 40
Schematic - Brush Deck Assembly................................................................................ 41
Parts List - Differential and Wheel Assembly................................................................ 42
Schematic - Differential and Wheel Assembly.............................................................. 43
Warranty......................................................................................................................... 45
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCING THE DR SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH MOWER
This manual will help you set up and safely operate your new DR SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH MOWER.
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 serial number and/or 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 AVOIDED,
OR SERIOUS INJURY
THIS INDICATES A HAZARDOUS SITUATION, WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED,
OR MODERATE INJURY.
.
COULD RESULT
COULD RESULT
IN
IN
DEATH
MINO
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.
This is a helpful hint to guide you in getting the most out of your DR SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH
Tip:
MOWER.
Tools Needed: This indicates you will need a special tool to perform a maintenance function on your
Mower.
NOTE:
If you are ever unsure about an action you are about to take, don’t do it, contact Country Home Products’
toll-free support at 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for help or information.
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This information may be helpful to you.
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CHAPTER 2
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
READ THIS SAFETY AND OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE YOU USE THE DR SCOUT FIELD AND BRUSH
MOWER. BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS TO ENSURE THE BEST
PERFORMANCE FROM YOUR MOWER.
Labels
Your DR SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH MOWER 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 SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH MOWER as you assemble and
before
(#148231)
you operate the machine. Replace damaged or missing safety and information labels immediately.
Read the Safety and
Operating Instructions.
Do not operate the
machine near people
or animals.
Remove all objects
that could be thrown
by the
mower blade.
Make sure you add oil before starting the
engine; the unit is shipped without oil.
Fill the oil reservoir slowly to make sure
you don’t overfill it. (#127811)
Always wear safety glasses
or goggles while operating
the machine.
Keep body parts away
from the mower blade.
Use caution operating the
machine on slopes.
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Keep combustible substances away from
the engine when it is hot. (#136831)
To avoid injury, keep your hands and
feet away from the spinning blade.
(#136491)
This label shows the proper routing of
the Drive Belt. (#164371)
This label reminds you about the
importance of reading and understanding
the Safety and Operating Instructions
manual and of paying attention to the
safety warnings. (#162651)
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Protecting Yourself and Those Around You
THIS IS A HIGH-POWERED MACHINE, WITH MOVING PARTS OPERATING WITH HIGH ENERGY AT HIGH
SPEEDS. PROPER CLOTHING AND SAFETY GEAR MUST BE USED WHEN OPERATING THIS MACHINE TO
PREVENT OR MINIMIZE THE RISK OF SEVERE INJURY. THIS MACHINE CAN CUT, AND SEVER PARTS OF
YOUR BODY IF THEY BECOME IN CONTACT WITH THE MOVING BLADE. ALWAYS TAKE THE FOLLOWING
PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING THIS MACHINE:
• ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GOGGLES OR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS WHILE MOWING TO
PROTECT YOUR EYES FROM POSSIBLE THROWN DEBRIS.
• WEAR SHOES WITH NON-SLIP TREADS WHEN USING YOUR DR SCOUT FIELD AND BRUSH MOWER.
IF YOU HAVE SAFETY SHOES, WE RECOMMEND WEARING THEM. DO NOT USE THE MACHINE
WHILE BAREFOOT OR WEARING OPEN SANDALS.
• AVOID WEARING LOOSE CLOTHING OR JEWELRY, WHICH MIGHT BE CAUGHT ON THE MOWER’S
MOVING PARTS.
• WE RECOMMEND WEARING GLOVES WHILE MOWING. BE SURE YOUR GLOVES FIT PROPERLY AND
DO NOT HAVE LOOSE CUFFS OR DRAWSTRINGS.
Operating the Mower Safely
THIS IS A HIGH-POWERED MACHINE, WITH MOVING PARTS OPERATING WITH HIGH ENERGY AT HIGH
SPEEDS. THE MACHINE MUST BE OPERATED 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:
• NEVER ALLOW PEOPLE WHO ARE UNFAMILIAR WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO USE THE DR SCOUT
FIELD AND BRUSH MOWER.
• KEEP BYSTANDERS AT LEAST 100 FEET AWAY FROM YOUR WORK AREA AT ALL TIMES. OBJECTS CAN
BE THROWN FAR FROM THE MOWER AND AT GREAT SPEEDS. TO BE SAFE, DO NOT OPERATE THE
MACHINE NEAR SMALL CHILDREN OR PETS, AND NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE THE
MOWER. DISENGAGE THE BLADE AND STOP THE ENGINE WHEN ANOTHER PERSON OR PET
APPROACHES.
• CLEAR THE AREA OF OBJECTS SUCH AS ROCKS, TOYS, WIRE, BONES, STICKS ETC., WHICH COULD BE
PICKED UP AND THROWN BY THE BLADE.
• BE SURE ALL BLADE AND WHEEL CONTROLS ARE DISENGAGED BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO START THE
ENGINE. ENGAGE AND DISENGAGE THE BLADE A FEW TIMES TO GET USED TO IT BEFORE MOWING.
• KEEP YOUR HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM THE BLADE, BELTS, CHAINS, BLADE PULLEYS, AND
CONCEALED AREAS WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. NEVER REACH UNDER THE DECK OR GRAB
HOLD OF ANY PART OF THE DECK WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING.
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• ALWAYS SHUT OFF THE ENGINE WHENEVER YOU LEAVE THE MACHINE. REMOVE THE SPARK PLUG
WIRE BEFORE ADJUSTING THE MACHINE. IF YOU HAVE TO STOP TO REMOVE GRASS OR DEBRIS
FROM THE UNDERSIDE OF THE DECK, ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE FIRST.
• THE EXHAUST AREA ON THE ENGINE BECOMES VERY HOT WITH USE. ALLOW THE ENGINE TO
COOL BEFORE DOING MAINTENANCE OR MAKING ADJUSTMENTS.
• KEEP COMBUSTIBLE SUBSTANCES AWAY FROM THE ENGINE WHEN IT IS HOT.
• WHEN OPERATING OVER UNEVEN TERRAIN AND SLOPES, USE EXTREME CAUTION TO ENSURE
SOLID AND FIRM FOOTING. KEEP A FIRM HOLD ON THE HANDLEBARS AND WALK, NEVER RUN.
• STOP THE BLADE WHEN CROSSING GRAVEL DRIVES, WALKS, OR ROADS.
• USE EXTRA CAUTION WHEN MOWING IN WET OR SLIPPERY CONDITIONS.
• ALWAYS OPERATE THE MOWER FROM BEHIND. NEVER PASS OR STAND ON THE DISCHARGE
(RIGHT) SIDE OR IN FRONT OF MACHINE WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING.
• DO NOT PULL THE MOWER BACKWARDS UNLESS ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY. LOOK DOWN AND
BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE MOVING BACKWARDS.
• DO NOT, UNDER ANY CONDITIONS, REMOVE, BEND, CUT, FIT, WELD, OR OTHERWISE ALTER
STANDARD PARTS ON THE DR SCOUT FIELD AND BRUSH MOWER. THIS INCLUDES ALL SHIELDS
AND GUARDS. MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR MACHINE COULD CAUSE PERSONAL INJURIES AND
PROPERTY DAMAGE AND WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
• IF THE MACHINE STARTS TO MAKE AN UNUSUAL NOISE OR VIBRATION, IMMEDIATELY SHUT OFF
THE ENGINE, DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE, AND ALLOW ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A
COMPLETE STOP. VIBRATION IS GENERALLY A WARNING OF TROUBLE. INSPECT FOR CLOGGING OR
DAMAGE. CLEAN AND REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE DAMAGED PARTS.
• WHILE USING THE DR
GRANTED. WHEN IN DOUBT ABOUT THE EQUIPMENT OR YOUR SURROUNDINGS, STOP THE
MACHINE AND TAKE THE TIME TO LOOK THINGS OVER. MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE 100%
CONTROL OF THE MOWER AT ALL TIMES.
SCOUT FIELD AND BRUSH MOWER, DON'T HURRY OR TAKE THINGS FOR
• DO NOT OPERATE THE MACHINE WHEN UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR MEDICATION.
• WATCH FOR TRAFFIC WHEN MOWING NEAR ROADWAYS.
• USE THE MACHINE ONLY IN DAYLIGHT OR GOOD ARTIFICIAL LIGHT.
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Slope Operation
SLOPES ARE A MAJOR FACTOR RELATED TO SLIP AND FALL ACCIDENTS, WHICH CAN RESULT IN SEVERE
INJURY. ALL SLOPES REQUIRE CAUTION. IF YOU FEEL UNEASY ON A SLOPE, DO NOT MOW IT. ALWAYS
TAKE THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THIS MACHINE ON SLOPES:
ALWAYS:
• MOW ACROSS THE FACE OF SLOPES; NEVER UP AND DOWN. EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN
CHANGING DIRECTION ON SLOPES.
• REMOVE OBJECTS SUCH AS ROCKS, TREE LIMBS ETC.
• WATCH FOR HOLES, RUTS, OR BUMPS. TALL GRASS CAN HIDE OBSTACLES.
NEVER:
•
NEVER
OR BALANCE.
•
NEVER
•
NEVER
MOW NEAR DROP-OFFS, DITCHES, OR EMBANKMENTS. YOU COULD LOSE YOUR FOOTING
MOW ON SLOPES GREATER THAN 20 DEGREES OR ANY EXCESSIVELY STEEP SLOPES.
MOW ON WET SLOPES. REDUCED TRACTION COULD RESULT IN SLIPPING.
Safety for Children
TRAGIC ACCIDENTS CAN OCCUR IF THE OPERATOR IS NOT ALERT TO THE PRESENCE OF CHILDREN.
CHILDREN ARE OFTEN ATTRACTED TO THE MOWER AND THE MOWING ACTIVITY.
THAT CHILDREN WILL REMAIN WHERE YOU LAST SAW THEM.
NEVER
• KEEP CHILDREN OUT OF THE MOWING AREA AND UNDER THE WATCHFUL CARE OF A RESPONSIBLE
ADULT.
• BE ALERT AND TURN THE MOWER OFF IF CHILDREN ENTER THE WORK AREA.
• BEFORE AND WHILE MOVING BACKWARDS, LOOK BEHIND AND
DOWN
FOR SMALL CHILDREN.
• NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE THE MOWER.
• USE EXTRA CARE WHEN APPROACHING BLIND CORNERS, SHRUBS, TREES, OR OTHER OBJECTS THAT
MAY OBSCURE YOUR VISION.
ASSUME
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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.
• 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. REPLACE THE FUEL TANK AND
FUEL CONTAINER CAPS SECURELY.
• 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 WITH GAS IN THE TANK OR A FUEL CONTAINER, NEAR AN OPEN FLAME OR SPARK
SUCH AS A WATER HEATER.
• NEVER MAKE ADJUSTMENTS OR REPAIRS WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING. DISCONNECT THE SPARK
PLUG WIRE AND KEEP THE WIRE AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
• NEVER TAMPER WITH SAFETY DEVICES. CHECK THEIR PROPER OPERATION REGULARLY.
• DO NOT CHANGE THE ENGINE GOVERNOR SETTINGS OR MODIFY THE ENGINE SPEED.
• TO REDUCE FIRE HAZARD, KEEP THE ENGINE AND MUFFLER FREE OF DEBRIS BUILD-UP.
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THE MOWER 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 MOWER:
• KEEP IN MIND THAT THE OPERATOR OR USER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS OR HAZARDS
OCCURRING TO OTHER PEOPLE, THEIR PROPERTY, AND THEMSELVES.
• USE EAR PROTECTORS OR EAR PLUGS RATED FOR AT LEAST 20 DBA TO PROTECT YOUR HEARING.
• WEAR LONG PANTS WHILE MOWING.
• USE CAUTION WHEN MOWING CLOSE TO FENCES, BUILDINGS, TREES, ETC. SO AS NOT TO HIT THE
HANDLE BAR. DOING SO, YOU MAY INJURE YOUR HAND OR LOSE CONTROL OF THE MACHINE.
• SEE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER OPERATION AND INSTALLATION OF
ACCESSORIES. ONLY USE ACCESSORIES APPROVED BY COUNTRY HOME PRODUCTS, INC.
• KEEP ALL NUTS AND BOLTS TIGHT, ESPECIALLY THE BLADE ATTACHMENT BOLTS, AND KEEP THE
EQUIPMENT AND ATTACHMENTS IN GOOD OPERATING CONDITION.
• THE MOWER BLADE IS SHARP AND CAN CUT. WRAP THE BLADE OR WEAR GLOVES, AND USE EXTRA
CAUTION WHEN SERVICING.
• 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 MOWER 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 SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH MOWERS shipped to California and Washington
State are provided with spark arresters. Failure of the owner/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.
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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CHAPTER 3
SETTING UP YOUR DR SCOUT FIELD 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 features on your mower by reviewing the
picture in the next section before beginning the steps outlined in this chapter. If you have any questions at
all, please feel free to contact our Customer Service Representatives at our toll free number:
1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637).
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