DR Tow-Behind 13.74 Pro-XL User Manual
DR® LEAF & LAWN VACUUM
SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Models:
- Premier
- Pro
- Pro-XL
Pro-XL Model Shown
DR Power Equipment
Serial No.
Order No.
Read and understand this manual and all instructions before operating the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM.
Original Language
Toll-free phone: 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637)
Fax: 1-802-877-1213
Website: www.DRpower.com
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: General Safety Rules............................................................................................................................................................ 3
Chapter 2: Setting Up The DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM................................................................................................................. 8
Chapter 3: Operating The DR LEAF AND LAWN VACUUM................................................................................................................ 18
Chapter 4: Maintaining The DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM............................................................................................................... 23
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................................................................. 31
Chapter 6: Parts Lists, Schematic Diagrams And Warranty ................................................................................................................ 34
Conventions used in this manual
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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LEAF and LAWN VACUUM
Chapter 1: General Safety Rules
Read this safety & operating Instructions manual before you use the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM. 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 LEAF and LAWN VACUUM 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 machine as you set up and before you operate the unit. Replace damaged or missing safety and information
labels immediately.
#188871
#137581
#188861
#280641
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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. You must use proper clothing and
safety gear 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 chipper blades. Always take the following precautions when operating this
machine:
Always wear protective goggles or safety glasses with side shields while operating either your tractor lawn deck, vacuum
system, chipper or performing an adjustment on your DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuum to protect your eyes from possible foreign
objects thrown from the machine.
Avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry, which can catch on the machine’s moving parts.
We recommend wearing gloves while using the DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuum. Be sure your gloves fit properly and do not have
loose cuffs or drawstrings.
Wear shoes with non-slip treads when using your DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuum. 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 DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuum.
Use ear protectors or earplugs rated for at least 20 dba to protect your hearing.
Safety for Children and Pets
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children and pets. Children and pets are often attracted to
the machine and the vacuuming/chipping activity.
Always follow these precautions:
Never
assume that children or pets will remain where you last saw them.
Keep children and pets at least 50 feet from the working area and ensure they are under the watchful care of a responsible
adult.
Be alert and always turn off the lawn tractor engine and the DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuum engine if children or pets enter the
work area.
Before and while moving backwards, look behind, and
collector box.
down
for small children and pets. You cannot see directly behind the
Never allow children to operate the Lawn Tractor or Vacuum/Chipper.
Never allow children or pets to play in the collector. If they become trapped in the enclosure they may be exposed to
temperatures similar to leaving a child or pet in a car with the windows closed on a sunny day.
Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure your vision.
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. Reinstall the fuel tank Cap and
fuel container cap securely.
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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.
Allow the engine to cool completely and empty the collector box before storing the DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuum in any
enclosure. Remember, decomposing material can generate heat and start a fire. Never store the machine with 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. If required, see your authorized dealer for engine governor adjustments.
Keep your hands and combustible substances away from the engine when it is hot and clean the engine area after each use.
To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine cooling fins and muffler area free of debris build-up such as leaves, grass, oil, grease or
any other combustible material.
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, except for adjustment. 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.
The exhaust area on the engine becomes very hot with use. Allow the engine to cool before doing maintenance or making
adjustments.
Slope Operation
Slopes are a major factor related to tip over accidents, which can result in severe injury. All slopes require caution. If you feel
uneasy on a slope, do not vacuum it. Always take the following precautions when using this machine on slopes:
ALWAYS:
Vacuum up and down the face of slopes, never across. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
Remove objects such as stones, glass and metal objects such as cans.
Watch out for holes, ruts, or bumps. tall grass can hide obstacles.
NEVER:
Never vacuum near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. Your tractor and the vacuum may tip over.
Never vacuum on slopes greater than 15 degrees or any excessively steep slopes.
Never vacuum on wet slopes. Reduced traction could result in slipping and a possible roll over.
General Safety
This is a high-powered machine, with moving parts operating with high energy at high speeds. 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:
Never allow people who are unfamiliar with these instructions to use the DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuum.
To be safe, do not operate the machine near small children or pets, and never allow children to operate the vacuum. Stop the
vacuum engine and tractor engine when another person or pet approaches.
Never allow people or pets to ride in the collector box or on the frame.
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Check behind your DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuum before backing up. You cannot see directly behind the collector box.
Never attempt to dump a load while the lawn tractor deck is engaged or the DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuum engine is running.
Do not operate in sandy areas where you will vacuum large quantities of sand. Sand will erode the vacuum housing. Check
for pin holes after each use and replace the housing when pin holes develop.
Do not attempt to open the collector box when your DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuum engine or your lawn deck engine is operating.
Debris may exit at high velocity as you begin to remove the collector back panel.
Never operate the machine on slopes greater than 15 degrees.
Never tow the DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuum faster than 8 mph.
Keep your hands out of the chipper hopper and vacuum inlets while the lawn tractor and the DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuum
engines are running. If it becomes necessary to push material into the hopper, use a small diameter stick.
Always shut off the lawn tractor engine and the DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuum engine, allow the engine to cool five (5) minutes
and disconnect the spark plug wire before attempting to clear any obstructions in the hoses or chipper hopper.
Use the DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuum only in daylight.
Never straddle or reach over the engine area at any time.
Use only your hands to operate the DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuum engine controls.
Do not, under any conditions, remove, bend, cut, fit, weld, or otherwise alter standard parts on the DR Leaf and Lawn
Vacuum. Modifications to your machine could cause personal injuries and will void your warranty.
Do not alter or tamper with safety devices or shields. Make sure they are in their proper position.
While using the DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuum, do not hurry or take things for granted.
Never leave the DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuum unattended with its engine running.
Do not operate the machine when under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
The DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuum 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 machine:
Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people, their property, and
themselves.
Remove side branches before chipping to prevent jamming the material in the chipper hopper.
Do not attempt to chip wood larger than specified in this manual.
Never use the DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuum to vacuum anything but yard waste, such as leaves, grass, small twigs and pine
cones.
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 and cool. Inspect for clogging or damage. Clean and repair and/or
replace damaged parts.
See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories. Only use accessories approved by DR
Power Equipment.
Always keep the equipment in a good safe operating condition. Always make certain nuts and bolts are tight and always use
the supplied self-locking hardware; do not substitute.
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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
®
LEAF and LAWN
VACUUMS shipped to California, New Mexico and Washington 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 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
®
LEAF and LAWN VACUUM in a safe manner. Contact us at www.DRpower.com or
call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.
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Chapter 2: Setting Up The DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM
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It may be helpful to familiarize yourself with the controls and features of your DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM 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 LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Controls and Features
PRO-XL Engine
electric start only)
Throttle
Choke
Gas
Shut-O
Gas
Fill
Choke
Gas
Shut-O
Starter Recoil Handle
Choke
Starter Recoil
Handle
PRO Engine
manual or electric start)
PREMIER Engine
manual or electric start)
Gas
Fill
Throttle
Gas
Fil
Key
Switch
Oil
Fill
Key
Switch
Outlet Hose with
Quick Disconnect
Cuff
Outlet
Duct
Inlet Duct
Dump
Lever
Centrifugal
Separator
Adjustable
Hitch
Battery
Jack (standard on
Pro and Pro-XL)
Safety Interlock
Switch
Inlet Hose with
Quick Disconnect
Oil
Gas
Shut-O
Starter Recoil Handle
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Fil
Throttle
Cuff
Collector
Door
Chipper Hopper
(Pro and Pro-XL
Models Only)
Collector
Side Panels
Pneumatic
Tires
Figure 1
Retaining
Knob
Specifications
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PREMIER PRO
Engine Refer to the Engine Operator Manual for Engine Specifications
eller Welded Steel Welded Steel
RPM 3400 3400
Chipper Knife None D2 Tool Steel, Hardened 52-56 RC D2 Tool Steel, Hardened 52-56 RC
Chipper Knife Size None 4.12" x 1.25" x .25"
Weight 16.2 LBS 16.8 LBS
Chipping Capacity None 2" Diameter Branches
Vacuum 1562 CFM 1562 CFM
Suction 90 MPH 90 MPH
Impeller Drive Direct Thru Sure-Flex Couplin
Collector Hardshell on Steel Base Frame
Volume 245 Gallons 306 Gallons
Capacity 300 LBS 500 LBS
Base Frame Welded Steel Tubing (1" Sq x .06"
Dump Tilt 50° 50°
Frame Welded Steel Welded Steel
Tubular Structure 1.25" Round & SQ Tubing x .12" 1.25" Round & SQ Tubing x .12" 1.25" Round & SQ Tubing x .12"
Impeller Housing 3 Piece Design 3 Piece Design Plus Hopper
Wheels Tubeless Pneumatic 4.10/3.50-5
Hitch Single Point Single Point
ack Optional (Customer Install
Lawn Mower Discharge Right or Left Right or Left
Dimensions 90" L x 47.62" W x 57.5" H 90" L x 47.62" W x 65.75" H
Weight 310 Lbs 325 Lbs
Shipping Dimensions 77.5" L x 49" W x 41" H 77.5" L x 49" W x 41" H
Shipping Weight 398 Lbs 413 Lbs
Direct Thru Sure-Flex Couplin
Hardshell on Steel Base Frame
Welded Steel Tubing (1" Sq x .06"
Tubeless Pneumatic 4.10/3.50-5
Unique frame mount. (Installed
PRO-XL
Welded Steel
3400
4.12" x 1.25" x .25"
16.8 LBS
2" Diameter Branches
1562 CFM
90 MPH
Direct Thru Sure-Flex Couplin
Hardshell on Steel Base Frame
306 Gallons
500 LBS
Welded Steel Tubing (1" Sq x .06"
50°
Welded Steel
3 Piece Design Plus Hopper
Tubeless Pneumatic 4.10/3.50-5
Single Point
Unique frame mount. (Installed
ht or Left
90" L x 47.62" W x 65.75" H
332 Lbs
77.5" L x 49" W x 41" H
420 Lbs
Unpacking and Assembling the Machine
NOTE: Unpacking the DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuum is a two-person job. We
recommend you have an extra set of hands available before you begin
because the DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuums weigh 310 lbs. (Premier), 325 lbs.
(Pro) and 332 lbs. (Pro-XL).
Unpacking the Shipping Box
Tools and Supplies Needed:
Gloves
Eye Protection
Wire Cutters
Stabilize the shipping box on flat terrain before attempting to unpack and
assemble the machine.
Wear eye protection when cutting the Wire Ties and bands. The banding
may have a lot of tension on it and may snap and cut you. Always stand to
one side when cuttin
1. Stand to one side and cut the banding.
2. Remove the top of the Box.
3. Lift the Top Cover from the Shipping Container and set aside (Figure 2).
4. Pull open the Box Seams on both sides of the stapled carton and pull the
bottom away from the Pallet as you fold the ends down (Figure 3). The
staples are sharp so be careful.
the bands.
Top Cover
Figure 2
Box
Seam
Staples Inside
Figure 3
Staples on Bottom
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Box Lip
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Accessory
Box
Lift
Handle
Corner
Bars
Figure 4
Product
Package
Collector
Panels
Do Not
28" Hose
with Cuff
Boot
Adapters
Cut this Wire Tie
Impeller
Outlet
Duct
5. Pull the Box Lips from the Pallet and set the Box Halves aside.
6. Cut the Wire Ties from the Corner Bars and the Impeller Outlet Duct and cut
the Banding from the Collector Panels with the Wire Cutters (Figure 4).
7. Remove the Product Package, Impeller Outlet Duct, 28" Hose with Cuff,
Boot Adapters, Corner Bars, and Accessory Box (if ordered) from the Pallet.
8. Remove the Styrofoam pieces on top of the Panel Assemblies and slide the
Panel Assemblies off the Pallet from the Lift Handle side.
NOTE: If you have the model with a Jack, crank the Jack just until the Frame is
lifted from the Pallet Blocking. If you have a model without the Jack, get the Trailer
Stand ready to support the Machine when removed from the Pallet.
9. Cut the Wire ties holding the Machine to the Pallet and roll the Machine
from the Pallet (Figure 5).
Compare the contents of the shipping carton and the Part Box with the Parts
Supplied list on this page. If there are any questions contact us at
www.DRpower.com or call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637). Do not discard the
shipping materials until you are fully satisfied with your new DR
®
Leaf and Lawn
Vacuum.
Wire Tie
Figure 5
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Jack (some
models)
Engine
Manual
Leaf System Safety and
Operating Instructions
Manual
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LEAF and LAWN VACUUM
Pallet
Block
Parts supplied:
Left Side Collector Panel
Right Side Collector Panel
Wire Tie
Front Collector Panel
Rear Collector Door Panel
Top Collector Cover
Impeller Outlet Duct
Frame Assembly
Collector Base
7" and 8" Hose Adapter
Tow Beam Stand (Premier
models)
Four 5/16-18 x 3/4" Bolt
Four 5/16" Lock Washer
Four 5/16" Flat Washer
Two Hand Knobs
Two 5/16" Lock Washer
Two
5/16" Flat Washer
Two 5/16" Push Nut
Figure 6
Product Bag containing (Figure 6):
o Operating and Instructions Manual
o Engine Manual
o Two Clevis Pins
o Two Hitch Clips
o Small Bag containing:
Two Hand Knobs
Two 5/16" Flat Washers
Two 5/16" Lock Washers
Two 5/16" Push Nuts
o Small Bag containing:
Eight 5/16-18 Locknuts
Eight 5/16" Flat Washers
o Small Bag containing:
Four 5/16-18 x 3/4" Bolts
Four 5/16" Flat Washers
Four 5/16" Lock Washers
o Small Bag containing:
Two 5/16-18 x 3/4" Bolts
Two 5/16" Flat Washers
Two 5/16" Locknuts
Two 5/16-18 x 3/4" Bolts
5/16" Flat Washers
Two
5/16" Locknuts
Two
Two Clevis Pins
Two Hitch Clips
Eight 5/16-18 Locknut
Eight 5/16" Flat Washer
Assembling the Collector, Impeller Outlet Duct and 28" Hose with
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Cuff
Tools Needed:
Two 1/2" Wrenches
3/8" Wrench
1. Position the Collector Base at the rear of the Frame and line up the Collector
Base Pivot Tubes with the Frame Pivot Brackets. Secure the Collector Base
to the Frame with two Clevis Pins (heads facing in) and Hitch Clips (Figure
7).
2. Lower the Collector Base down onto the Frame to lock the Lift Handle fully
into the Dump Latch.
NOTE: The Side Panel Assemblies must be installed with the correct edges facing
front and rear (Figure 8).
3. Position a Side Panel (with DR logo right side up and facing out) bottom
groove onto the Lip at the side of the Collector Base.
4. Support the Panel as you slide a Corner Bar into the rectangular opening at
the rear and down into the Collector Base hole at the bottom. You may need
to lift the ends of the Side Panel a bit to get the threaded Bar end into the
Collector Base hole.
5. Slide another Corner Bar into the rectangular opening at the front of the
Panel and down into the Collector Base hole at the bottom.
NOTE: You may need to tap lightly on the top of the Panels to get the slot to lock
together properly with the Base Lip.
6. Follow steps 3 thru 5 for the other Side Panel.
Clevis Pin
Collector
Base
Figure 7
Right
Side
Collector Base
Pivot Tube
Frame
Front Edge
Detai
Bar
Collector
Base
Frame Pivot
Bracket
Hitch Clip
Lift Handle
Rear Edge
Detai
Bar
Left
Side
7. Slide the Front Panel (with Labels right side up and facing out) into the
Grooves at the front of both Side Panels and push it down until the groove at
the bottom of the Front Panel slides over the Lip in the Collector Base
(Figure 9).
8. Place the Top Cover over the Front and Side Panels (Inlet hole in separator
facing forward) and position so the Corner Bar threads protrude through the
holes at the corners of the Top Cover.
9. Install a Washer and Low Profile Locknut to the top and bottom of each Bar
only hand tight for now.
Front Lip
Position
Figure 8
Separator
Inlet Hole
Front
Panel
Figure 9
Collector
Base
Hole
Nut and Washer
(both ends)
Top
Cover
Bar
Bottom End of Bar
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Hand
Knob
Lock
Washer
Figure 10
Collector
Door Lip
Flat
Washer
Push
Nut
Panel
Grooves
Inner of
Collector
Door
10. Slide a Lock Washer onto a Hand knob stud first (Figure 10) and then a Flat
Washer. Insert the stud of the Hand Knob through one of the holes in the
bottom of the Collector Door (Hand Knob on outside of Door).
11. Install a Push Nut onto the stud and push it up to the Door Lip with the
boxed end of a 3/8" Wrench.
12. Install the other Hand Knob, Lock Washer, Flat Washer and Push Nut into
the other hole in the bottom of the Collector Door.
13. Position the top of the Collector Door (inside Lips) into the grooves at the
back of the Side Panels and Slide the Collector Door top up under the end of
the Container Cover (Figure 11). Push the Door in at the bottom until it
rests on the end of the Collector Base.
14. Secure the Door by screwing in the two Hand Knobs at the bottom to the
end of the Collector Base (Figure 12).
15. Tighten the Low Profile Locknuts at the bottom of all four Bars first with two
1/2" Wrenches and then tighten the top Low Profile Locknuts only to the
point that the Washer will still turn with some resistance.
Adjusting the Inlet Duct for Left Side Discharge Mowers
The Machine is shipped ready to connect to a right side discharge Mower. If
your Mower is equipped with a left side discharge you must perform the
following adjustment to the Inlet Duct.
Tools Needed:
Figure 11
Side
Panel
Figure 12
Collector
Door
Collector
Base
Hand
Knob
Small Philips Head Screwdriver
5/16" Wrench
1. Remove the Hand Knob and slide the Inlet Duct out of the Impeller Flange
(Figure 13).
2. Remove the two sets of Screws and Locknuts from the Inlet Duct with a
Small Philips Head Screwdriver and a 5/16" Wrench and install them into
the other holes as indicated for left side mounting.
3. Reinstall the Inlet Duct into the Impeller Flange and secure the Hand Knob.
Hardware
Position
Right Side Discharge
Inlet Duct
Position
Hand Knob Hand Knob
Hardware
Position
Impeller
Flange
Left Side Discharge
Figure 13
Inlet Duct
Position
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Installing the Impeller Outlet Duct and 28" Hose with Cuff
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Tools Needed:
1/2" Wrench
Top Cover
28" Hose with Cuff
Thumb
Scre
4. Place the Impeller Outlet Duct over the Impeller Housing (Figure 14). The
Duct goes on tightly and may be easier to install by starting at one corner
5. Install four Bolts, Lock Washers and Flat Washers hand tight to secure the
Impeller Outlet Duct to the Impeller Housing.
6. Screw the Hose end of the 28" Hose with Cuff counter clockwise into the
Top Cover Hole until the Hose connects easily to the Outlet Duct, but does
not rest on the corner of the Collector.
7. Loop the Lanyard over the Hose Cuff, slide the Cuff end of the Hose over the
Impeller Outlet Duct and secure by tightening the Thumb Screw of the Hose
Cuff Clamp.
8. Tighten the Hardware that attached the Outlet Duct to the Impeller Housing
with two 1/2" Wrenches.
Setting up your Tractor (right side discharge shown)
Hitch Plate Kit Installation (optional)
The DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuum requires a Pin Hitch hole on your Lawn Tractor.
DR Power Equipment offers several different Hitch Plate Kits if the existing
Hitch on your Tractor is not sufficient (Figure 15). Contact us at
www.DRpower.com or call one of our representatives at 1-800-DR-OWNER
(376-9637) and they will be happy to assist you.
Bolt,
Lock Washer
and
Flat Washer
Inlet
Hose
Figure 14
Hitch
Plate
Lanyard
Outlet
Duct
Impeller
Assembly
Lawn Deck Adapter Installation
Tools Needed:
Two 1/2" Wrenches
Drill with 3/8" Bit
Saw
NOTE: Optional Accessories: Due the variety of Lawn Tractors, the Hoses supplied
may not fit all tractors. Our Technical Service Dept. can help you adapt
your machine.
A Universal Deck Adapter is available for you to fit to your machine if
the tractor manufacturer’s Lawn Deck Adapter is not available.
A Hose Support Kit is available to attach to the DR Power Equipment
Hitch Kit. This will enable you to support a longer Hose if needed.
Contact us at www.DRpower.com or call one of our representatives at 1-800DR-OWNER (376-9637) to order a Universal Deck Adapter Kit or Hose
Support Kit.
1. Install your Lawn Deck Adapter (Figure 16) onto your Lawn Tractor (Lawn
Deck Adapter available from the manufacturer of your lawn tractor or from
DR Power Equipment).
2. We have supplied both a 7" to 6" and 8" to 6" diameter Hose Adapter.
Determine which best fits your Lawn Deck Adapter. Slip the Hose Adapter
over the end of your Lawn Deck Adapter, until they make contact.
Optional Hitch Plate Configurations
Figure 15
Hose Adapter
(Do Not Cut)
23"
Max
Lawn Deck
dapte
Deck Adapter
Cut-Off Point
Figure 16
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Hose
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Adapter
Figure 17
Jack
Height
about 13"
Ground
Figure 18
Bolt, Washers and Locknut
(top and bottom)
Lawn Deck
dapte
Adjustment Clevis
Pins and Clips
Hitch
Pin
Hitch
Clip
Adjustable
Hitch
Tractor
Hitch
3. Check the distance of from the ground to the top center of your Hose
Adapter (Figure 16). If your Adapter is less than 23" from the ground, go to
step 6.
4. If the end of the Hose Adapter is taller than 23", mark the spot on the center
of the Hose Adapter that is at 23" from the ground. Measure from this mark
to the end of the Hose Adapter and note the distance.
5. Remove the Lawn Deck Adapter from your Mower and cut the amount you
measured off the end of the Lawn Deck Adapter parallel with the end using a
Saw.
6. Reinstall the Lawn Deck Adapter to your Mower.
7. Slide the Hose Adapter onto the Lawn Deck Adapter and turn the Hose
Adapter so the predrilled Guide Holes are at the bottom and top positions
(Figure 17).
8. Drill a 3/8" hole through the Lawn Deck Adapter at the two predrilled holes
in the Hose Adapter.
9. Secure the Adapter in place with two 5/16" Bolts, Washers and Nuts by
inserting the Bolt through the drilled holes from inside the Adapter.
10. Attach the Washers and Nuts on the outside of the Adapter tube (this will
prevent debris from collecting on the retaining hardware).
11. Tighten the Nuts with two 1/2" Wrenches. Be careful not to over tighten and
damage the Hose Adapter.
12. Re-install the Lawn Deck Adapter to the Mower.
Connecting the DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuum to your Mower
Safety
Pin
Figure 19
Jack
Hitch
Pin
Hitch
Clip
Always raise the Jack prior to towing this equipment. An extended Jack can
damage or deform the Jack or Frame if the Jack hits the ground or an object.
1. Position the back Hitch Plate of your Mower next to the adjustable Hitch of
the Leaf and Lawn Vacuum on level ground and remove the Hitch Clip and
Hitch Pin (Figure 18).
2. Operate the Jack to move the Frame up or down until the Leaf System is
level. The Frame near the Jack should be about 13" from the ground.
3. Remove the Clips and Clevis pins from the Adjustable Hitch, move the Hitch
up or down to align it with the Tow Bracket on your Mower, and reinstall the
Clevis Pins and Clips.
4. Move the Leaf System into position on the Lawn Mower Hitch and install the
Hitch Pin and Hitch Clip to secure the Tongue to the Mower (Figure 19).
5. Raise the Jack up off the ground in the fully up position so the Leaf and Lawn
Vacuum is fully supported by the Lawn Tractor Hitch Plate.
6. Install the Jack Safety Pin to keep the Jack in the raised position.
14 DR
®
LEAF and LAWN VACUUM
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