DR
LEAF & LAWN VACUUM
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
®
SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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BEFORE USING YOUR NEW ACCESSORY
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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1............................................................................................................................. 1
INTRODUCING THE DR OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ................................................... 1
Conventions used in this manual ................................................................................... 1
CHAPTER 2............................................................................................................................. 2
GENERAL SAFETY RULES............................................................................................... 2
CHAPTER 3............................................................................................................................. 3
DR LEAF AND LAWN VACUUM OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ....................................... 3
Connecting and Using the Optional Hand Vacuum Attachment (Kit No. 18789) ...... 3
Installing and Using the Optional Bagging Accessory................................................... 6
Installing and Using the Optional Mulch-Discharge Attachment (Kit No. 18791)...... 8
Installing the Optional Universal Lawn Deck Adapter ................................................. 10
CHAPTER 4........................................................................................................................... 21
PARTS LISTS AND SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS.............................................................. 21
Parts List - Hand Vacuum Hose Assembly (Kit No. 18789) ........................................ 21
Schematic Diagram - Hand Vacuum Hose Assembly.................................................. 22
Parts List - Bagging Accessory (Kit # 18796 Commercial, # 18795 Premier Model) . 23
Schematic Diagram - Bagging Accessory ..................................................................... 23
Parts List - Mulch-Discharge Hose (Kit No. 18791).................................................... 24
Schematic Diagram - Mulch-Discharge Hose .............................................................. 24
Parts List - Universal Lawn Deck Adapter (Kit No. 18794) .......................................... 25
Schematic Diagram - Universal Lawn Deck Adapter.................................................... 26
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCING THE DR OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
This manual will help you set up and safely operate your new DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Optional
Accessory. 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 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.
Tip:
This is a helpful hint to guide you in getting the most out of your DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM
Optional Accessory.
Tools Needed: This indicates you will need a special tool to perform a maintenance function on your
Optional Accessory.
NOTE: This information may be helpful to you.
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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CHAPTER 2
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
• READ THIS SAFETY AND OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE YOU USE THE DR LEAF AND LAWN VACUUM
OPTIONAL ACCESSORY. ALSO, REVIEW THE SAFETY AND OPERATING MANUAL FOR YOUR SYSTEM.
• INSPECT THE AREA WHERE YOU WILL BE WORKING. THE SITE MUST BE FREE OF POTENTIALLY
HAZARDOUS OBSTACLES (E.G., STONES, GLASS AND METAL OBJECTS SUCH AS CANS).
• TURN OFF YOUR LAWN TRACTOR AND DR LEAF AND LAWN VACUUM ENGINES BEFORE
DISCONNECTING ANY HOSES TO INSTALL OR REMOVE YOUR ACCESSORY.
• WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHENEVER THE BLOWER IS RUNNING.
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CHAPTER 3
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DR LEAF AND LAWN VACUUM OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
This chapter outlines a few simple steps you will need to follow to set up and use your new Optional
Accessories that are available for your DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM. 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).
Connecting and Using the Optional Hand Vacuum Attachment (Kit No. 18789)
In addition to towing the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM with your lawn tractor, this system also allows you
to vacuum flower beds, around trees and other places that you cannot mow with your lawn tractor.
• BEFORE PERFORMING THIS PROCEDURE, STOP THE BLOWER ENGINE AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK
PLUG WIRE.
• IF THE VACUUM HOSE BECOMES CLOGGED WITH DEBRIS, STOP THE ENGINE AND DISCONNECT
THE SPARK PLUG WIRE BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO CLEAR THE BLOCKAGE.
• WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHENEVER THE BLOWER IS RUNNING.
USE CARE NOT TO ALLOW THE NOZZLE OPENING TO COME IN FULL CONTACT WITH THE GROUND
WHILE VACUUMING. DIRT, STONES AND OTHER SOLID OBJECTS MAY BE PICKED UP AND INGESTED
INTO THE BLOWER ASSEMBLY.
NOTE: The Hand Vacuum Hose shipped partially assembled. The following instructions detail the steps required
to assemble the Handle Bar to the Nozzle and the Support Tie for the Hose (Figure 1).
Handle Ring
Parts Supplied:
(2) 5/16" Lock Nut
(1) Support Tie
Nozzle Bolts and
Lock Nuts (2 places)
Handle Bar
Eyebolt
(1) Handle Bar Assembly
(1) Hose with Nozzle
Tools Needed:
Nozzle
• Scissors or Diagonal Cutter
• 1/2" Wrench or Socket
Support Tie
Ratchet Bloc
• Screwdriver
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Figure 1
1. The Handle Ring shipped in a position suitable for packaging with the Ring Clamp Bolt only partially
tightened. Rotate the Handle Ring upward but do not tighten at this time (Figure 1).
2. Locate the two (2) Bolts protruding from the Nozzle, align the two (2) holes at the end of the Handle
Bar, and add a Lock Nut on each Bolt (Figure 1). Tighten the Lock Nuts using a 1/2" wrench.
3. Thread the Support Tie through the Eyebolt and wrap it around the Hose. Pass the end through the
Ratchet Block on the end of the Support Tie (Figure 1).
4. Pull the excess Support Tie through the Ratchet Block. Leave the Tie loop slightly larger than the
diameter of the Hose. Do not over-tighten (Figure 1).
5. Cut off excess Support Tie length.
6. Standing in a normal operating position (Figure 4), adjust the Handle Ring to a comfortable location
and tighten the Handle Ring Clamp Bolt securely using a Screwdriver.
Attach the Vacuum Attachment to your Leaf and Lawn Vacuum using the following steps:
1. Disconnect the Blower Inlet Hose from your lawn deck
Hose Adapter by unhooking the two (2) Flexible Latches
(Figure 2).
2. Connect the Vacuum Attachment with attached nozzle by
aligning the Latches (Figure 3) and slipping the Vacuum
Attachment Hose into the Inlet Hose. Pull the Flexible
Latches into place (Figure 3) to secure the hoses.
Inlet Hose
3. Start the engine and adjust the throttle to Fast (Rabbit).
4. While holding the Hand Vacuum Nozzle just above the
ground at an angle, sweep the area side to side that you
wish to vacuum (Figure 4).
Tip: Hold the vacuum nozzle at a slight angle to the ground
so that it doesn’t suck right down on the ground. This
allows air to continue to flow into the nozzle while you
are vacuuming.
Hose Adapter
Sweep nozzle side to side
Blower Inlet Hose
Pull and
Unhook Latches
Figure 2
Hand Vacuum Hose
Latches
Vacuum with nozzle at an angle
Figure 4
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Figure 3
Tip: When vacuuming leaves off mulched areas, hold the nozzle just above the leaves and lower it slowly to
determine the height that will pickup the leaves and not the mulch.
Tip: When vacuuming leaves in an area with loose brush, twigs and branches; step on them to hold them
down so as not to ingest them into the vacuum nozzle (Figure 5). They may clog or puncture a hole in
the vacuum hose. Once you have cleared the area of leaves, pick up, and chip the twigs and sticks that
you uncovered during vacuuming.
Tip: Avoid dragging the Vacuum Hose over curbs, stonewalls, or piles of cut branches. The hose is tough,
but can puncture on sharp objects.
DO NOT VACUUM IN SANDY AREAS WHERE LARGE QUANTITIES OF SAND WILL BE VACUUMED WHILE
MOWING OR VACUUMING. SAND WILL ERODE THE VACUUM HOUSING. CHECK FOR PIN HOLES AFTER
EACH USE AND REPLACE THE HOUSING WHEN PIN HOLES DEVELOP.
Hold Down Branch with Boot
Vacuum Nozzle
Figure 5
Small Branch
Uncovered
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Installing and Using the Optional Bagging Accessory
The DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM can utilize nine (9) Bagger Box Inserts in the Commercial model (6 for
the Premier) that fit into the Collector Box for ease of bagging leaves and grass (Figure 6). For proper
bagging operation, you MUST install all boxes in the Collector Box.
BEFORE PERFORMING THIS PROCEDURE, STOP THE BLOWER ENGINE AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK
PLUG WIRE.
Commercial model: (Kit No. 18796)
1. Remove the Rear Panel of the Collector Box by
releasing the six (6) Flexible Latches and lift it off the
pins protruding on the top corners.
2. Form the nine (9) individual cardboard leaf bag
holders into boxes. Fold down the corners of the Bag
Holder to stiffen the assembly (Figure 7). Insert a
biodegradable leaf bag or 30 gal. Heavy-Duty trash
bag (supplied by the user) into each box, folding the
top of the bag over the top edge of the box (Figure 6).
Fold Bag Over
Edge of Box
Insert Center Box Last
9-Individual
Bagger Boxes*
Tip: When using a lighter weight trash bag, insert the
Bagger Box inside the trash bag to hold the bag
down. Slide the Bagger Box out of the bag when full.
3. Place the nine (9) boxes into the Collector Box starting
at the front and working toward the rear.
Tip: Installation is easier if the outside boxes are placed
Figure 6
*6 for the Premier model
first in each row, followed by inserting the center box
between them (Figure 6).
4. Replace the Rear Panel by re-hanging it on the pins protruding on the top corners and re-hook the six
(6) Flexible Latches.
Corner Folded Down
Inside Bagger Box
Figure 7
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Outer Panel
Pre-formed Edge
Inner Panel
Slide
Side Spacer
Figure 8
Pre-formed Notch
Shown with Top removed
Spacer Tube
Front
Figure 9
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Side Spacer
Perpendicular surface
facing out
Rear
Premier model: (Kit No. 18795)
1. Remove the Rear Panel of the Collector Box by releasing
the six (6) Flexible Latches and lift it off the pins
protruding on the top corners.
2. Install the supplied Bagger Spacers inside the Collector
Box by first releasing the Flexible Latches holding down
the Centrifugal Separator (top).
3. Install a side Bagger Spacer on the left Side Panel of the
Collector Box by inserting the formed edge of the
in between the inner and outer wall of the left Side Panel
of the Collector Box (Figure 8).
Tip: Raise the Centrifugal Separator (top) just enough and
start at the back of the Collector Box left Side Panel,
hooking the formed edge of the Bagger Spacer over the
inner panel and in between the Outer Panel and Inner
Panel, and sliding the Spacer along toward the front
until the support is completely inside the Collector Box
(Figure 8).
4. Repeat this procedure for installing a side Bagger Spacer
on the right Side Panel.
5. Install a Bagger Spacer Tube in the front of the Collector
Box by raising the Centrifugal Separator (top) just
enough to insert it into the Pre-Formed Notches in the
left and right Bagger Spacers. Note the shape of the
Spacer Tube; it will only go in one way. The outside
surface of the Spacer Tube must be perpendicular to the
Top (Figure 9).
6. Form the individual Leaf Bag Holders into boxes. Fold
down the corners of the Bag Holder to stiffen the
assembly (Figure 7). Insert a biodegradable leaf bag or
30 gal. Heavy-Duty trash bag (supplied by the user) into
each box, folding the top of the bag (Figure 6) over the
top edge of the box.
Tip: When using a lighter weight trash bag, insert the
Bagger Box inside the trash bag to hold the bag down.
Slide the Bagger Box out of the bag when full.
7. Place the six (6) boxes into the Collector Box starting at
the front and working toward the rear.
Tip: Installation is easier if the outside boxes are placed
first in each row, followed by inserting the center box
between them (Figure 6).
8. Install a Bagger Spacer Tube at the rear of the Collector
Box by raising the Centrifugal Separator (top) just
enough to insert it into the Pre-Formed Notches in the
left and right Bagger Spacers. Again, note the shape of
the Spacer Tube; it will only go in one way. The outside
surface of the Spacer Tube must be perpendicular to the
Top (Figure 8).
9. Re-hook the Centrifugal Separator (top) Latches and
replace the Rear Panel by re-hanging it on the pins
protruding on the top corners, and then re-hook the six
(6) Flexible Latches.
Spacer
Installing and Using the Optional Mulch-Discharge Attachment (Kit No. 18791)
In addition to vacuuming and chipping with the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM, the system also allows you
to discharge material for mulch in a specific area. This attachment is used in conjunction with the hand
vacuum attachment. The vacuum attachment hose is used to vacuum the material out of the Collector Box.
BEFORE PERFORMING THIS PROCEDURE, STOP THE BLOWER ENGINE AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK
PLUG WIRE.
1. Disconnect the Collector Box Inlet Hose from the
Blower Exit Elbow Assembly by releasing the two
(2) Flexible Latches (Figure 10).
2. Push the Collector Box Inlet Hose behind the
Blower Exit Elbow (Figure 11), connect the Mulch
– Discharge Hose to the Blower Exit Elbow, and
secure in place with the two (2) Flexible Latches
(Figure 11).
3. Disconnect the Blower Inlet Hose from your lawn
tractor Hose Adapter (Figure 2
on page 4) and
connect the Hand Vacuum Hose to the Blower
Inlet Hose (Figure 3
on page 4).
Collector Box Hose
Pull and Unhook
Flexible Latches
Blower Exit Elbow
4. Remove the Rear Panel of the Collector Box.
5. Direct the Mulch-Discharge hose in the selected
area to receive the material (Figure 12a), start the
engine and adjust the Throttle to Fast (Rabbit).
Tip: Avoid dragging the Mulch-Discharge and
Vacuum Hoses over curbs, stonewalls, or piles
of cut branches. The hoses are tough, but can
puncture on sharp objects.
Tip: You may want to place stones beside the end of
the hose to position and direct the discharge.
6. Vacuum out the Collector Box using the Hand
Vacuum Attachment (Figure 12b).
Figure 10
Collector Box Hose
Mulch-Discharge Hose
Flexible Latch
Blower Exit Elbow
Figure 11
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Discharge Hose
NO STANDING!!
Figure 12a
DO NOT STAND OR ALLOW PEOPLE OR PETS NEAR THE DISCHARGE OPENING. MATERIAL EXITS FROM
THE HOSE AT A HIGH RATE AND COULD CAUSE INJURY.
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Figure 12b
Installing the Optional Universal Lawn Deck Adapter (Kit No. 21168)
The design of the DR Universal Lawn Deck Adapter is adaptable to a variety of Mower Decks as found on the
various makes of tractors and mowing machines.
The intent of the information provided here is to show a typical method for obtaining measurements and
determining shapes and contours for proper fitting of the unit to your machine. Your particular machine may
require slightly different or additional operations to obtain the best fit.
• TURN OFF THE IGNITION AND/OR REMOVE THE SPARK PLUG WIRE(S) ON YOUR MOWER BEFORE
STARTING THIS PROCEDURE.
• BE SURE TO STABILIZE YOUR MACHINE ON FLAT TERRAIN AND APPLY THE PARKING BRAKE BEFORE
STARTING THIS PROCEDURE.
• ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN CUTTING OR DRILLING WITH POWER TOOLS.
Kit Parts List:
• Universal Deck Adapter
• 7" to 6" Hose Adapter
• Template Wire
• Hinge Hardware:
(2) Hinge Brackets
(1) Hinge Pin w/two (2) Push Nuts
(1) Bracket Plate
Mounting Bolts and Nuts
• Instruction Sheet
Tools Needed:
• Jig Saw
• Pencil or Fine Tipped White Marker
• 1/2" Wrench or Socket
• Electric Drill w/1/4" and 3/8" Drill Bits
• Pliers
• Scissors or Utility Knife
• C-Clamps or Spring Clamps
• Masking tape
• Straight Edge
•
Tape Measure
• Square, Adjustable
File, Sand Paper or De-Burring Tool
•
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1. Before proceeding with the installation, familiarize yourself with the Parts, and the illustrations of
A
the Universal Lawn Deck Adapter as shown in Figure 13.
2. Thoroughly clean the exposed area of your Mower Deck so that it may be easily marked.
3. Remove the Hinge Pin from your Mower Deck Mounting Bracket (Figure 14) and remove the Discharge
Chute, Springs, and related parts from your Mower Deck. Do not remove the Mounting Bracket. (See
Reference Line instruction below). Save these parts for future use should you decide to return your Lawn
Mower Deck to its original configuration.
NOTE: You may wish to remove the Mower Deck from your Mower and place it on a bench at a comfortable
work height for these procedures.
Top
Front
Discharge
Base Plate
Hinge Pins
SIDE
(Vertical)
Rear
UNIVERSAL DECK ADAPTER
DR Mounting Brackets
BOTTOM
(Horizontal)
Figure 13
rea Beneath Mower
Mounting Bracket
Hinge Pin
Typical Lawn Tractor with Mower Deck
Discharge Chute
Figure 14
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Installing Your Deck Adapter
The following
outlines the typical steps necessary for
installing a Universal Lawn Deck Adapter to your Lawn
Tractor. The procedure requires patience, around two
(2) hours to complete, and skill working with a Jig Saw
to match contours.
Mower Deck
Mounting Bracket
Reference Line
1. Establish a Reference Line.
Figure 15 shows the typical location of a Reference Line
on your Mower Deck. The location of this line is
determined by finding a position that allows the
Universal Lawn Deck Adapter to cover the entire
Mower Deck opening (Figure 15) and provides
clearances for the Hose and Hose Adapter when
operating. This will vary depending upon the make and
model of your machine. Frequently it is located in line
with your Mower Deck Mounting Bracket.
a) Place a Straight Edge against the front of the
Mounting Bracket and clamp it in place (Figure 16).
Lightly draw a Reference Line as shown in Figure 15.
b) Place a Square on the Straight Edge (Figure 17)
and determine if the side of the Universal Deck
Adapter would cover the Discharge Opening if it
were located there. If not, locate the proper point
and transfer that location to the top of your Mower
Deck. Re-locate the Mounting Bracket to that
position if necessary; keeping it parallel to the
Reference Line. This will become the Reference
Line for making the template.
Figure 15
Figure 16
Mounting Bracket
Straight Edge
Straight Edge
c) Measure the Height (Figure 18) from the bottom to
the top of the Mower Deck at the Reference Line.
Make a note of it here as HEIGHT A ____________.
d) Then measure the Height from the bottom of the
Chute to the lowest point along the Reference Line
at the opposite side. Make a note of it here as
HEIGHT B ______________.
Figure 17 Figure 18
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2. Make the vertical (side) Template.
a) Place the Straight Edge against the edge of the Mounting Bracket and clamp it in place (Figure 16 on
page 12).
b) Draw a line across the top of your Mower Deck. Using the Square, extend the line down the sides at each
end (Figure 17 on page 12). Extending the Square from the Straight Edge to the contours can make
more Reference Line points.
NOTE: Before using the Template Wire, it is helpful to straighten it. Clamp one end of the Wire in a vise and,
using pliers, pull the Wire to remove irregularities.
c) Clamp one end of the Template Wire at the side of the Discharge Chute (Figure 19) where you marked
the vertical Reference Line.
d) Now press the Wire tightly down against the contours of your Mower Deck, following the Reference Line
points to the opposite side (Figure 19). It is best to tape the Wire in place at various points to maintain
position as you bend.
e) After you form the wire down to the Base Line, cut off the surplus wire.
f) Cut the tape holding the Template Wire in place and carefully
remove the Template Wire from the Chute.
You will use the formed Wire to transfer the contours of the Discharge Chute to the Template.
Template Wire
Form and Tape here
Form and Tape here
Use tape if clamp
will not reach.
Forming the Template Wire
Figure 19
g) Place the formed Template Wire loosely against the Mower Deck along the Reference Line and check to
be certain it follows the contours.
h) Cut two (2) Template Boards (Figure 20) from the Kit corrugated Shipping Carton. One should be large
enough to cover the entire side (vertical) of the Universal Deck Adapter and the other should cover the
bottom (horizontal) area that will be cut from the Universal Deck Adapter.
Side (Vertical) Template
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Bottom (Horizontal) Template
Figure 20
i) Place the Universal Deck Adapter on its side
(Figure 21) on the Template Board. Trace the
outline and cut the board to the outline. Make
note of the Front and Bottom on the Template
Board.
j) Draw a line 1/2” from the bottom edge of the
Template Board (Figure 22). This represents the
bottom of the Discharge Chute or Baseline.
k) Using HEIGHT
A. from Step c) on page 12, draw
a horizontal line across the Template at the A
Height above the baseline. Do the same for
HEIGHT
B
at the rear of the Template. These
lines will insure that your Wire Template in the
next step will be horizontally accurate.
l) Center the formed Wire (right and left) on your
Template Board (Figure 23), and bring the
formed Wire to the horizontal HEIGHT A and
tape it to prevent movement. Repeat the process
for the B HEIGHT at the rear edge of the
Template Board and tape it in place.
m) Tape the front and rear ends of the Wire and
then trace the contour of the Wire on to the
Template Board (Figure 23).
Figure 21
Figure 22
Tracing the Contour
Baseline 1/2"
Template Cut to Shape and Marked
n) Remove the wire and cut the contour out of the
Template Board (Figure 24).
NOTE: Before tracing the Template contour directly on
the Universal Deck Adapter, it is best to try fitting
the cut Template to your Mower Deck to note any
problems. This will reveal minor fit problems,
particularly in the area near the bottom of the
Discharge Chute where flanges and other
transitions occur. Cut and tape to modify the
template as needed to accept these subtle contour
changes. Apply the adjusted template to the
Universal Deck Adapter (Figure 25) and trace the
final contour.
Figure 23
Tracing the Template Wire
Template Board
Figure 24
Universal Deck Adapter
Figure 25
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Figure 26
Figure 27
Completed Template Contours on Deck Adapter
Figure 28
3. Make the horizontal (bottom) Template.
a) Using the vertical Reference Lines (Figure 17 on page 12),
place the Template Board beneath the Discharge Chute
with the leading edge aligned to the Reference Lines
(Figure 26) and centered right to left.
b) Clamp the Template Board in place and trace the outer
edge of the Discharge Chute on to the Template Board
(Figure 26).
c) Cut the outline from the Template Board. Center the
Template Board to match the Discharge Opening that
you traced on the side, tape it in place, and trace the
contour (Figure 27) on to the Universal Deck Adapter.
Your finished markings should look similar to those in
(Figure 28). Note how the two (2) patterns match at the
common edge.
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4. Cut the Universal Deck Adapter.
a) Drill a Pilot Hole (Figure 29) near the Contour Line.
b) Insert the Blade of the Jig Saw and carefully cut
along the contours until the piece is free from the
Universal Deck Adapter (Figure 30). Clean the
burrs from the cut line.
c) The corners of the Universal Deck Adapter opening
where the side and bottom contours meet may
require minor adjustments for a final fit. Hold the
Universal Deck Adapter in place on your Mower
Deck and note any problem areas. Using the
marker, draw Reference Lines at the front and back
for revision. Remove the unwanted material using
the Saw or a File. It is best to cut in small amounts
and repeat to achieve the fit.
5. Modify the Hinge Plate.
Hole for inserting
Saw Blade
Figure 29
Cut Shape removed from Adapter
Figure 30
Because of the variations in Mower Decks designs, modifications may be required to the hinge installation to
achieve proper alignment between the Universal Deck Adapter hardware and your Mower Deck hardware.
Note the two (2) examples shown in (Figure 31).
Large Distance
Small Distance
View from the Front
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Figure 31
Large Distance
s
1. Internal Mount
a) Slot the Universal Deck Adapter (Figure 32) to receive the Hinge Plate Arms. You can do this by
drilling 1/4” holes at the top and bottom of the slot locations and inserting the Saw Blade into the hole
to remove the remaining material or cutting directly from the edge of the contour.
b) Shims (Figure 32), made by tracing the outline and hole locations of the Bracket Plates or Mower Deck
Hardware onto a piece of material that was cut out of the Universal Deck Adapter, are then placed
beneath the hardware to bring it to level.
c) The Universal Deck Adapter Hinge with appropriate shimming, is inserted into the slots and then
bolted to the under side of the Universal Deck Adapter (Figure 32) with the Backing Plate mounted
externally.
Bracket Plate
Deck Material for Shims
Cut Slots
Shim
Figure 32
2. External Mount
You can also mount the Universal Deck Adapter Hinge Plate on top of the Universal Deck Adapter
(Figure 33).
Bracket Plate
Figure 33
Small Distance
We suggest shimming your Mower Deck Hardware as in the External Mounting above. Figure 34
shows sectional views of various hardware installations and typical shimming to achieve common
heights.
Deck Adapter
Bracket
Mowing Deck
Mounting Bracket
Shims
Bracket Plate
Bracket Plate
Shims
Figure 34
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6. Hinge Assembly
The Hinge hardware supplied with your Universal Deck Adapter accommodates a variety of hinge widths as
supplied by various manufacturers. Proper assembly is important. During use, the assembled hinge will
look as shown in (Figure 35). The force of the forward movement of the tractor holds the Mower Deck
Mounting Bracket toward the front of the assembly while in motion.
Push Nut Push Nut
Mower Deck
Mounting Bracket
Front
Figure 35
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7. Install the Lawn Deck Hose Adapter.
A
a) Slip the supplied Hose Adapter over the cut end of your Lawn Deck Adapter, until they make contact.
b) Position the assembly beside your Tractor and rotate the Hose Adapter so that the Hose Latches will
be located with one on top and one on the bottom of the Adapter (Figure 36).
c) Drill a 3/8" hole through the Hose Adapter and Lawn Deck Adapter Exit Tube at a predrilled hole in the
Hose Adapter (Figure 36) and secure the Adapter in place with a 5/16" Bolt, Nut and Washer by
inserting the Bolt through the drilled hole from the inside the Adapter tube.
NOTE: Attach the Washer and Nut on the outside of the Adapter tube, thus preventing debris from collecting on the
retaining hardware (Figure 36).
d) Repeat Step e) two (2) more times as shown, around the Hose Adapter (Figure 36).
NOTE: There are two (2) holes provided in the Hose Adapter as guides. For ease of assembly, drill the third hole on
top of the Hose Adapter.
e) Tighten the Nuts with a 1/2" Wrench or Socket. Be careful not to over tighten and damage the Hose
Adapter.
f) Re-install the Lawn Deck Adapter.
Hose Latches
Hose
dapter
Far Side
Drill here through Pre-Drilled
Hose Adapter Holes
Figure 36
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CHAPTER 4
PARTS LISTS AND SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS
Parts List - Hand Vacuum Hose Assembly (Kit No. 18789)
NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through Country Home Products.
Ref# Part# Description
01 188991 Nozzle
02 188741 Hose, Vacuum, 14 FT.
03 186961 Clamp, Hose, 6"
04 187421 Handle
05 150471 Grip, 1"
06 111581 Bolt, HCS, 5/16"-18 x 1"
07 112411 Washer, Flat, 5/16" USS
08 110761 Nut, Nylon Lock, 5/16"-18
09 109161 Bolt, Eye, 5/16"-18 x 3"
10 110691 Nut, 5/16"-18, ZP, GR2
11 127971 Tie, Cable, 15"
12 186761 Coupling
13 189441 Keeper, Draw Latch, 4"
14 189291 Rivet, Blind, Alum., 3/16" Dia. x .312"
15 164141 Rivet, Blind, Alum., 3/16" Dia. x .1875"
16 187001 Handle, Vacuum
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Schematic Diagram - Hand Vacuum Hose Assembly
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Parts List - Bagging Accessory (Kit # 18796 Commercial, # 18795 Premier Model)
NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through Country Home Products.
Ref# Part# Description
01 187851 Spacer, Bagger, Side, R/L
02 187841 Spacer, Bagger, Tube, F/R
03 187661 Holders, Leaf Bag
Schematic Diagram - Bagging Accessory
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Parts List - Mulch-Discharge Hose (Kit No. 18791)
NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through Country Home Products.
Ref# Part# Description
01 186741 Hose, Discharge, 17 FT
02 186771 Adapter, Male/Female, 6"
191951 Coupling, Hose, Male, 6"
03 186731 Latch, Draw
04 186961 Clamp, Hose, 6"
05 189291 Rivet, Blind, Alum., 3/16" Dia. x .312"
06 164141 Rivet, Blind, Alum., 3/16" Dia. x .1875"
Schematic Diagram - Mulch-Discharge Hose
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Parts List - Universal Lawn Deck Adapter (Kit No. 18794)
NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through Country Home Products.
Ref# Part# Description
01 187271 Bracket, Mounting, Discharge
02 187301 Pin, Hinge, Mounting Bracket
03 187291 Base, Mounting Bracket
04 157321 Nut, 5/16", Push
05 192651 Adapter, Universal Deck
07 109131 Bolt, Carriage, 5/16"-18 x 1-1/2"
08 110761 Nut, Nylon Lock, 5/16"-18
09 186781 Adapter, Hose, 6-7", Male, R/C
10 189441 Keeper, Draw Latch, 4"
11 114781 Screw, Pan Head, 10-24 x 5/8"
12 118731 Nut, Nylon Lock, 10-24
16 111581 Bolt, 5/16"-18 x 1" HCS
17 112411 Washer, Flat, 5/16" USS
213531 Wire, Template Forming (not shown)
NOTE: An additional Mounting Discharge Bracket (187271), two (2) Bolts (109131), and two (2) Nylon
Lock Nuts (110761) have been included for your convenience in installing the Universal Deck
Adapter to your mower.
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Schematic Diagram - Universal Lawn Deck Adapter
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Notes
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Notes
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Daily Checklist for the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM
To help maintain your DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM for optimum performance, we recommend you
follow this checklist each time you use your machine.
[ ] OIL: With the machine on a level surface, remove the oil fill cap and check the oil level.
Fill the reservoir according to the dipstick with SAE 30 HD motor oil. See page 25 of the
Safety
&
Operating Instructions
[ ] GAS: Fill the gas tank with fresh, unleaded gasoline.
[ ] ENGINE: It is very important to keep the engine clean. Remove dirt and other debris from the
engine cooling fins and debris guard. A dirty engine retains heat and can cause damage
to internal engine components.
[ ] HARDWARE: Check all nuts and bolts to be sure that the components are secure.
[ ] FRAME: Check all welds to be sure that the frame is in tact and secure.
[ ] BLOWER HOSES: Inspect the blower hoses for holes, frayed, worn, kinked, or abraded areas.
Replace any damaged or worn hoses.
for your DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM.
COUNTRY HOME PRODUCTS, Inc.
MEIGS ROAD, P.O. BOX 25, VERGENNES, VERMONT 05491
1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) • www.dr-owner.com ©2006 CHP, Inc. 189651D
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