DR Walk-Behind 11.50 fpt User Manual

D

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LEAF and LAWN VACUUM

Self Propelled Model

SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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

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Fax: [phone]
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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: General Safety Rules............................................................................................................................................................ 3

Chapter 2: Setting Up The DR

Chapter 3: Operating The DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM.................................................................................................................. 13

Chapter 4: Maintaining The DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM............................................................................................................... 18

Chapter 5: Vacuum Kit #284221........................................................................................................................................................... 20

Chapter 6: Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................................................................. 22

Chapter 7: Parts Lists, Schematic Diagrams And Warranty ................................................................................................................ 24

Conventions used in this manual

This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

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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 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 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 LEAF and LAWN VACUUM as you set up and before you operate the unit. Replace damaged or missing safety
and information labels immediately.

282971

Label included with Collection Bag #284681

#241801

282961

282951

127811

285651

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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. Use proper clothing and safety
gear when operating this machine to prevent or minimize the risk of severe injury. 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 operating this machine:

 Always wear protective goggles or safety glasses with side shields while operating this vacuum system to protect your eyes

from possible foreign objects thrown from the machine.

 Wear shoes with non-slip treads when using your DR walk-behind leaf & lawn vacuum. 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 can catch on the machine’s moving parts.
 We recommend wearing gloves while using your DR walk-behind leaf & lawn vacuum. Be sure your gloves fit properly and do

not have loose cuffs or drawstrings.

 Always wear gloves when emptying the debris bag.
 After vacuuming glass, bottles or cans, dispose of this waste properly, never in a compost pile.
 We recommend changing the debris bag after vacuuming glass and other debris and before using the system to vacuum

material that may be used for compost or mulch.

 Wear long pants while operating the machine.
 Use ear protectors or ear plugs rated for at least 20 dba to protect your hearing.
 Never allow people who are unfamiliar with these instructions to use the vacuum. Allow only responsible individuals who are

familiar with these rules of safe operation to use your machine.

 Never place your hands, feet, or any part of your body near or under any moving part while the machine is running.
 Keep bystanders away from your work area at all times. To be safe, do not operate the machine near small children or pets,

and never allow children to operate the vacuum. Stop the engine when another person or pet approaches.

 Never use the machine with the debris bag removed.
 Never operate the engine with the air cleaner or cover over the carburetor air-intake removed, except for adjustment. Removal

of such parts could create a fire hazard. Do not use flammable solutions to clean air filter.

 The muffler and engine become very hot and can cause a severe burn; do not touch.
 Clear the work area of objects such as rock, string-like material, wire, rope, or rags. Ingesting these objects into the vacuum

could damage the machine and/or cause injury.

 Never, under any conditions, remove, bend, cut, fit, weld, or otherwise alter standard parts on the DR walk-behind leaf & lawn

vacuum. This includes all shields and guards. Modifications to your machine could cause personal injuries and property
damage and will void your warranty.

Safety for Children and Pets

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and
the vacuuming activity. Never

 Keep children out of the work area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult.
 Be alert and always turn off the DR walk-behind leaf & lawn vacuum engine if children enter the work area.
 Before, and while moving backwards, look behind, and down for small children.
 Never allow children to operate the vacuum.
 Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure your vision.

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assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

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. Do not handle gasoline if you or

anyone nearby is smoking, or if you are 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 and empty the debris bag before storing the DR walk-behind leaf & lawn vacuum in any

enclosure. Remember, decomposing material generates heat and could 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.

 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 check for an ignition spark with the spark plug or spark plug wire removed. Use an approved spark tester.
 Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
 Never change the engine governor settings or modify the engine speed. Modifications will void your warranty.
 To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine and muffler area free of debris build-up such as leaves, grass, oil, grease, or any other

combustible material. Clean the engine area after each use.

 Never operate the engine without the muffler. Inspect the muffler periodically and replace if necessary. If equipped with a

muffler deflector, inspect the deflector periodically and replace if necessary.

 Never operate the engine with the air cleaner or the cover over the carburetor air-intake removed, except for adjustment.

Removal of such parts could create a fire hazard.

 Always check fuel lines and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks, replace if necessary.

Safety on Slopes

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 vacuum it. Always take the following precautions when using this machine on slopes:

Always:

 Vacuum across the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
 Remove objects such as stones, wire, rope, or rags.
 Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps in the landscape.

Never:

 Never vacuum near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments; you could lose your footing or balance.
 Never vacuum on slopes greater than 20 degrees, or any excessively steep slopes.
 Never vacuum on wet, or slippery slopes; reduced traction could result in slipping.
 Never park the vacuum on a steep grade or slope.

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General Safety

Operating this vacuum safely is necessary to prevent or minimize the risk of death or serious injury. Unsafe operation can create a
number of hazards for you. Always take the following precautions when operating this vacuum:

 Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people, their property, and

themselves.

 Your DR walk-behind leaf & lawn vacuum is a powerful tool, not a plaything. Exercise extreme caution at all times. The

design of this machine is to vacuum debris. Do not use it for any other purpose.

 Know how to stop the vacuum quickly.
 Never allow people or pets to ride on the DR walk-behind leaf & lawn vacuum.
 Never start the engine without the debris bag attached firmly to the discharge tube.
 Never attempt to remove the debris bag while the DR walk-behind leaf & lawn vacuum engine is running. Debris may exit at

high velocity out of the openings created in the seams as you unlatch the debris bag.

 Empty the debris bag after each use to prevent spontaneous combustion due to decaying material.
 Do not vacuum in sandy areas where you will vacuum large quantities of sand.
 Never operate the vacuum near hot or burning debris or any toxic or explosive materials.
 If the machine should start making an unusual noise or vibration, stop the engine and wait five (5) minutes to cool. Vibration

is generally a warning of trouble. Disconnect the spark plug wire and inspect for clogging, damaged, or worn impeller, loose
impeller bolt, loose impeller key, or loose engine mounting bolts. Clean and repair and/or replace damaged parts.

 Always shut off the DR walk-behind leaf & lawn vacuum engine, wait five (5) minutes to cool, and disconnect the spark plug

wire before attempting to clear any obstructions.

 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.

 Use the DR walk-behind leaf & lawn vacuum only in daylight.
 While using the vacuum, do not 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 leave the machine unattended with the engine running.
 Do not operate the machine when under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
 See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories. Only use accessories approved by DR

Power Equipment.

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.

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.

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. 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

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

Shift Rod

Collection Bag

Upper Handle
Assembly

Wheel Drive
Bail

Quick Disconnect
Latches

Discharge Tube

Chipper
Housing

Safety Switch

Chipper Tube

Height Adjuster
Lever

Pneumatic Rear
Wheels

Figure 1

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Vacuum Snout

Specifications

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LLV Mac

e (not shown)

Bag Hanger Frame, Upper

3

Upper Handle Assembly

4 Bag Hanger Frame

, Lower

5

Vacuum Snout

6 Discharge Tube

7 S

od

8 Poly Bag

9 Collection Bag

#

Owner’s Manua

Engine Manua

3

Warranty Card

Safety Glasses

5

Hardware

Bag 6 Safety Key

(Electric start only)

6

6

Manual Start Electric Start
Engine
Impeller Drive Method
Impeller Speed
Chipper Knife Material
Chipping Capacity
Height Adjustment Range
Collection Bag Volume
Gears
Overall Length
Overall Height
Width
Machine ship Weight

See Engine Owners Manual See Engine Owners Manual
Direct Drive Direct Drive
145 MPH 145 MPH
Hardened Tool Steel Hardened Tool Steel
2" 2"
5/8" to 4" 5/8" to 4"
4 bushel 4 bushel
3 forward, 1 reverse 3 forward, 1 reverse
67" 67"
43" 43"

25.5" 25.5"
210 Lbs 231 Lbs

Unpacking the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM

9

7

2

Tools Needed:

3

 Utility Knife

1. Cut open the top of the Box with a Utility Knife and remove all loose parts

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and the Poly Bag.

NOTE: Some parts may be under the machine or in between the Box dividers.

Figure 2

2

3

Figure 3

Shipping Box Contents

4

4

ITEM

DESCRIPTION

1

(Figure 2 and Table Below)

hin

2

5

hift R

1

4

Poly Bag Contents (Figure 3 and Table Below)

ITEM

1
2

DESCRIPTION

l

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5

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Hardware Bag Contents (Figure 4 and Table Below)

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#

QTY

Nut, Nylon Lock, 1/

0

28470

Bolt, Hhcs, 1/

14965

Washer, Fender, 5/16

16779

Bolt, Hhcs, 5/16

5

14605

Bolt, Hhcs, 5/16

6

Locknut, W

, 5/16

8

7

Nut, Nylon Lock, 5/16

8

8

14945

Hook, Bag Hanger

3 9

1548

Eyebolt, 5/16

0

285641 Knob, Hand, 5/16

8

14586

Cotter

Sp

g

155

Screw, Self

apping, 10

155

Lock Washer, Split, 5/16

14515

Flat Washer, 5/16

5

15480

Flat Washer, 1/

6

285631

Carabiner

5 6 7 9

10

14 15 17 16

PART

ITEM

1
2
3
4

143401

144181
143131

DESCRIPTION

1
1
1
1

4-20 x 2-1/4"

-18 x 3/4"

-18 x 1"

hiz

4-2

-1

1
1

"

-1

6
4

10

5

10

1

21

-18 x 5"
1
11
12
13
14
1

121
111

1

Pin, Hair

T

1

1
1
17 285651 Label, shift Rod

-1
rin

-32 x 3/8"
"

"

4"

1
4
1
1
4
2
1
2
1

Compare the contents of the Shipping Box, Poly Bag and Hardware Bag with
the “Contents” lists above. If you have any questions please contact us at
www.DRpower.com or call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.

NOTE: Assembly should be done on a clean, level surface.

2

1

Figure 4

LLV
Machine

11

3

12

8

4

13

DO NOT try to lift the machine out of the box, it is very heavy and may cause
severe injury.

2. Use the utility knife to cut down the two corners one end of the Box, and

then roll the machine out (Figure 5).

Assembling the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM

Tools Needed:

 5/16" Wrench
 Two 1/2" Wrenches
 Two 7/16" Wrenches

1. Position the two Lower Bag Hanger Frames onto the cross member of the

Lower Handle and loosely
18 Nylon Locknuts using two 1/2" Wrenches (Figure 6).

2. Position the Upper Bag Hanger Frame onto the two Lower Bag Hanger

Frames with the top holes facing closer to the rear of the machine. Secure
the lower two sets of holes in the Upper Bag Hanger Frame to the Lower
Bag Hanger Frames with four 5/16-18 x 1" Bolts and four 5/16-18 Nylon
Locknuts using two 1/2" Wrenches. Tighten the Hardware you installed in
the previous step.

install with two 5/16-18 x 1" Bolts and two 5/16-

Figure 5

Lower
Bag
Hanger
Frame

Figure 6

Upper Bag
Hanger Frame

Bolts and
Locknuts

Bolts and
Locknuts

Not this
Hole

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r

Lower
Handleba

Bolts and
Locknut

Bolts and
Locknut

Bai

Upper
Handleba

3. Take the Upper Handle Bar Assembly with the Bail on top and slide the flat

ends of the Upper Handle inside the Lower Handle. Secure with four 5/16­18 x 1" Bolts and four 5/16-18 Nylon Locknuts (Figure 7).

4. Locate the Clutch Cable, which is attached to the LLV machine on the right

hand side. Slip the eyelet end on to the front Bail Bar Hook (Figure 8).

5. Install a Wiz nut onto the Eyebolt threads (flange facing out) and slide the

Eyebolt into the lower hole in the right side of the Upper Handlebar.
Position the Clutch Cable Clamp onto the threads of the Eyebolt and screw a
5/16-18 Nylon Locknut on the end of the Eyebolt until about 3 threads come
through the Nut. Tighten the Wiz Nut on the outside of the Handlebar to
secure the Eyebolt and Clutch Cable to the Handle. Do not over tighten
because the Cable Clamp could become damaged.

NOTE: Tension on the Cable is normal, when installed properly the Bail should be
“spring loaded” and will return to the up or disengaged position. Make sure to keep
the opening of the Eyebolt approximately perpendicular to the angle of the Handles.

Figure 7

Upper
Handlebar

Eye Bolt

Figure 8

Eyebolt

Wiz Nut

Bail Bar Hook

Clutch Cable
Eyelet

Nylon Locknut

Clutch Cable
Clamp

6. Slide the shift rod through the eyebolt so that the handle with the rubber grip

is at the top (Figure 9).

7. Insert the lower end of the Shift Rod through the Shift Linkage at the base of

the machine. The Shift Rod is held in place with a Hairspring Cotter Pin,
which gets installed in the hole at the lower end of the Shift Rod behind the
Shift Linkage.

8. Locate the Throttle Control, which is attached to the LLV machine’s Engine

on the left hand side. Install the Throttle Cable to the Handle by inserting a
1/4-20 x 1-3/4" Bolt and 1/4 Washer through the Throttle Control and the
lower hole on the left hand side of the Handlebar (Figure 10). Secure with a
1/4-20 Nylon Locknut.

NOTE: Be careful not to over tighten the Throttle Control Nut. The Bolt also acts
as a pivot point for the Throttle Lever, which must be allowed to pivot freely inside
the plastic housing.

Upper
Handleba

Hairspring
Cotter Pin

Shift Rod

Shift Rod
Handle

Shift Linkage

Figure 9

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Throttle
Contro

Bolt, Washer
and Locknut

Figure 10

9. Locate the two Carabiners, three Bag Hanger Hooks and four 5/16-18 Wiz

s

r

s

s

Nuts included in the Bolt Bag. Mount the two upper Hooks through the
upper holes in the Handlebar Assembly with the Hooks on the inside
(Figure 11). Secure with a Wiz Nut on the outside of the Upper Handlebar.

10. Thread a Wiz Nut onto the one remaining Hook as far as it will go on the

threads so that the flat side of the Nut is facing away from the Hook (See
detail).

11. Insert the Hook into the right side of the Bag Hanger Frame and secure with

a Wiz Nut.

12. Install the two Carabiners onto the Bag Hanger Frame with wider side down

and clip facing the rear of the machine.

13. Place the Plastic Discharge Tube on top of the Housing (Figure 12). Be sure

the discharge opening is directed to the rear of the machine and between
the Handles. Secure the Tube to the front of the Housing with two 5/16”-18
x 5/8" Bolts, Lock Washers and Fender Washers.

14. Secure the Tube and two Safety Wire Harness Cable Clamps to the rear of

the Housing with two 5/16”-18 x 5/8" Bolts, Lock Washers and Flat Washers
(not fender washers) (Figure 13).

15. Connect the Safety Harness onto the Terminals of the Bag Safety Switch

(Figure 14) and secure the Cable Clamp to the hole in the side of the Plastic
Discharge Tube with the Self Tapping Screw using a 5/16" Wrench.

16. Place the Vacuum Snout onto the front of the Housing (Figure 15) so the

studs are located in the right hand side of the lower slots (Detail A). Slide
the Snout to the right and down so the Plunger Bracket on the Snout
pushes the Safety Switch in (Detail B). Install four 5/16-18 Hand Knobs
with Fender Washers onto the studs to secure the Vacuum Snout.

Figure 11

Bolt, Lock
Washer and
Fender
Washe

Bag Hanger Hook
with Wiz nut

Upper
Handlebar

Carabiner

Bag Hanger
Hook with
Two Wiz nut

Plastic
Discharge
Tube

Hand
Knobs

Figure 15

Plastic
Discharge
Tube

Safety Switch
Terminal

Figure 14

Safety Switch
Harnes

Vacuum
Snout

Cable
Clamp

Plunger
Bracket

Safety
Switch

Screw

Detail A

Detail B

Housing

Figure 12

Plastic Discharge Tube

Safety Switch
Harness

Figure 13

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Bolt, Lock
Washer and
Flat Washer

Cable
Clamps

Figure 16

Bag Inlet
Neck

Rear Bag
Hanger Straps

Front Bag
Hanger Straps

Plastic
Discharge Tube

17. Locate the two Bag Hanger Straps on the rear (zipper end) of the Bag.

Attach the two Straps to the Hooks near the top of the Handlebar (Figure

16).

18. Locate the three Bag Hanger Straps on the front of the Bag and hang them

on the Hook on the right side and to the two Carabines at left and center of
the Bag Hanger Frame.

19. Slip the Bag Inlet Neck over the Discharge Tube (Figure 17).

20. Hook the bottom two Latch Hooks over the Metal Ring in the Bag Inlet and

latch them (Figure 18).

21. Hook the top Latch over the Metal Ring in the Bag Inlet and close the Latch.

22. Pull the Gear Shift Rod all the way towards you to lock it into the "Reverse"

position (Figure 19).

23. Install the Shift Position Label onto the Rod with the "R" centered inside the

Eyebolt and the "3" closest to the Rubber Handle at the top end of the Rod.

Before starting engine, always check oil level. Refer to the following section

Figure 17

Plastic Discharge
Tube

Figure 18

Shift Label

“R” Centered in
eye Bolt

Figure 19

Bag
Latch

Shift
Lever

Bag Latches

Bag
Inlet
Neck

Adding the Engine Oil and Gasoline

You must add oil before starting the engine. This machine is shipped without
oil. Traces of oil may be in the reservoir from factory testing, but you must
add oil before starting the engine. Fill the reservoir slowly, checking the level
frequently to avoid overfilling.

To Add Engine Oil

1. Remove the yellow oil fill cap from either side of the engine fill the engine

with oil until the oil level is about a 1/4 inch below the top of the yellow oil
fill cap opening.

NOTE: Add oil slowly and wait several minutes for oil to settle before rechecking oil
level.

2. Replace and tighten the oil fill cap.

Note: the transmission has been factory serviced with “00” grease. No additional
lubrication is necessary or recommended.

To Add Gasoline

1. Remove the cap from the fuel tank. Insert a clean funnel into the fuel tank.

2. Fill the fuel tank with fresh, clean unleaded regular automotive gasoline.

3. Fill the fuel tank to 1 inch below the bottom of the filler neck to provide

space for any fuel expansion.

4. Reinstall the fuel fill cap securely and wipe up any spilled gasoline.

Your machine is now ready to use.

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Chapter 3: Operating The DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM

It may be helpful to better familiarize yourself with the features of your DR LEAF
and LAWN VACUUM by reviewing Figure 1 in Chapter 2 before beginning the
steps outlined in this chapter. Always refer to the Engine manual for more
specific Engine information.

Starting the Engine (manual Start)

1. Make sure the Shift Rod is in the N (Neutral) position.

2. Move the Choke Control Lever to the choke position (leave in the run

position if the engine is already warm) (Figure 20A).

3. Move the throttle control to “FULL SPEED” (rabbit) position (Figure 21).

4. Turn the On/Off Switch to the ON position

5. Slowly pull the Starter Cord until you feel resistance, then pull quickly. The

Cord will recoil back into position (Figure 20A).

6. As the engine warms up, slowly adjust the Choke to the right towards the

run position. Wait until the engine runs smoothly before each Choke
adjustment.

Starting the Engine (Electric Start)

1. Make sure the Shift Rod is in the N (Neutral) position (Figure 21).

2. Move the Choke Control Lever to the choke position (leave in the run

position if the engine is already warm) (Figure 20B).

3. Move throttle control to “FULL SPEED” (rabbit) position (Figure 21).

Choke

Starter Pull Handle

Figure 20A

Choke

Fuel Shut Off

On/Off
Switch

Fuel Shut Off

Starter
Switch

Safety
Key

4. Insert the Safety Key into the slot under the Starter Switch (Figure 20B).

NOTE: The Engine will not start or run with the Safety Key removed.

Starter Pull Handle

Figure 20B

5. Press the Starter Switch fully to the right (start) until the Engine starts and

let go of the Switch. The Switch will return to the center (run) position.

6. As the engine warms up, slowly adjust the Choke to the right towards the

run position. Wait until the engine runs smoothly before each Choke
adjustment.

Shift
Rod

Wheel Drive Bail

Throttle Control

Stopping the Engine (manual Start)

7. Slowly move the Throttle Control Lever to the “IDLE” position (Figure 21).

8. Turn the On/Off Switch to the OFF position (Figure 20A).

Stopping the Engine (Electric Start)

Figure 21

1. Slowly move the Throttle Control Lever to the “IDLE” position (Figure 21).

2. Turn the Switch to the OFF position (Figure 20B).

Operating The Drive System

There are three controls, the Shift Rod, Throttle Control, and the Wheel Drive Bail, that are used to engage and disengage the
powered wheels (Figure 21). Familiarize yourself with these controls before you start the engine.

 The Shift Rod is used to select one of the following transmission settings: R (Reverse), N (Neutral), and 1,2,3.
 The number settings represent forward speeds ranging from “1” (.7 MPH), “2” (1.0 MPH), “3” (2.4 MPH).

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 Shift to N (Neutral) before starting the engine and whenever the machine is stopped.
 Shift to R (Reverse) to move the machine in a reverse direction (.8 MPH).
 Shift to N (Neutral) to move the machine when the engine is not running (free wheeling).
 1st gear is the slowest speed and is used when vacuuming in difficult conditions such as heavy leaf drop, damp leaves.
 2nd gear is a medium speed and used for average conditions. This is the gear you should use most of the time.
 3rd gear is used for transporting the machine to and from your work site.

Wheel Drive Bail

The Wheel Drive Bail is used to engage and disengage the wheels when the Gear Shift Lever is in a forward or reverse gear.

1. Squeeze and hold the bail against the handlebar to ENGAGE the wheels.

2. Release the bail to DISENGAGE the wheels. The engine will continue to run, but the forward and reverse motion will stop.

How To Use The Gear Shift Rod

1. Release or let go of the Wheel Drive Bail.

2. Wait for wheels to stop moving. NEVER shift gears while the wheels are moving as damage to the transmission may result.

3. Shift the Gear Shift Rod by pushing or pulling to the desired setting.

Throttle Control

When vacuuming and shredding, the Throttle Control should be set at full throttle or the fast position. For starting and stopping
the engine refer to the start/stop engine sections.

Wheel Drive Operating Tips

 Operate the machine in a large, level, open area until you are familiar with the unit’s operation. Begin with 1st gear and

gradually work up to 3rd gear.

 To avoid damaging the transmission, always release the WHEEL DRIVE BAIL and wait for the wheels to stop before shifting

gears.

 Forward momentum may cause the machine to gradually coast to a stop after the WHEEL DRIVE BAIL is released.
 Engage the WHEEL DRIVE BAIL slowly when starting off in 3rd gear. The machine may hesitate briefly before the wheels begin

turning.

 To make a turn, first raise the front wheels slightly off the ground by pushing down on the handle bar. Then, steer the machine

to turn. The rear wheel on the inside of the turn will rotate more slowly while the outside rear wheel powers the machine
through the turn.

 Shift to the 1st gear if the wheels lose traction when going up a slope (always avoid excessively steep slopes). Before shifting,

turn the machine sideways on the slope to prevent rolling of the machine.

 Never go up or down a slope at an angle as the machine may become unstable and tip over. If the machine does tip

immediately shut down the engine and move the machine to stable ground. Check for damage and any spilled fluid.

 Never force the shift bar as damage may result. If shifting is difficult, it may be necessary to manually move the machine a few

inches forward or backward while trying to move the shift bar.

Installing Or Emptying The Collection Bag

Use the bag at all times - failure to do this could cause serious injury.

 Empty the bag as soon as it is full (check by feeling sides of bag). Overfilling the bag will cause the vacuuming performance to

decrease or stop completely and could lead to clogging of the discharge tube, snout, or both.

 Empty the bag completely BEFORE storing the machine to prevent premature deterioration of the bag caused from rotting

debris and the possibility of a fire occurring as a result of heat generated by decomposing debris.

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 Keep the bag clean by occasionally washing it by hand with mild soap and water. A clean bag improves air flow and results in

better vacuuming performance. Do not wash the bag in an automatic washer. Do not use a cleaner which contains bleach.
Allow the bag to dry thoroughly before storing.

Installation Of The Bag

1. Locate the two bag hanger straps on the rear (zipper end) of the bag. Attach the two straps to the hooks near the top of the

handlebar.

2. Locate the three bag hanger straps on the front of the bag and hang them on the hook and two Carabiners on the front frame.

3. Slip the neck over the discharge tube.

4. Hook the bottom two Latches over the Metal Ring in the Bag Inlet but do not close the Latches at this time.

5. Hook the top Latch over the Metal Ring in the Bag Inlet and close the Latch. Close the bottom two Latches.

Emptying The Bag

1. Shut off the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a

complete stop.

2. Leave the bag in position between the handles. Unzip the back flap and let the debris fall out. You may have to scoop out the

remaining debris with a stick.

Clearing The Machine Of Debris, Clogs Or Jams

A clog or jam in the machine can cause the vacuuming and shredding operations to decrease or even stop completely. If clogging
occurs, take the following steps:

1. STOP THE ENGINE IMMEDIATELY and disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. Wait for all moving parts to

come to a complete stop.

2. Check (and clean, if necessary) the following areas in this order:

 Check that the collection bag is not overfilled. Remove and empty it.
 While the bag is removed, check the discharge chute and determine if it is

clogged. Use a stick to clear this chute.

 Next check the vacuum snout. Remove the vacuum snout by removing four

Hand Knobs. If clogged or jammed, use a stick to remove debris.

 While the vacuum snout is removed, you can see if the shredding chamber is

clogged. If clogged, remove the debris with a stick.

 Check the chipper chute for debris.

Adjusting The Vacuum Snout Height

1. The height of the vacuum snout can be adjusted to allow you to vary the

suction to meet the surface conditions. For short turf with light leaf fall, it
can be lowered to 1-1/4" off the surface. For long turf and heavy leaf fall, it
should be raised to the upper setting about 2 3/4 inches.

Figure 22

2. For moving the machine long distances, you will avoid damage to the snout

by raising it to the highest setting.

3. To raise the snout: Grasp the height adjuster handle, apply pressure away from the adjuster plate and BACK towards the

operators position (Figure 22).

4. To lower the snout: Grasp the height adjuster handle, apply pressure away from the adjuster plate and FORWARD away from

the operator’s position.

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Operating Safety

 The operation of any LEAF and LAWN VACUUM can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in

severe eye damage. Always wear the safety glasses provided with the LEAF and LAWN VACUUM or eye shields before
chipping or while performing any adjustments or repairs.

 Only operate your LEAF and LAWN VACUUM from the rear or from the chipper side. If it is necessary for any reason to

inspect or repair any part of the machine where a moving part can come in contact with your body or clothing, stop the
engine, allow it to cool, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and move it away from the spark plug before
attempting any inspection or repairs.

Using The Chipper

 When using the chipper, you can feed branches (up to 2" thick) into the

chipper chute for processing by the chipper blade.

 Be sure that the collection bag is empty and in place before chipping.
 Wear safety goggles, gloves, and hearing protection when chipping.
 Start the engine on level ground. Leave the GEAR SHIFT LEVER in N

(Neutral).

 To feed materials into the chipper tube, stand a foot or two away from either

side of the chipper chute. Do not stand near the hot engine exhaust or
muffler (Figure 23).

 Use common sense when using the chipper. Learn to recognize the change

in sound when the engine is overloading. Pull back on whatever you are
chipping if overloading should occur.

 Green or dry branches chip easily and soft wood will chip easier than hard

wood. Branches are fed into the chipper chute for chipping. . . one at a time
if they are thicker then 1"; several smaller diameter twigs can go together.
Since the throat opening is 4 inches wide, some side shoots or side branches

Figure 23

 When chipping branches occasionally a “tail” will be left at the end of the branch (usually green wood), which increases in

length as you chip and eventually wraps around the shaft. To avoid this, slowly turn the branch as you feed it into the chipper
tube. This will also improve the chipping performance.

 When chipping, frequently empty the bag because of the weight of the accumulative chips.

may have to be trimmed from the main stalk before chipping. Short stubs of
branches may be pushed through the chipper section with the next branch.
NEVER ALLOW YOUR HANDS TO ENTER THE CHIPPER TUBE. If
necessary, push the material further down with a long stick or branch. Be
safe, keep your hands away from the chipping blade.

Using The Vacuum

 Before leaves drop, mow your lawn to the shortest recommended height. Your LLV will vacuum better on short grass.
 A vacuum is designed to be used frequently during periods when leaves are dropping. Do not let leaves get 4” or more deep.

The drier the leaves the better.

 The thicker the leaf layer the slower you should proceed. If leaves are wet or matted down use 1

fluff up leaves before using the vac. If snout clogs try a slower speed.

 Snout height is critical. The snout should ride above the leaf layer to allow proper vacuuming… closer is not always better. The

snout flap should scrape the top of the grass.

 You should avoid vacuuming twigs and branches into the snout. This will cause clogging. Process them through the chipper

tube.

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gear, it may be necessary to

 Avoid overfilling the vacuum snout. This will cause clogging. Wet and soggy material will also cause clogging. A steady,

smaller flow of materials provides the most effective results.

 The bag should not be removed for emptying, simply unzip and dump leaves out. If you wish to move or bag leaves, dump onto

a tarp.

 Avoid clogging when vacuuming loose, stringy material such as hay or pine straw, by picking up a small amount at a time.

Check and empty the collection bag frequently.

 Use care when vacuuming near plantings, ornamentals, mulches, especially stone and gravel.

If the machine clogs or jams, immediately shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, and
disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug before machine inspection.

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Chapter 4: Maintaining The DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM

P

Regular maintenance is the way to ensure the best performance and long life of your machine. Please refer to this manual and the
engine manufacturer's owner's manual for maintenance procedures. Service intervals listed in the checklist below supersede
those listed in the engine manufacturer's owner's manual.

Before performing any maintenance procedure, shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, and
disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug.

Regular Maintenance Checklist

ROCEDURE BEFORE EACH USE

Check Engine Oil Level
Check Fuel Level
Check General Equipment Condition
Check Tire Pressure

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



EVERY 25 HOURS EVERY 50 HOURS

Clean Air Filter
Clean Engine Exterior & Cooling Fins
Change Engine Oil 1st time 5 hours
Replace Spark Plug
Replace Air Filter

Discharge Tube

Changing Engine Oil

Check engine oil level regularly - WHILE THE UNIT IS IN A LEVEL POSITION.
Check the oil before each usage. Stop engine and wait several minutes before

Discharge
Tube
Hardware

Vacuum
Snout Hand

Knobs

checking oil level. With engine level, the oil must be about a 1/4 inch below the
top of the yellow oil fill cap opening. Change oil after the first five hours of
operation and every 25 hours thereafter. Refer to the engine manual enclosed
with this unit for additional information on your engine.

Replacing the Chipper Blade

Tools and Supplies Needed:








Figure 24

 Two 1/2" Wrenches
 3/16" Allen Wrench

Bolt and Wiznut
(10 Places)

Bolt and
Spacer
(2 Places)

Figure 25

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Safety
Switch
Bracket

Outer
Housing

1. Remove the four Hand Knobs that secure the Vacuum Snout and remove

the Snout (Figure 24).

2. Remove the Bolts, Lock Washers and Flat Washers that secure the Discharge

Tube and set the Tube back out of the way.

3. Remove the two Bolts and Spacers from the bottom of the Housing (Figure

25).

4. Remove the ten remaining Bolts and Wiznuts from the Housing.

NOTE: Two of the Bolts and Wiznuts hold the Safety Switch Bracket in place.
Simply move the Bracket to the side with the wires still attached.

5. Remove the two Nuts from the Hopper Studs (Figure 26).

6. Hold the Bolt Head inside the Housing in place with a 1/2" Wrench or

locking Pliers as you remove the Low Profile Locknut (Hopper side) and
Hopper together. The Bolt can be left in the Housing.

7. Rotate the Flywheel so the Knife hardware can be accessed from the oval

cutout you removed the Hopper from.

8. Use a 3/16" Allen Wrench (Hopper side) and a 1/2" Wrench (Flywheel side)

to remove the Knife from the Flywheel.

9. Replace or sharpen knife.

NOTE: Make certain knife is reassembled with the sharp edge toward the slotted

opening in the impeller assembly.

10. Reassemble the machine in the reverse order.

Sharpening the Chipper Blade

Discard a cracked or severely nicked knife because it could break apart and
damage the machine and cause personal injury.

 Over a period of time, the cutting edge on the chipper cutting knife will dull.

The cutting knife must be sharpened or replaced in order to restore
performance.

 Sharpen a chipper knife that is dull or that has only small minor nicks. The

knife is made from tempered tool steel and is extremely hard - do not attempt
to sharpen with a hand file. We recommend that you take the knife to a
professional sharpening service or machine shop for proper sharpening. All
grinding must be done flat and uniform along the edge. Care must be taken
to maintain the same angle on the cutting edge (Figure 27).

 Do not reuse a knife that has been sharpened more than 1/8 inch. The

removal of this material could affect the balance of the rotor assembly. The
rotor assembly will vibrate excessively if it becomes unbalanced.

Hopper
Hopper
Bolt and
Locknut

Flat Head
Screw and
Locknut

Flywheel

Figure 26

Figure 27

Bag Maintenance

Keep the bag clean by occasionally washing it by hand with mild soap and water.
A clean bag improves air flow and results in better vacuuming performance. Do
not wash the bag in an automatic washer. Do not use a cleaner which contains
bleach. Allow the bag to dry thoroughly before storing.

Replacing the Belt

1. The Belt can first be pulled from the larger bottom Pulley and then from the

smaller top Pulley (Figure 28).

NOTE: The Belt Guide will spring away from the top Pulley to allow removal, but

you will need to pull it away a bit for Belt installation. The two Belt Guide
arms bust be on the flat side (outside) of the Belt.

Figure 28

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Small
Top
Pulley

Belt Guide

Belt

Large Bottom
Pulley

Chapter 5: Vacuum Kit #284221

#

Hos

e, 6" Dia. X 8' Long

Snout, Pic

up

4 Poly Bag

5

Cable Tie,

6 Handle

#

Tether, Wire

2

Clamp, Hose, 6

3

Grip, Handle

4

Guide, Cable

5

Screw, Mac

e, Rd

d, 1/

6 Nut, Nylon Lock, 1/

0

6

6

Shut down the engine, remove the spark plug wire and wait 5 minutes for parts to cool before performing before installing the
Vacuum Kit.

5

Figure 29

1

5

4

1

2

Tools Needed:

 5/16" Wrench
 7/16" Wrench
 Short Flat Head Screwdriver
 Wire Cutters

3

 Utility Knife

1. Cut the Tape on the Box Flaps with a Utility Knife.

2. Remove the parts from the Box and lay them out on a flat clean area.

Shipping Box Contents

4

ITEM

DESCRIPTION

1

3

2

Poly Bag Contents (Figure 30 and Table Below)

ITEM

DESCRIPTION

1

(Figure 29 and Table Below)

k-

32"

-1/8"

Figure 30

Vacuum
Snout

Figure 31

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Hand
Knobs

3

hin

H

4-2

4-20 x

Compare the contents of the Shipping Box and Poly with the “Contents” lists
above. If you have any questions please contact us at www.DRpower.com or call
1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.

NOTE: Assembly should be done on a clean, level surface.

3. Unscrew the Hand Knobs and remove the Vacuum Snout from the machine

(Figure 31).

4. Place the Vacuum Adapter onto the front of the Housing

r

(Figure 32) so the studs are located in the right hand
side of the lower slots (Detail A). Slide the Adapter to
the right and down so the Plunger Bracket on the
Adapter pushes the Safety Switch in (Detail B).

5. Install four 5/16-18 Hand Knobs, with the Cable Guide

under the top Knob, onto the studs to secure the
Vacuum Adapter.

Hand
Knobs

Cable
Guide

Vacuum
adapter

Figure 32

Detail A

Safety
Switch

Plunger
Bracket

Detail B

6. Secure one end of the Hose onto the Vacuum Adapter with a Hose Clamp

using a 5/16" Wrench (Figure 33).

7. Secure the other end of the Hose onto the Pick-up Snout with a Hose Clamp

using a 5/16" Wrench.

8. Attach the Handle and the Pick-up Snout loosely together with a Screw

(inside snout) and Locknut at the hole at the end of the Handle. Only tighten
hand tight for now.

9. As you install the next Screw and Locknut, insert the larger loop end of the

Wire Tether between the Handle and Pick-up Snout.

10. Tighten the two Screws (inside snout) and Locknuts using a Short Flat Head

Screwdriver and 7/16" Wrench.

11. Hook the small loop end of the Wire Tether onto the Cable Guide.

12. Install the three Cable Ties to hold the Wire Tether to the Hose and cut the

protruding ends with Wire Cutters.

13. Slide the Grip onto the end of the Handle.

NOTE: The Wire Tether will prevent the Hose from being over extended.

If you have any questions please contact us at www.DRpower.com or call 1-800­DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.

Pick-up
Snout

Figure 33

Hose
Clamp

Cable
Guide

Cable
Tie

Hose

Screws and
Locknuts

Hose
Clamp

Wire
Tethe

Grip

Handle

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Chapter 6: Troubleshooting

Most problems are easy to fix. Consult the Troubleshooting Table below for common problems and their solutions. If you
continue to experience problems, contact us at www.DRpower.com or call toll-free 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for support.

Shut down the engine, remove the spark plug wire and wait 5 minutes for parts to cool before performing any maintenance
procedure or inspection on the Machine.

Troubleshooting Table

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE ; CORRECTIVE ACTION

Engine fails to start

Loss of power, operation
erratic

Engine overheats

Unit does not discharge

Excessive vibration.

Chipper does not chip

Poor chipping
performance

Loss of vacuum

 Fuel tank empty; Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel.
 Spark plug wire disconnected; Connect wire to spark plug.
 Faulty spark plug; Clean, adjust gap or replace the spark plug.
 Spark plug wire loose; Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
 Running on “CHOKE”; Move choke lever to “OFF” position.
 Blocked fuel line or stale fuel; Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
 Water or dirt in fuel system; Disconnect fuel line at carburetor to drain fuel tank.
 Carburetor out of adjustment; contact us at www.DRpower.com or call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-

9637) for assistance.

 Dirty air cleaner; Clean or replace air filter.
 Carburetor not adjusted properly; contact us at www.DRpower.com or call 1-800-DR-OWNER

(376-9637) for assistance.

 Engine oil level low; Fill crankcase with proper oil.
 Internal engine cooling fan not working properly due to debris buildup over engine crank cover;

Clean debris away from engine crank cover for improved air circulation.

 Discharge tube clogged; Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Clean inside

of blower housing. See “MAINTENANCE” section of this manual.

 Foreign object lodged in impeller; Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire.

Remove lodged object.

 Loose parts or damaged impeller assembly; Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug

wire. Tighten all bolts & nuts. Make all necessary repairs. If vibration continues, contact us at
www.DRpower.com or call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.

 Solid object jammed in unit; Check & remove any obstruction.
 Broken or missing chipper blade; Replace blade.
 Broken or missing key in rotor assembly; Replace key.
 Dull chipper blade; Sharpen or replace blade.
 Engine not reaching full RPM; contact us at www.DRpower.com or call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-

9637) for assistance.

 Excessively worn engine shaft bearings; contact us at www.DRpower.com or call 1-800-DR-

OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.

 Loose bolt on rotor assembly; Tighten bolt.
 Loose chipper blade; Tighten mounting hardware.
 Vacuum snout clogged; Remove & clean.
 Collection bag full; Remove & empty bag.
 Discharge tube clogged; Remove collection bag & clean tube.
 Processing chamber clogged; Remove vacuum snout to clean chamber.
 Engine not reaching full RPM; contact us at www.DRpower.com or call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-

9637) for assistance.

 Fan blades bent or broken; Replace rotor.

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Troubleshooting Table (Continued)

Shut down the engine, remove the spark plug wire and wait 5 minutes for parts to cool before performing any maintenance
procedure or inspection on the vacuum.

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE ; CORRECTIVE ACTION

Loss of traction

Gear shift lever does not
shift

Wheels do not stop
when Wheel Drive Bail
Cable is released

Product build-up in
shredding chamber.

 Drive belt loose; Adjust wheel drive bail cable.
 Stretched or broken drive belt; Replace belt.
 Wheel drive bail cable tension spring broken; Reconnect spring or replace cable.
 Malfunction in transaxle; contact us at www.DRpower.com or call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637)

for assistance.

 Loose gear shift lever; Check connections for loose nuts and bolts.
 Broken gear shift linkage; Replace linkage.
 Loose transaxle shifting arm; Tighten screw on shifting arm.
 Wheel Drive Bail Cable tension spring broken, stretched, or disconnected; Reconnect spring or

cable.

 Drive belt mis-aligned; Check that belt is properly aligned on pulleys.
 Wheel Drive Cable out of adjustment; Adjust cable.
 Unit just “creeps”; Shake talcum powder on drive belt.
 Vacuuming too fast; Clean out shredder housing and vacuum at slower speed.

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Chapter 7: Parts Lists, Schematic Diagrams And Warranty

Parts List – MAIN ASSEMBLY

NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment.

Ref# Part# Description

01 (Ref only) Drive Train Assembly(see page 26)
02 284591 Housing Weldment, Engine side
03 284601 Hopper Weldment
04 284611 Shield, Blow Back
05 284621 Mount Strip
06 284581 Rivet, 3/16" x 13/32" lg
07 284631 Bolt, HHCS, 5/16-24 x 2-1/4", GR5, Pltd
08 284641 Complete Impeller Kit (Includes

8A,B,C,D)
08A 284351 Shredder Plate Weldment
08B 284651 Knife, Chipper
08C 140671 Screw, Flat Hd. Soc. Cap, 5/16-18 x 1"
08D 143131 Locknut, Nylon Lock, 5/16-18, Pltd
09 144441 Key, 1/4" x 1/4" x 2"
10 216511 Lock Washer, Med. Split, 3/8", Pltd
11 202721 Bolt, HHCS, 3/8-24 x 2-1/2", GR8, Blk.
12 285891 Housing, Inlet

13 154801 Washer, Flat, 1/4"

14 285661 Grip, Black, 3/8" x 3"
15 285631 Carabiner
16 289031 Snout Assembly, Vacuum Inlet
16A 285951 Snout, Vacuum Inlet
16B 285671 Bracket, Interlock Contact
16C 289041 Flap, Snout
16D 289051 Mount, Flap
17 289021 Discharge Chute Assembly
17A 285691 Adapter, Bag, Top
17B 285701 Adapter, Bag, Bottom
17C 285711 Latch, Draw
17D 285941 Discharge Chute
18 284661 Spacer, Mounting, Lower Housing
19 242490 Bolt, HHCS, 5/16-18 x 5-1/4"
20 149431 Handle Weldment, Side
21 285681 Frame, Bag Hanger, Bottom
22 284671 Handle, Upper
23 289011 Grip, Handle
24 149451 Hook, Bag Hanger
25 149411 Bail Weldment
26 149631 Cable Assembly, Clutch

Ref# Part# Description

27 285911 Rod, Shift
28 215921 Throttle Control
29 285931 Bag Assembly, Collection
29A 285721 Bracket, Bag, Left
29B 285731 Bracket, Bag, Right
29C 284681 Bag, Collection
30 149651 Washer, Fender, 5/16", Pltd
31 145151 Washer Flat, 5/16", USS, Pltd.
32 155111 Lock Washer, Med. Split, 5/16", Pltd.
33 144181 Locknut, Whiz, 5/16-18, Pltd.
34 143131 Locknut, Nylon Lock, 5/16-18, Pltd.
35 149641 Bolt, HHCS, 5/16-18 x 5/8", GR5, Pltd.
36 146051 Bolt, HHCS, 5/16-18 x 1" GR5, Pltd.
37 285691 Frame, Bag Hanger, Top
38 143401 Locknut, Nylon Lock, 1/4-20, Pltd.
39 285791 Knob, Three, Prong
40 154821 Eyebolt, 5/16-18 x 5"
41 167791 Bolt, HHCS, 5/16-18 x 3/4"
42 284701 Bolt, HHCS, 1/4-20 x 2-1/4"
43 162511 Screw, Self Tapping, 5/16-18 x 3/4"
44 285741 Spacer Weldment, Housing
45 285751 Switch, Plunger
46 285761 Spacer, Impeller
47 285771 Bracket, Snout Interlock
48 285781 Wire Harness, Interlock Switch
49 289061 Nut, Nylon Lock, Low Profile, 5/16-18

Labels

242001 Label, Warning, Rotating Knife and

Flywheel
241801 Label, Danger, Read Operators Manual
282951 Label, Traction Drive
282961 Label, Warning, Keep Fingers Away
282971 Label, Caution, Hot Surface
127811 Label, Warning, Add Oil
240531 Label, DR Logo, 4"
285651 Label, Shift Rod

-- Label, Warning, Do Not Unzip (comes

with Collection Bag #284681)

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Parts List – DRIVE TRAIN ASSEMBLY

NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment.

Ref# Part# Description

01 284271 Base Weldment, Engine
02 284281 Side Weldment, Left
03 284291 Side Weldment, Right
04 284301 Engine, B&S, MS
285801 Engine, B&S, ES
285811 Engine, B&S, MS, CA
285821 Engine, B&S, ES, CA
05 284311 Transmission
06 284321 Washer, Shift Lever
07 284331 Arm, Transmission
08 158491 Chain, #40, .5 Pitch x 24” LG
09 285831 Battery (Electric Start Only)
10 285911 Rod, Shift
11 285841 Bracket, Battery (Electric Start Only)
12 143131 Nut, Nylon Lock, 5/16-18
13 149631 Cable Assembly, Clutch
14 145861 Cotter Pin, Hair Spring
15 284341 Differential Assembly
16 289071 Washer, Flat, 1/2", USS
17 284361 Bearing, 2 Hole Flange, 3/4"
18 284371 Spacer, Wheel
19 154971 Wheel, Pneumatic, 4.10/3.50-4
20 284381 Key, Shaft, 3/16" x 3/16" x 1-1/2"
21 205251 E-Ring, 3/4" Dia., Pltd
22 284391 Key, Woodruff, 3/16" x 3/4", #606
23 163931 Pulley, Transmission
24 284401 E-Ring, 5/8" Dia., Pltd
25 203761 Tube, Spacer
26 284411 Arm Weldment, Idler
27 284421 Pulley, Idler
28 184771 E-Ring, 3/8" Dia., Pltd
29 284211 Spring, Torsion
30 149391 Mount, Pivot
31 284431 Frame, Wheel
32 284441 Wheel, 8" x 1.75"
33 154881 Cap, Push Nut
34 284451 Plate, Height Adjuster
35 284461 Lever, Height Adjuster
36 284471 Key, Woodruff, 1/8" x 5/8", #405
37 284481 Pulley, Engine, with set screw

Ref# Part# Description

38 289081 V-Belt, 3H330
39 284491 Guide, Belt
40 167791 Bolt, HHCS, 5/16-18 x 3/4", GR 5, Pltd.
41 146051 Bolt, HHCS, 5/16-18 x 1", GR 5, Pltd.
42 143121 Bolt, HHCS, 5/16-18 x 1-1/4", GR 5, Pltd.
43 289091 Screw, Self-Tapping, 5/16-18 x 3/4"
44 284501 Bolt, HHCS, 5/16-24 x 3/4", GR 5, Pltd
45 143131 Nut, Nylon Lock, 5/16-18, Pltd.
46 289101 Shift Arm Weldment, Long
47 145151 Washer, Flat, 5/16", USS, Pltd.
48 155111 Washer, Lock, Med Split, 5/16", Pltd.
49 284511 Bolt, HHCS, 1/4-28 x 3/4", GR 5, Pltd.
50 178001 Washer, Lock, Med. Split, 1/4", Pltd.
51 154801 Washer, Flat, 1/4", USS, Pltd.
52 217121 Bolt, HHCS, 3/8-16 x 1 3/4", GR 5, Pltd.
53 216511 Washer, Lock, Med. Split, 3/8", Pltd.
54 145161 Washer, Flat, 3/8", Pltd.
55 155121 #10-24 x 1/2" LG Hex Washer Head
56 215921 Control, Throttle
57 284521 Grip, Height Adjuster
58 203211 Mount, Shift
59 203221 Arm, Inner Shift
60 284531 Arm, Linkage
61 284541 Rod End, 1/4-28
62 284551 Nut, Hex, 1/4-28
63 284561 Shim, Rear Axle
64 285851 Hold Down, Bracket (Electric Start Only)
65 285861 Bolt, 5/16-18 x 5"
66 285871 Cable, Battery, Negative (Electric Start

Only)
67 285881 Cable, Battery, Positive (Electric Start

Only)
68 285901 Nut, Nylon Lock, 5/16-18
69 284201 Washer, Lock, 1/2"
70 289111 Bolt, HHCS, 3/8-16 x 2-1/4"
71 289121 Spring
72 154481 Nut, Nylon Lock, 3/8-16
73 289131 Linkage, Height Adjustable
74 289141 Cotter Pin, Hair Spring

-- 284571 Cover, Bottom

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Parts List and Schematic – OPTIONAL VACUUM KIT #284221

NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment.

Ref# Part# Description

01 284711 Adapter, Vacuum
02 144401 Clamp, Hose, 6-1/8"
03 140821 Hose, 6" Dia. X 8' Long
04 145201 Cable Tie, 32"
05 145461 Screw, Machine, Rd Hd, 1/4-20 x 3/4"
06 145271 Snout, Pick-up
07 143401 Nut, Nylon Lock, 1/4-20

Ref# Part# Description

08 145451 Handle
09 144251 Grip, Handle
10 145191 Tether, Wire
11 143061 Guide, Cable
12 285621 Contact, Interlock
13 284581 Rivet, 3/16"

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2-Year Limited Warranty

Terms and Conditions

The DR LEAF AND LAWN VACUUM is warranted for two (2) years against defects in materials or workmanship when
put to ordinary and normal consumer use; ninety (90) days for any other use.

For the purposes of all the above warranties, “ordinary and normal consumer use” refers to non-commercial
residential use and does not include misuse, accidents or damage due to inadequate maintenance.

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DR Power Equipment certifies that the DR
product of this type is used. DR Power Equipment however, limits the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness
in duration to a period of two (2) years in consumer use, ninety (90) days for any other use.

The 2-Year Limited Warranty on the DR LEAF AND LAWN VACUUM starts on the date the machine ships from our
factory. The 2-Year Limited Warranty is applicable only to the original owner.

The warranty holder is responsible for the performance of the required maintenance as defined by the manufacturer's
owner's manuals. The warranty holder is responsible for replacement of normally wearing parts such as the Air Filter,
Batteries, Tires, Debris bags, Spark Plug and Hoses. Accessories to the machine are not covered by this warranty.

During the warranty period, the warranty holder is responsible for the machine transportation charges, if required.
During the warranty period, warranty parts will be shipped by standard method at no charge to the warranty holder.
Expedited shipping of warranty parts is the responsibility of the warranty holder.

LEAF AND LAWN VACUUM is fit for ordinary purposes for which a

SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON THE LENGTH OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

DR Power Equipment shall not be liable under any circumstances for any incidental or consequential damages or
expenses of any kind, including, but not limited to, cost of equipment rentals, loss of profit, or cost of hiring services to
perform tasks normally performed by the DR

SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY

FROM STATE TO STATE.

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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.

Shut down the engine, remove the spark plug wire and wait 5 minutes for parts to cool before performing any maintenance
procedure or inspection on the Machine.

[ ] Check the engine oil level.

[ ] Check Fuel Level

[ ] Check the general condition of the Vacuum, e.g.; nuts, bolts, welds, etc.

[ ] Check that the Debris Bag is connected at all Hangers, Latches are closed and zipper is fully zipped.

[ ] Check for and clean accumulated debris in the Snout or Hopper

[ ] Check and clean Engine Fins and controls of Debris.

End of Season and Storage

Shut down the engine, remove the spark plug wire and wait 5 minutes for parts to cool before performing any maintenance
procedure or inspection on the Machine.

 If your LEAF & LAWN VACUUM will be idle for more than 30 days, we recommend using a gas stabilizer. This will prevent

sediment from gumming up the Carburetor. If there is dirt or moisture in the gas or tank, remove it by draining the tank.
Completely fill the tank with fresh, unleaded gas and add the appropriate amount of stabilizer or gasoline additive. Run the
Engine for a short time to allow the additive to circulate.

 Change Engine Oil.
 Clean dirt and debris from the Cylinder Head Cooling Fins, Impeller Housing, Debris Screen, and Muffler area of the

Engine.

 Remove the Spark Plug and pour about 1 ounce of motor oil into the Cylinder hole. Replace the Plug and pull the Recoil

Starter Rope until you feel strong resistance. This will coat the piston and seat the valves to prevent moisture buildup.

 Empty and clean the Debris Bag and ensure it is dry.
 Clean or replace the Air Filter.
 Clean the exterior of the unit to remove all dirt, grease, and any other foreign material. To prevent rust, touch up painted

surfaces that have been scratched or chipped.

 For Electric-Start models, store the Battery in a dry area that will not freeze. If you will not use the machine over a long

period, charge the Battery every four to six weeks.

 If possible, store the machine in a dry, protected place. If it is necessary to store the machine outside, cover it with a

protective material (especially the Engine and Housing).

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