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DR® ALL-TERRAIN FIELD and BRUSH MOWER™ Safety & Operating Instructions iii

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Safety Information

We want you to enjoy years of productive use from your DR® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER. We don't want you to get injured, so please take a few moments to read the following guidelines for safely operating your new machine.

Dress Appropriately

· Wear safety glasses while mowing to protect your eyes from thrown objects.

· Wear shoes with non-slip treads when using your DR

you have safety shoes, we recommend that you wear them. Do not use the machine while barefoot or wearing open sandals.

· Wear long pants while mowing, and avoid loose clothing or jewelry, which might get caught

in brush or on the mower's moving parts.

· Use ear muffs or ear plugs to protect your valuable hearing.

· We recommend wearing gloves while mowing.

Preparation

· Read these Safety & Operating Instructions as well as the engine manufacturer's owner's

manual before you use the DR® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER. Become familiar with the controls, engine and service recommendations to ensure the best performance from your machine.

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· Inspect the area you'll be working in for hidden objects such as large rocks, logs, rope, wire,

garden tools, etc., and remove these obstacles before mowing. Mowing over such obstacles could damage the machine and cause injury.

Operating the Machine Safely

· Keep bystanders at least 100 feet away from your work area at all times. Objects can be

thrown far from the mower and at great speeds. To be safe, do not operate the machine near small children or pets, and never allow children to operate the mower. Disengage the blade and stop the engine when another person approaches.

· Be sure all blade and wheel controls are DISENGAGED before attempting to start the

engine. Engage and disengage the blade a few times to get used to it before mowing.

· NEVER remove the shields from the mower, or alter the deck in any way.

· Keep your hands and feet away from the blade, belts, chains, blade pulleys, and concealed

areas while the engine is running. NEVER reach under the deck or grab hold of the deck deflector when the engine is running.

· ALWAYS shut off the engine and remove the spark plug wire prior to making any

adjustments to the machine. If you have to stop to remove grass or debris from the underside of the deck, always disconnect the spark plug wire first.

· The exhaust area on the engine becomes very hot. Allow the engine to cool before doing

maintenance or making adjustments.

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· Keep combustible substances away from the engine when it is hot.

· When operating over uneven terrain and slopes, use EXTREME CAUTION and make sure

you're on firm footing at all times.

· Mow only during the daylight hours.

· Use extra caution when mowing in wet, slippery conditions.

· ALWAYS OPERATE THE MOWER FROM BEHIND. Never pass or stand on the

discharge (right) side or in front of machine when the engine is running.

· DO NOT, under any conditions, remove, cut, bend, weld or otherwise alter standard parts on

your DR® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER. This includes all shields and guards. Unauthorized modifications can make the equipment unsafe and may void your warranty.

· While using the DR

When in doubt about the equipment or your surroundings, stop the machine and take the time to look things over. Make sure that you have 100% control of the mower at all times.

FIELD and BRUSH MOWER, don't hurry or take things for granted.

Safety with Gasoline-Powered Machines

Do not run the engine in an enclosed area or without proper ventilation.

· Store all fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose. Plastic containers are more

likely to prevent sediment and condensation problems.

· Fill the gasoline tank outdoors with the engine off. Don't handle gasoline if you or anyone

nearby is smoking, or if you're near anything that could cause it to ignite or explode.

· If gas is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine. Move the machine away from the area of

the spill and avoid creating any source of ignition until the gas vapors have dissipated. Wipe up any spilled fuel to prevent a fire hazard, and properly dispose of the waste.

· Allow the engine to cool completely before storing in any enclosure. Never store the

machine near an open flame or spark with gas in the tank.

· Do not change the engine governor settings or modify the engine speed.

Warning to all Californian and Other 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. All DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWERS shipped to California and Washington state are provided with spark arresters. Failure of the owner/operator to maintain this equipment in compliance with state regulations is a misdemeanor under California law and may be in violation of other state and/or federal regulations. Contact your local fire marshal or forest service for specific information in your area.

The Fine Print…

Country Home Products, Inc. reserves the right to discontinue, change and improve its products at any time without notice or obligation to the purchaser. The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing. Equipment described within this manual may be optional. Some illustrations may not be applicable to your machine.

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Always replace damaged or missing safety and operation labels immediately.

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Table of Contents

SAFETY INFORMATION............................................................................................................. ..................................iv

RESS APPROPRIATELY ...................................................................................................................................................iv

REPARATION..................................................................................................................................................................iv

PERATING THE MACHINE SAFELY .................................................................................................................................iv

ARNING TO ALL CALIFORNIAN AND OTHER USERS .......................................................................................................v

BEFORE STARTING........................................................................................................................................................2

DD OIL AND GAS............................................................................................................................................................2

ONNECT THE BATTERY WIRE .........................................................................................................................................2

HECK THE TIRE PRESSURE..............................................................................................................................................2

CONTROLS & FEATURES............................................................................................................................................. 3

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.......................................................................................................................................4

EFORE STARTING THE ENGINE........................................................................................................................................4

TARTING THE ENGINE .....................................................................................................................................................4

NGAGING THE WHEEL DRIVE .........................................................................................................................................4

NGAGING THE BLADE .....................................................................................................................................................4

TOPPING THE BLADE .......................................................................................................................................................5

TOPPING THE ENGINE......................................................................................................................................................5

TIPS FOR BEST PERFORMANCE ................................................................................................................................6

LOPES .............................................................................................................................................................................6

F THE MACHINE GETS HUNG UP... .....................................................................................................................................6

UTTING BRUSH & SAPLINGS ..........................................................................................................................................7

EVERSE...........................................................................................................................................................................7

R C

UTTING IN WET & HEAVY GROWTH ..............................................................................................................................7

GENERAL MAINTENANCE...........................................................................................................................................8

EGULAR MAINTENANCE CHECK LIST .............................................................................................................................8

ATTERY CARE ................................................................................................................................................................ 9

UBRICATION ................................................................................................................................................................... 9

REASE FITTINGS........................................................................................................................................................... 10

G B

ELTS .............................................................................................................................................................................11

O REMOVE/REPLACE THE BLADE .................................................................................................................................13

O ADJUST THE WHEEL CLUTCH....................................................................................................................................13

O REMOVE/REPLACE THE DRIVE CHAIN.......................................................................................................................14

O ADJUST THE BLADE ENGAGEMENT CABLE ...............................................................................................................14

O REMOVE THE WHEELS ..............................................................................................................................................15

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O ADJUST THE PARKING BRAKE ...................................................................................................................................15

RANSMISSION ...............................................................................................................................................................15

O REMOVE OR CHANGE THE DECK............................................................................................................................... 16

END OF SEASON & STORAGE....................................................................................................................................17

TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................................................................................................18

DAILY CHECKLIST FOR THE DR

FIELD AND BRUSH MOWER..............................................BACK COVER

DR® ALL-TERRAIN™ FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions 1

Before Starting

Before you operate your DR®, please read these operating instructions and the engine manufacturer's

owner's manual. Then, just ADD OIL and GAS, attach the battery wire and you're ready to go!

Tools & Supplies Needed:

· (2) 5/16 wrenches or sockets

· SAE30 HD (High Detergent) oil

· fresh unleaded gas

Add Oil and Gas

1. Place the machine on a level surface and add SAE30 HD (High Detergent) oil to the reservoir. Check the dipstick frequently while filling to avoid overfilling.

Important! To get accurate oil level reading:

• on Briggs & Stratton and Tecumseh engines the dipstick should be screwed in completely.

• On the Kawasaki engine the dipstick should not be screwed in.

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 DIPSTICK

FREQUENTLY TO AVOID OVERFILLING.

WARNING!

2. Fill the gas tank with clean, unleaded

gasoline.

Note: See your engine manufacturer's owner's manual for detailed fuel and oil recommendations.

3. Open the fuel shut-off valve (on the bottom of the gas tank) if your model is equipped with one.

Connect the Battery Wire

For safety, we've disconnected one of the battery wires for shipping. Connect the negative wire to the negative terminal on the

battery (Figure 1).

Check the Tire Pressure

There should be 14 psi in each tire.

Figure 1

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Controls & Features

Note: Kawasaki Model shown.

Figure 2

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Operating Instructions

Before Starting the Engine

1. Check the oil level every time you use the machine.

2. Check the gas level.

3. Open the fuel shut-off valve (on the bottom of the gas tank), if your model is equipped with one.

Starting the Engine

Electric-Starting

1. Move the shift lever to N (Neutral). Note: Shift lever MUST be in neutral or the engine will not start.

2. Move the throttle to the CHOKE position (to the RUN position if the engine is already warm).

3. Turn the key to START and hold it until the engine starts.

4. Release the key, it will snap to the RUN position.

5. Move the throttle to the RUN position.

Manual-Starting (8 & 10 HP Models only)

1. Move the throttle to the CHOKE position (to the RUN position if the engine is already warm).

2. Turn the key to START.

3. Pull the recoil rope slowly until you feel resistance, then pull with a rapid stroke to start the

engine.

4. Move the throttle to the RUN position.

Engaging the Wheel Drive

The DR® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER has a four-speed forward transmission and single-speed reverse. Forward speeds range from 1.1 mph in first gear to 4.5 mph in fourth gear. Use the lower gears for mowing in thick, woody vegetation and the higher gears for wide-open areas and lighter vegetation, or as "travel gears." Reverse is ideal for maneuvering in tight spots.

Note: Always release the wheel clutch lever when shifting gears.

1. Disengage the parking brake.

2. Move the shift lever to the desired gear.

3. Gently squeeze the wheel clutch lever to engage a gear.

Engaging the Blade

1. Hold down the operator presence lever.

2. Engage the blade control lever.

Note: If you engage the blade control lever before holding down the operator presence lever the engine will shut off.

Caution! Always disengage the blade before shifting into reverse.

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Stopping the Blade

Pull the blade control lever back to the DISENGAGED position.

Note: Releasing the operator presence lever while the blade is engaged will cause the engine to shut off.

Stopping the Engine

1. Disengage the blade.

2. Move the shift lever to N (Neutral).

3. Move the throttle control to IDLE.

4. Turn the key to OFF and remove it for safety.

5. Set the parking brake.

If your machine is equipped with a fuel shut-off valve, close it when transporting or storing the mower.

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Tips for Best Performance

Slopes

· We do not recommend using the DR

ALL-TERRAIN

MOWER continuously on slopes greater than 25 degrees. Doing so could deprive the engine of oil and cause it to overheat.

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FIELD and BRUSH

· To avoid freewheeling, shift into a lower

gear before going down a slope. Do not shift while on a slope.

· Note that the mowing deck pivots from

side to side (15 degrees in either direction), which helps avoid scalping, and keeps the weight balanced over the drive wheels when operating on uneven terrain

(Figure 3).

If the machine gets hung up...

· Disengage the blade. Do not try to free

the machine from stumps or debris while the blade is engaged.

Figure 3

· Try putting the machine in reverse and

backing away from the obstacle.

· Try pushing down on the handlebars to

lift the mowing deck over the obstacle

(Figure 4).

· If you need to leave the operating

position to clear debris from the deck, first put the machine in "N" (Neutral), turn the engine off, set the brake and disconnect the spark plug wire.

Caution: DO NOT touch the exhaust areas when reaching for the spark plug—they are very hot.

Figure 4

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Cutting Brush & Saplings

· When cutting woody material, small

saplings, etc., allow the machine to ride up and over material slowly. Adjust your forward speed to varying conditions

(Figure 5).

· After cutting brush, etc., you may want to

mow over it again to remove any remaining branches. It works best to mow from the trunk end toward the top as brush lies on the ground.

Reverse

Figure 5

· Be very careful of your footing when

operating the machine in reverse. Know what's behind you and take your time.

· Disengage the blade before shifting into reverse. Mow in the forward gears only, using reverse

for maneuvering.

· If you find it difficult to shift into reverse, lightly "feather" the clutch lever as you put the shift

lever into reverse, then quickly release the clutch lever.

Cutting in Wet & Heavy Growth

· Be very careful of your footing when mowing in wet conditions. Avoid steep slopes and other

slippery areas.

· Use a lower, slower speed.

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General Maintenance

*** For Engine Maintenance, Please Refer to the

Engine Manufacturer's Owner's Manual. ***

Regular Maintenance Check List

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 supercede those listed in the engine manufacturer's owner's manual.

WARNING: Some of the following procedures require access to the underside of the machine. If you need to tip the machine back or on its side (with the discharge chute facing up), you must first drain the oil and gas, and remove the air filters.

Note: Service intervals shown are considered maximum under normal operating conditions. Increase frequencies under extremely dirty or dusty conditions.

Procedure

Check Operator Presence Switch Check Engine Oil Level

Check General Equipment Condition Lubricate Grease Fittings Check Tire Pressure Clean Air Filter & Precleaner* Change Engine Oil & Filter* 1st time 5 hours Check Parking Brake Adjustment Clean Engine Exterior & Cooling Fins Check All Belt Tensions & Condition Lubricate Spindle Replace Spark Plugs Replace Air Filter & Precleaner

* The engine on your DR

may not have a precleaner or oil filter.

Before Each

Use

▲

Every 25 Hours Every 50 Hours Every 100

Hours

▲

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Battery Care

Electric-Starting Models

Proper care can lengthen the life of a battery. Follow these recommendations to ensure your battery's best performance and long life:

· Do not allow the battery charge to get too low. If the machine is not used, the battery should be

charged every 4 – 6 weeks.

· Store an unused battery in a dry area that does not freeze.

· Do not charge an already charged battery. In theory, our battery can not be overcharged with a

trickle charger; however, when a battery is fully charged and the charger is still on, it generates heat that could be harmful to the battery. A fully charged battery will read 12V-13.2V with a voltmeter.

· Do not continue to crank your engine when the battery charge is low.

Charging the Battery

If the battery loses its charge, you'll need to use a trickle charger (like the DR® Battery Charger) to recharge it. The charger should have an output of 12 volts at no more than 6-8 amps.

· At 1 amp the battery may need to be charged for as much as 48 hours.

· At 2 amps the battery may need to be charged for as much as 24 hours.

· At 6-8 amps the battery will be charged in 2 to 3 hours.

Caution: At 6-8 amps a battery can overcharge.

Note: Using the recoil starter (8.0 HP model only) and then running the engine will not recharge a

dead battery.

Lubrication

Your DR® FIELD & BRUSH MOWER is greased at the Factory. You do not need to lubricate it for the first 25 hours of use.

Tools & Supplies Needed:

· flexible hose grease gun

· Lithium grease

· 1/2" wrench or socket (chain cover)

· 7/16" wrench or socket (chain cover)

· FLUID FILM

WARNING: Always disconnect the spark plug wire before servicing your machine.

or comparable lubricant

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Grease Fittings

1. There are two grease fittings below the black belt guard that need maintenance

(Figure 6):

· The belt idler arm should have 1-2

pumps of grease every 25 operating hours.

· The mower spindle should have 3-4

pumps every 100 operating hours.

Note: Over greasing will cause grease to leak out of the seals onto the mower drive belt. Unless instructed otherwise, pump only until you feel slight resistance (1-2 pumps).

2. The drive chain should be lubricated with

FLUID FILM® or comparable lubricant every 10 to 20 operating hours—more often if the machine is operated in extremely dusty or wet conditions. Remove the chain cover, lubricate the

chain and replace the cover (Figures 7 &

8).

Figure 6

Figure 7

Figure 8

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Belts

To Replace the Blade Belt

WARNING: Always disconnect the spark plug wire before servicing your machine.

1. Remove the black belt guard by unscrewing the black knob, lifting the cover, and pulling up and

back to remove it.

2. Release the belt tension lever (Figure 9).

3. Remove the belt from the pulley (Figure 10), then drop it from the engine pulley below the

machine.

To mount the belt, follow the above procedure in reverse.

Figure 9

To Replace the Drive Belt

Tools Needed:

· 7/16" socket

· 1/2" wrench

· 9/16" wrench

WARNING: Always disconnect the

spark plug wire before servicing your machine.

1. Drain the gas and oil, or put the machine

on a bench.

2. Remove the blade belt following the

instructions above.

3. Remove the pin and collar (Figure 11),

then pull the power unit away from the deck.

Figure 10

Figure 11

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4. Tilt the power unit back on the handlebars.

5. Remove the nuts on the clutch bracket and the clutch drive spring (Figure 12).

6. Remove the spring (Figure 13).

Figure 12

7. Lift and swing the clutch bracket out

of the way (Figure 13).

8. Remove the three belt guides

(Figure 13).

9. Loosen the belt retainer bolts on the

outside of the frame (one on each side)

and slide the retainer back (Figure

14).

10. Remove the belt.

To mount the new belt, reverse the above procedure.

Figure 13

Figure 14

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To Remove/Replace the Blade

Tools Needed:

· 15/16" wrench or socket

· air wrench if available

· rag or gloves to handle the blade

· 2 x 4 to brace blade

WARNING: Always disconnect the

spark plug wire before servicing your machine.

1. Block the blade with a piece of wood

between the blade and the skid on the

chute side of the deck (Figure 15).

2. Remove the blade lock nut (right-hand,

regular thread) and washer.

Caution: Be careful not to get injured when pushing or pulling the wrench next to the blade.

3. Remove the blade.

4. Mount the new blade, washer and lock nut.

Note: Be sure the blade is seated completely over the small ridge in the spindle hub before tightening the lock nut.

Figure 15

To Adjust the Wheel Clutch

When properly adjusted, tension on the wheel clutch lever should increase when the lever is about parallel to (almost touching) the handlebar grip.

Tools Needed:

· (2) 1/2" wrenches

WARNING: Always disconnect the spark plug

wire before servicing your machine.

1. Find the wheel clutch adjustment on the clutch

bracket on the underside of the machine (Figure

16).

2. Loosen the nut on the front (threaded) side of the

bracket by 1/8" to 1/4", then tighten the nut on the back against the bracket. Check the tension on the clutch lever and repeat the adjustment as needed.

Figure 16

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To Remove/Replace the Drive Chain

Tools & Supplies Needed:

· 1/2" wrench or socket (chain cover)

· 7/16" wrench or socket (chain cover)

· flat-head screwdriver

· pliers

WARNING: Always disconnect the

spark plug wire before servicing your machine.

1. Remove the chain cover (Figure 17).

2. Remove the master chain link (Figure18).

First remove the lock clip (A) with a flathead screwdriver and pliers. You'll need to lift one side and rotate the clip to get it off the master link. Next, remove the side plate (B). Then remove the master chain link.

3. Slowly feed the chain out.

4. Mount the new chain.

5. Add the master chain link.

6. Replace the chain cover and tighten the

lock nuts.

Figure 17

To Adjust the Blade Engagement Cable

If the blade won't cut, or seems to slip in heavy material, check the blade engagement cable.

Tool Needed:

· 1/2" open-end wrench

WARNING: Always disconnect the

spark plug wire before servicing your machine.

On the right handlebar there is a black bracket for adjusting the blade engagement

cable (Figure 19). To tighten the cable, turn

the center portion of the adjuster counter clockwise. To loosen the cable, turn the adjuster clockwise.

Figure 18

Figure 19

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To Remove the Wheels

Tools Needed:

· 3/4" socket with extension

WARNING: Always disconnect the

spark plug wire before servicing your machine.

1. Block the machine so the wheel to be

removed is off the ground.

2. Remove the three nuts and slide the wheel

off.

To Adjust the Parking Brake

Tool Needed:

· 1/2" open end wrench

WARNING: Always disconnect the

spark plug wire before servicing your machine.

To adjust the parking brake, tighten or loosen the nut shown in Figure 21. This will increase or decrease pressure on the brake pad.

Figure 20

Figure 21

Transmission

The transmission is maintenance-free and does not need additional lubrication.

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To Remove or Change the Deck

WARNING: Always disconnect the

spark plug wire before servicing your machine.

1. Remove the black belt guard by

unscrewing the black knob, lifting the cover and pulling up and back to remove it.

2. Release the belt tension lever

(Figure 22).

3. Remove the belt from the pulley

(Figure 23).

4. Remove the pin and collar (Figure 24),

then pull the power unit away from the deck.

Figure 22

Figure 23

Figure 24

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End of Season & Storage

WARNING: Always disconnect the spark plug wire before servicing your machine.

Please refer to the engine manufacturer's owner's manual for engine-specific procedures.

· Change the oil (and oil filter, if applicable).

· 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.

· Clean/replace the air filters.

· Clean dirt and debris from the cylinder head cooling fins, blower housing, debris screen and

muffler area of the engine.

· If your engine has a fuel filter, replace it.

· If your DR

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. Close the fuel shut-off valve, if your machine is equipped with one, to prevent carburetor overflow and leakage.

FIELD and BRUSH MOWER will be idle for more than 30 days, we recommend

· Store the battery in a dry area that will not freeze. If the machine is not used over a long period,

the battery should be charged every four to six weeks. See page 9.

· Remove any wrapped weeds from the blade bearing housing. Clean grass and debris from the

top and underneath the mower deck with a stiff brush.

· Check the blade for nicks and wear. Remove the blade and sharpen, or have it professionally

sharpened if needed.

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Troubleshooting

WARNING: Always disengage the blade, turn off the engine and disconnect the spark

plug wire before servicing your machine.

Please refer to the Engine Manufacturer's Owner's Manual for specific engine maintenance and troubleshooting information.

Belts

The belt frays or rolls over the pulley

Blade

The cut material is not being properly discharged out of the right side of the machine

Heavier growth gets hung up under machine and does not discharge

Blade vibrates when engaged

The blade is not cutting or is loose

Engine

Recoil will not pull out or is difficult to pull. (8 & 10 HP models only)

Engine won't start

Þ A pulley groove may be nicked. Check the belt

for wear and hard spots. File off any nicks on the pulley.

Þ The belt may be stretched. Replace it.

Þ The discharge may be blocked. Disengage the

blade, turn off the engine, set the brake and disconnect the spark plug wire, then check for debris.

Þ Try removing the baffle under the front of the

mowing deck.

Þ The blade may not be seated properly on the

hub. Loosen the blade nut, reset the blade and tighten the nut.

Þ The spindle bearings may be bad. Þ The blade may not be seated properly on the

hub. Loosen the blade nut, reset the blade and tighten the nut.

Þ Check that the blade lever is in the disengaged

position.

Þ The recoil may be broken or jammed. Try to turn

the engine pulley by hand, with the spark plug wire off. If it turns, the recoil is broken or jammed.

Þ Check for adequate, fresh fuel. Þ Check that the fuel shut-off valve is turned on, if

your machine is equipped with one.

Þ Check the fuel filter to see if it is clear. Remove

the line from the engine side of the filter. If gas flows freely, it’s OK.

Þ Check the throttle adjustment and travel. Þ Is the blade engagement lever down

(disengaged)? It should be.

Þ Check the spark plug.

Electric-Starting Mod els :

Þ Tecumseh and Kawasaki engines have a 10 amp

fuse on the wiring harness. Check the fuse and replace if needed.

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Engine won't start (continued)

Engine lacks power

Engine skips, pops, misses, shakes

Engine smokes

Transmission

Machine is hard to get into reverse

Wheels

Wheels pulling left or right

Þ Check the wire connections—especially the

ground connection, the large green wire coming from the battery, where it connects to the engine.

Þ Check the wire connections to the solenoid.

Disconnect the green battery ground wire fir st to avoid sparks. Check to be sure that all of the connections are clean and tight. Reconnect the battery ground wire.

Þ Check the ground connection on the solenoid

(10.5 HP ES, 12.5 HP) where it’s bolted to the frame. Using a wrench or socket, spin the bolts and tighten them to ensure a good connection to the frame.

Þ Check the throttle travel and adjustment. Þ Clean or replace the air filter if needed. Þ Check the spark plug and replace if needed. Þ Add clean, fresh, unleaded gas. Þ Check the oil level and adjust as needed. Þ Check the spark plug and replace if needed. Þ Clean or replace the air filter if needed. Þ Replace gas with fresh, unleaded fuel. Þ Check the oil level and adjust as needed. Þ You may be operating the machine on too great

an incline.

Þ Check the air filter and clean or replace if

needed.

Þ You may be using the wrong oil—too light for the

temperature. Refer to your Engine Manufacturer's Owner’s Manual for detailed information.

Þ Clean the cooling fins if they’re dirty.

Þ If you find it difficult to shift into reverse, lightly

pull the clutch lever as you pull the shift lever into reverse then quickly release the clutch lever.

Þ Check the tire pressure. There should be 14 psi

in each tire.

For technical assistance please call Toll-Free 1(800)DR-OWNER(376-9637).

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Handlebar A ssembly

Note: The circled numbers match the first column of numbers on the parts list.

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Parts List—Handlebar Assembly

Ref# Qty Part# Description 1 1 150041 Battery Shelf 2 4 110761 Nut, Nylon Lock, 5/16" - 18 3 1 151221 Handlebar, Left Hand 4 1 151211 Handlebar, Right Hand 5 6 150091 Bolt, HCS, 5/16" – 18 x 1.5" 6 1 150221 Control Panel 7 4 110761 Nut, Nylon Lock, 5/16" - 18 8 1 150391 Shift Lever 9 1 112441 Washer, 1/2" ID x 3/4" OD x

1/8", Nylon 10 1 101341 Battery Pad 11 1 104831 Battery, 17AH, 12V 12 1 124511 Clamp, Battery 7-1/8" x 5-

1/2" 13 2 110281 Clutch and Brake Lever 14 1 150381 Operator Presence Lever 15 1 151241 Spring, Torsion, Operator

Presence 16 2 151421 Pin, Clevis 3/16" x 1.875"

Grooved, ZP 17 3 150861 Nut, 3/16", Push, Washer

Cap 18 1 150571 Switch, Operator Presence 19 1 151311 Plug, Hour Meter Hole 20 2 111481 Bolt, HCS, 1/4" – 20 x 1-3/4" 21 1 153691 Parking Brake Lock Lever 22 1 110221 Grip, Shift Handle 23 1 151181 Brake Cable Bracket 24 2 150471 Grip, 1" OD, 4.5" L 25 1 151361 Switch, with Key, Snap-in, 4

Positions

151931 Switch, with Key, Snap-in 2

Positions 26 1 150151 Cable, PTO Clutch 27 1 150361 Knob, Blade Engage Cable 28 4 111731 Screw, 5/16" – 18 x 1/2"

Ref# Qty Part# Description 29 1 112111 Cable Throttle (B&S and

Tecumseh)

139051 Cable, Throttle (Kawasaki)

30 2 151401 Screw, 1/4" – 20 x 3/4", Tri-

Lobe 31 4 112391 Washer, Flat, 3/8" USS 32 4 110751 Nut, Nylon Lock, 3/8" - 16 33 4 150431 Bolt, HCS, 3/8" – 16 x 1-1/4" 34 1 110961 Pin, Roll, 3/16" x 1" 35 1 150081 Cable, Transmission Brake 36 1 151431 Pin, Clevis, 3/16" x 3/4" 37 1 150161 Cable, Traction Drive 38 1 150521 Wire Harness, TEC, E/S,

12.2HP

150541 Wire Harness, Kawasaki,

E/S, 15HP

150851 Wire Harness, B&S, M/S,

8HP

151891 Wire Harness, B&S, E/S, 8

&10HP 39 1 110761 Nut, Nylon Lock, 5/16" - 18 40 1 100241 Shift Arm with Hub 41 1 110971 Pin, Roll, 3/16" x 1-3/4"

Safety Labels

1 136821 Operator Presence Label 1 136841 Caution Hot Surface Label

Right Arrow, Briggs

136831 Caution Hot Surface Label

Left Arrow, Kawasaki/Tec. 1 136501 Wheel Clutch Label 1 124371 American Flag Label 1 127811 Warning: Add Oil Label 1 109831 Parking Brake Label 1 153321 DR All Terrain Mower Name

Label 1 153351 Pulley Cover Label 1 153331 Throttle Control Label 1 153311 Control Panel Label 2 136491 Danger, Deck Label

DR® ALL-TERRAIN™ FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions 21

Power Unit Assembly

Note: The circled numbers match the first column of numbers on the parts list.

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Parts List—Power Unit Assembly

Ref# Qty Part# Description 1 1 150261 Frame, Main 2 1 100831 Engine, 10.5HP, B&S, e/s

100861 Engine, 12.5HP, TEC, e/s 139091 Engine, 15.0HP, KAW, e/s 139081 Engine, 8.0HP, B&S, e/s

147011 Engine, 8.0HP, B&S, m/s 3 1 150411 Mount, Fuel Tank 4 1 150291 Fuel Tank Assembly 5 1 150011 Fuel Cap With Gauge 6 2 150531 Strap, 2.5 Gal Fuel Tank 7 1 150591 Transmission 8 1 111141 Pulley, V, 7" OD, 4L or A

Belt 9 1 151001 Transmission Shift Arm 10 1 101441 Tie Rod, Shift, 7" L 11 1 150171 Chain Idler Support Plate 12 2 150341 Chain Idler Adjuster Arm 13 2 150101 Bushing, .328" ID, .500" OD,

2.32" L

14 2 150481 Pulley, Flat Idler, 1.875" OD,

.375" Bore 15 1 150181 Guard, Chain 16 1 150211 Clutch, PTO 17 3 111871 Spacer, 1/4" ID, .375" OD,

1.0" L 18 1 150241 Debris Guard, 11.5" x 5.12" 19 1 150551 Support, Debris Guard 20 1 150201 Belt Guide, Engine 21 1 150611 Idler Arm, Traction Drive 22 1 151111 Bushing, Idler Traction Drive 23 1 108501 Pulley, Flat, Idler, 3.0" OD 24 1 150021 Anti-Rotation Strap 25 1 150501 Spring, E, 438" OD x .045"

Wire x 2.5 L 26 1 150061 Belt, A31, 1/2" x 33" 27 1 150461 Pin, Detent, 1/4" x 2" 28 9 112481 Washer, Lock, 1/4" External

Tooth 29 3 150091 Bolt, HCS, 5/16" – 18 x 1-

1/2" 30 6 112431 Washer, Lock, 5/16" Split

Ref# Qty Part# Description 31 6 123211 Bolt, HCS, 5/16" – 18 x 3/4" 32 6 110761 Nut, Nylon Lock, 5/16" - 18 33 2 110751 Nut, Nylon Lock, 3/8" - 16 34 9 119831 Bolt, HCS, 1/4" – 20 x 3/4" 35 1 112391 Washer, Flat, 3/8" USS 36 1 151321 Washer, Lock, 7/16" Split 37 1 150071 Bolt, HCS, 7/16" – 20 x 3-

1/4" 38 2 112381 Washer, Flat, 1/4" USS 39 1 150451 Bolt, HCS, 5/16" – 18 x 1-

3/4" 40 1 150771 Nut, Nylon Lock, 3/8" - 24 41 2 126861 Bolt, HCS, 3/8" – 16 x 2" 42 2 110761 Nut, Nylon Lock, 5/16" - 18 43 4 112411 Washer, Flat, 5/16" USS 44 2 123361 Bolt, HCS, 5/16" – 18 x 1-

1/4" 45 5 110761 Nut, Nylon Lock, 5/16" - 18 46 2 111691 Set Screw, 5/16" – 18 x

1/4" 47 3 101811 Washer, Lock, 1/4" Split 48 3 101451 Bolt, 1/4" – 20 x 1-1/2" 49 1 111241 Ring, Retaining, 5/8" 50 1 112391 Washer, Flat, 3/8" USS 51 1 126861 Bolt, HCS, 3/8" – 16 x 2" 52 1 151381 Washer, 1.375" ID, 2.0" OD

x .25" Thk 53 1 151151 Washer, 1.38" ID, 2.0" OD,

.5" L

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Brush Deck Assembly

Note: The circled numbers match the first column of numbers on the parts list.

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Parts List—Brush Deck Assembly

Ref# Qty Part# Description 1 1 150761 Brush Deck 2 1 150911 Spindle Support 3 1 151371 Spindle 4 2 150891 Bearing, Ball, .787" Bore 5 1 151331 Key, Parallel, Round Ends,

1/4" x 3/16" x 7/8"

6 1 150901 Shim, .750" ID, .875" OD,

1.0" L with .1875" Slot

7 1 150121 Pulley, V, 8.5" OD, 5L or B

Belt 8 1 150871 Belt Tension Release Lever 9 1 150831 Idler Arm 10 1 150711 Bushing, Idler 11 1 150641 Anti-Wrap Guard 12 1 151141 Spindle Hub 13 1 100721 Baffle 14 1 100481 Blade, 26" Air Tip 15 1 101771 Blade Washer 16 1 151271 Pulley, Flat Idler, 4" x 3/8"

Bore 17 1 150941 Spring, Extension, .112"

Wire x .750" OD x 5" L

Ref# Qty Part# Description 18 2 150721 Attachment Swivel Bushing 19 2 101311 Nut, Nylon Lock, 5/8" - 11 20 1 150691 Bolt, HCS, 3/8" – 16 x 2-

1/2" 21 9 110751 Nut, Nylon Lock, 3/8" - 16 22 1 112391 Washer, Flat, 3/8" USS 23 6 123211 Bolt, HCS, 5/16" – 18 x 3/4" 24 7 111521 Bolt, HCS, 3/8" – 16 x 1" 25 1 150701 Bolt, HCS, 3/8" – 16 x 4" 26 6 110761 Nut, Nylon Lock, 5/16" - 18 27 1 145291 Bolt, 5/16" – 18 x 3/4"

Carriage 28 1 112411 Washer, Flat, 5/16" USS 29 1 150681 Belt, B63K, 5/8" x 66" 30 1 150731 Belt Cover 31 1 143661 Knob, 5/16"

DR® ALL-TERRAIN™ FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions 25

Differential/Axle Assembly

Note: The circled numbers match the first column of numbers on the parts list.

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Parts List—Differential/Axle Assembly

Ref# Qty Part# Description

1 1 150251 Differential, Limited Slip 2 2 150621 Wheel & Tire, 18" x 6.50" –

8", Terr, 5 Lug

3 151721 Wheel & Tire, 18" x 6.50" –

8", Turf, 5 Lug

4 1 150191 Chain, #40, 88 Pitches with

Master Link 5 6 150441 Nut, Lug, 1/2" - 13 6 4 110761 Nut, Nylon Lock, 5/16" - 18 7 4 123211 Bolt, HCS, 5/16" – 18 x

3.75", Gr5 ZP

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Notes

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Daily Checklist for the DR® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER

4 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 SAE30 HD motor oil.

4 GAS: Fill the gas tank with fresh, unleaded gasoline, making sure the

gas valve on the bottom of the tank is open. Always close the gas valve when storing your machine.

4 ENGINE: It is very important to keep the engine clean. Remove

grass and other debris from the engine cooling fins and debris guard. A dirty engine retains heat and can cause damage to internal engine components.

4 BELTS: Check the belts for wear, proper alignment and tension. 4 BLADE: Check the blade for tightness, nicks and wear. Remove any

wrapped weeds and grass from the blade bearing housing to prevent buildup.

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30 DR® ALL-TERRAIN™ FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions

DR Walk-behind 13 - 17 HP User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Safety Information

Dress Appropriately

Preparation

Operating the Machine Safely

Warning to all Californian and Other Users

Before Starting

Add Oil and Gas

Connect the Battery Wire

Check the Tire Pressure

Controls & Features

Operating Instructions

Before Starting the Engine

Starting the Engine

Engaging the Wheel Drive

Engaging the Blade

Stopping the Blade

Stopping the Engine

Tips for Best Performance

Slopes

If the machine gets hung up...

Cutting Brush & Saplings

Reverse

Cutting in Wet & Heavy Growth

General Maintenance

Regular Maintenance Check List

Battery Care

Lubrication

Grease Fittings

Belts

To Remove/Replace the Blade

To Adjust the Wheel Clutch

To Remove/Replace the Drive Chain

To Adjust the Blade Engagement Cable

To Remove the Wheels

To Adjust the Parking Brake

Transmission

To Remove or Change the Deck

End of Season & Storage

Troubleshooting

Handlebar A ssembly

Parts List—Handlebar Assembly

Power Unit Assembly

Parts List—Power Unit Assembly

Brush Deck Assembly

Parts List—Brush Deck Assembly

Differential/Axle Assembly

Parts List—Differential/Axle Assembly

Notes