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DR TRIMMER/MOWER
Safety & Operating Instructions
Models: SPRINT , PRO, and COMMERCIAL
COUNTRY HOME PRODUCTS, INC.
www.dr-owner.com $5.00
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Congratulations on your purchase of a new DR TRIMMER/MOWER We have done our utmost to ensure that your DR will be one of the most trouble-free and satisfying pieces of equipment you’ve ever owned. Please let us know if you have any questions or problems. We want to answer or correct them quickly. (When you do call or write, please have your serial number and/or order number handy; it will speed things up.) We also hope to hear from you about how you like your new machine.
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Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introducing the DR Trimmer/Mower ...........................................................1 About This Manual.....................................................................................................................1 Chapter 2: Safety Considerations....................................................................................3 Preparing to Use the DR TRIMMER/MOWER ........................................................................
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Chapter 1: Introducing the DR Chapter 1: Introducing the DR TRIMMER/MOWER TRIMMER/MOWER Thank you for the purchase of your new DR TRIMMER/MOWER . Over 500,000 people have chosen the DR TRIMMER/MOWER since 1987 to help make property care faster and easier than ever before. This manual is shipped with DR TRIMMER/MOWER SPRINT ,PRO, and COMMERCIAL models. It will help you set up and safely operate your new DR TRIMMER/MOWER . Careful adherence to the safety and operatin
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Conventions used in this manual WARNING! The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle alerts you to essential operating, safety, and maintenance (servicing) Important! This information is important in the proper use of your machine. Failure to follow this instruction could result in injury to you or damage to your trimmer. Tip: This is a helpful hint to guide you in getting the most out of your trimmer. Tools needed: This indicates you will need a special tool
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Chapter 2: Safety Considerations Chapter 2: Safety Considerations Taking the time to read and observe all safety instructions will ensure many years of productive use from your DR TRIMMER/MOWER and help you avoid injury. Please take a few moments to read the following guidelines for safely operating your new machine. Preparing to Use the DR TRIMMER/MOWER ■ Read these Safety and Operating Instructions and the engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual before you use the DR TRIMMER/
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To avoid injury, keep your hand and feet away from the spinning cords. (#136491) Yet another warning notice for your safety. (#148221; PRO and COMMERCIAL models only) ) In the parallel trimming action (PTA mode, the trimmer’s wheels stay straight while the trimmer head tilts , causing the cords to extend beyond the wheelbase. (#153071) The bail bar is an important safety feature: release it to immediately stop the engine. (#153081) This notice is a h
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Protecting Yourself ■ Always wear the protective goggles while mowing to protect your eyes from possible thrown objects. Goggles are provided with your DR TRIMMER/MOWER . ■ Wear shoes with non-slip treads when using your DR TRIMMER/MOWER . If you have safety shoes, we recommend wearing them. Do not use the machine while barefoot or wearing open sandals. ■ Wear long pants while trimming or mowing. ■ Avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry which might be caught on the mower’s moving
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■ Be cautious when using your DR TRIMMER/MOWER around fencing, wires, ropes, and hoses. It is possible that these and other debris can become wound around the line plates of the machine, potentially damaging the bearings or injuring you. ■ Use the machine only in daylight or good artificial light. ■ Never operate the machine with a damaged shield or without the shield in place. ■ Do not operate the machine when under the influence of alcohol or medication. ■ Watch for traffic when mowi
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Chapter 3: Setting Up Chapter 3: Setting Up Your DR Your DR TRIMMER/MOWER TRIMMER/MOWER This chapter outlines a few simple steps you will need to follow to set up your new machine before you use it. It may be helpful to familiarize yourself with the controls and features on your trimmer by reviewing the picture in the next section before beginning the steps outlined in this chapter. DR TRIMMER/MOWER Package Checklist Country Home Products ships the following items with your new ma
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DR TRIMMER/MOWER Controls and Features Note: The model shown in Figure 1 may look slightly different from your machine. Keys (Electric models only) Figure 1 ® ™ 8 DR TRIMMER/MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions
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Connecting the Battery Wire (Electric-Starting Models Only) We ship all electric-starting trimmers with the negative terminal battery wire disconnected. This prevents the battery from discharging during shipment. Before using your trimmer, you must connect the battery wire. 1. Connect the wire by pushing the plastic connector onto the negative (–) terminal as shown in Figure 2. Figure 2 ® ™ DR TRIMMER/MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions 9
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Adding Oil and Gasoline WARNING! 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 dipstick frequently to avoid overfilling. Use approximately 15 ounces of SAE 30 high detergent oil. Important! To get an accurate reading when checking the oil level: ⇒ The machine should be on a level surf
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Adjusting the Handlebar WARNING! Before performing any maintenance procedure, stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire. It is important to find a handlebar height that allows the Mow-Ball Support to glide along the ground and remain balanced so you don’t have having to push down or pull up on the handlebar. At the proper height, your hands should rest at a comfortable level and the front end of the trimmer should roll easily on the Mow-Ball Support as shown in Figur
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Adjusting the PTA Lever WARNING! Before performing any maintenance procedure, stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire. It is easy to adjust the PTA feature. If you’ve moved the handlebar up or down, the PTA (Parallel Trimming Action) lever may need to be adjusted. When the PTA feature is properly engaged there should be just a little slack in the cable. For more information on PTA , please read the section called Using PTA (Parallel Trimming Action) on pag
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Chapter 4: Operating Chapter 4: Operating Your DR Your DR TRIMMER/MOWER TRIMMER/MOWER This chapter covers the procedures for starting and stopping your new DR TRIMMER/ MOWER and discusses basic operation features. You may find it helpful to review the DR TRIMMER/MOWER Controls and Features picture (Figure 1) on page 8 before reading this chapter. Electric-Starting Note: Use the following steps with electric-starting models only. 1. Push the throttle lever on the right side of
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Stopping the Engine Note: If you have an electric-starting model, please note that the key does not stop the engine. You must follow these instructions for both electric and manual-starting models. 1. Move the throttle lever back to the STOP position. 2. The key has a pressure lock that prevents it from vibrating loose during operation. If you wish to remove the key, push it in and then quickly and firmly pull it out. If the key becomes difficult to remove, spray FLUID FILM or a similar
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Using PTA (Parallel Trimming Action) Your trimmer’s PTA feature moves the machine in a straight line while the trimmer head is both pivoted and tilted to the left for better access to fence lines and other obstacles. PTA allows you to trim in difficult areas without having to pull the machine back and forth. The following two sections explain how to engage PTA and how to return your trimmer to . flat and forward mode (normal operation) after using PTA WARNING! Use cauti
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Engaging the PTA 1. Pull the PTA lever (Figure 7) against the handlebar and hold it there. This unlocks the axle (Figure 8). 2. Push down on the handlebar to tip the nose of the machine a few inches off the ground. Balancing the weight of the machine on the wheels makes it easier to pivot the front of the trimmer to the left. 3. While continuing to hold the PTA lever down, grip the sides of the handlebar pulling up with the right hand and pushing down with the left, swinging t
