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®
DR SNOW THROWER
Safety, Operation & Maintenance Instructions
Model: 8157
® ™
30" Single Stage SNOW THROWER for use with DR ALL-TERRAIN MOWERS
Models: A2080BMA, A2080BEA, A2105BEA, A2125TEA, A2150KEA, A2090TMA, A2090TEA,
A2110BEA, A2130BEA & A2150KEA
SERIAL NO. 2015280 and up
OM 0308
10/02
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TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION – TO THE PURCHASER..........................................................................................................4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.......................................................................................................................................5 Before Operation .................................................................................................................................................5 Notice..............
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INTRODUCTION To the Purchaser Illustrations The illustrations may not necessarily reproduce This product is designed to give safe, the full detail and the exact shape of the parts dependable service if it is operated and or depict the actual models, and are intended maintained according to these instructions. for reference only. Read and understand this manual before operation. Direction Reference All references to right and left, forward or This manual has been prepared to assis
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY FIRST This symbol, the industry's “Safety Alert Symbol” is used throughout this manual and on the machine's labels to warn of the possibility of personal injury. Read these instructions carefully. It is essential that you read the instructions and safety regulations before you attempt to assemble or use this unit. DANGER: Indicates an immediately hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a pote
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Notice… A safe operator is the best assurance against accidents. All operators, no matter how experienced they may be, should read this operator's manual and all other related manuals before attempting to operate a ® DR SNOW THROWER. Please read the following section and pay particular attention to all safety ® recommendations contained in this manual and those labeled on the DR SNOW THROWER and on ® ™ the DR ALL-TERRAIN MOWER. ® Before Operating the DR SNOW THROW
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ® Operating the DR SNOW THROWER ® Never operate the DR SNOW THROWER 9. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause without good visibility and lighting. impairment or loss of hearing. Wear a suitable hearing protection such as earmuffs 1. Do not make mechanical adjustments while ® or earplugs to protect your valuable hearing. the unit is in motion, the DR SNOW THROWER is raised, or the engine is 10. Always wear eye protection during operation running. (safety gogg
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Maintenance Storage Before storing the equipment, certain ALWAYS USE GENUINE PARTS WHEN precautions should be taken to protect it from REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE deterioration: REQUIRED ! ! WARNING: Always disconnect the spark WARNING: Always disconnect the spark plug wire before servicing your machine. plug wire before servicing your machine. 1. Clean the equipment thoroughly. ® ™ 1. Park the DR ALL-TERRAIN MOWER 2. Make all the necessary repairs. on level groun
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DECALS Replace Immediately if Damaged (See Parts section for decal location) 657762 660988 660263 660265 657761 ® DR SNOW THROWER Safety, Operation & Maintenance Instructions 9
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ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION Step 1: Preparation (Figure 1) Crate After opening the crate and removing all the Qty Item cardboard, remove the box containing the chute ® 1 DR SNOW THROWER assembly and the instructions (item 2). 1 Chute assembly 1. Remove the two screws (item 4) that retain 1 Rotation handle the housing (item 1) on the pallet (item 3). 1 Worm shaft 2. Verify that you have all components on the 1 Bag following list: Bag If anything is missing, please call one of o
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ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION Step 2: Chute Installation (Figure 2) ® For assembly, place the DR SNOW THROWER on a flat and level surface. 1. Place the chute (item 1) on the discharge ® hole (item 2) around the DR SNOW THROWER. 2. Install the three retaining plates (item 3) using the six 1/4" x 1/2" bolts and flange nuts (items 4-5), tighten securely. Verify that the chute turns freely on the collar. Figure 2 ® DR SNOW THROWER Safety, Op
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ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION ® Step 4: Belt Installation (Figures 3 & 4) ! WARNING: Before installing the DR ® SNOW THROWER, always bring the DR ALL- 1. Carefully install the drive belt (item 1) ™ TERRAIN MOWER to a complete stop, shut around the drive pulley (item 2) under the ® ™ off the engine and remove the spark plug wire. DR ALL-TERRAIN MOWER. 2. Pull the tensioner (item 3) to reinstall the Step 3: Installation (Figure 3) belt on the idler. Make sure that the V-belt is ® not twis
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ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION ! Step 5: Rotation Handle Installation WARNING: Make sure the chute blocks (Figure 5) in both directions to prevent the snow from being projected in the operator's area ® 1. On the left side handlebar of the DR ALL- (Figure 6). ™ TERRAIN MOWER, install the rotation handle support (item 1) at approximately 28" from the ground, using the U-bolt (item 2), Figure 6 plate and nuts. 2. Insert the plastic bushing (item 3, flange facing the operator) on the housi
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ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION ® Step 6: Optional Drift Cutters - 8173 Removing the DR Snow Thrower Installation (Figure 7) 1. Select a level surface, turn engine off and 1. From the exterior of the housing, align the remove ignition key two square holes on the drift cutter (item 1) with the two round holes on the housing. 2. Refer to Figure 5, Page 13. Remove hairpin (item 8) and rotation handle (item 7). 2. From the outside, insert the 5/16" x 5/8" carriage bolts (item 2). 3. Refer to Fi
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OPERATION Operating Controls Adjustments ® The DR SNOW THROWER is driven from the Deflector Adjustment ® ™ DR ALL-TERRAIN MOWER drive pulley. Adjust the deflector angle according to the distance the snow must be thrown. To adjust, ! WARNING: loosen the knob, adjust to the desired angle then 1. Do not allow bystanders near working area. tighten knob securely. ® 2. Do not allow anyone to ride on the DR SNOW THROWER. Skid Shoe Adjustment (Figures 8 & 9) 3. Before cleaning, adjusti
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OPERATION General Preparation Snow Removal ® ® 1. Use a winter grade oil in your DR ALL- Never use the DR SNOW THROWER as a ™ TERRAIN MOWER. See the engine snowplow. Do not push the snow, let the manufacturer's owner's manual. SNOW THROWER work its way through deep drifts. For best results, raise the SNOW 2. Make sure that the auger operates freely. THROWER and remove a top layer of snow. ® 3. Adjust the skid shoes so that the DR A second pass will remove the remaining SNOW THROWER
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OPERATION Snow Removal Methods ® When removing snow, do not use the DR SNOW THROWER as a dozer blade to push snow. Let the ® ® ™ DR SNOW THROWER work its way through deep drifts. If the speed of your DR ALL-TERRAIN ® MOWER is too fast, the DR SNOW THROWER may become overloaded and clog. For best results, ® raise the DR SNOW THROWER and remove the top layers of snow, or take a half-width pass. A ® second pass with the DR SNOW THROWER will remove the remaining snow. IMPORTANT: Use full
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MAINTENANCE ALWAYS USE GENUINE PARTS WHEN Drive Belt Replacement (Figure 4, REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED Page 12) ® ! WARNING: Never park the DR ALL- When the belt tensioner is 1/8" close to its ™ TERRAIN MOWER with fuel in the fuel tank support (see figure below) due to belt inside a building where an open flame or elongation or after the equivalent of 60 hours of sparks are present. Allow the engine to cool continuous operation, replace the drive belt. down before storing in an
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MAINTENANCE Shear Bolt Replacement (Figure 11) Lubrication If you strike a foreign object (wood, stone, etc.) ! WARNING: Always disconnect the spark there is a safety shear bolt on the driving plug wire before servicing your machine. system. This shear bolt will break, eliminating Lubricate the drive chain with chain saw chain any driving force to the auger. lubricant every 2 hours of operation and also ! after each use. WARNING: Always disconnect the spark plug wire before ser
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SPECIFICATIONS ® Country Home Products Single Stage DR SNOW THROWER Overall width 30 1/2" Overall height (without chute) 19 1/2" Overall height (with chute) 37 1/2" Overall length 29 1/8" Cutting width 29 3/4" Cutting height 18 1/4" Frame thickness 16 Ga. Side thickness 12 Ga. Number of stages 1 Drive 'B'' type belt and ''B'' type pulley Drive pulley 5 3/4" O.D. Idler belt adjustment Automatic spring tensioner Auger drive # 40 chain and sprockets Ratio 2,82:1 Auger RPM 1260
