DR Power Walk-behind Pro - Manual (Page 15)

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Before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection, stop the engine, wait five (5) minutes to allow all parts to cool.
Disconnect the spark plug wire(s), keeping it away from the spark plug(s).
Chapter 4: Maintaining The DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER
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.
Regular Maintenance Checklist
P ROCEDURE B EFORE E ACH U SE E VERY 25 H OURS E VERY 100 H OURS
Check Operator Presence Switch ▲ 
Check Engine Oil Level ▲ 
Check General Equipment Condition ▲ 
Check Blade for Sharpness ▲ 
Lubricate Grease Fittings 
Lubricate Clutch and Brake Cables* 
Lubricate Chain and Lock In/Out Sleeve* 
Check Tire Pressures 
Change Engine Oil and Filter** 1 st time 5 hours 
Check Parking Brake Adjustment 
Clean Engine Exterior and Cooling Fins 
Check All Belt Tensions and Condition 
Check the Battery charge 
Check cable connections 
Replace Air Filter and Precleaner** 
Replace Spark Plug(s) 
Replace Fuel Filter 
* SAE 30 oil. NEVER use penetrating oil.
** The Engine on your DR may not have a Precleaner or Oil Filter.
Lubrication
REPLACING ENGINE OIL AND FILTER
NOTE: Drain the oil when the Engine is warm. Warm oil drains quickly and completely.
Tools & Supplies Needed:
•
10mm Wrench or Large Flat Head Screwdriver (Kawasaki Engine)
•
Oil Filter Wrench (obtainable from a local auto parts or hardware store)
•
SAE 30 High Detergent Oil
• Rags and a suitable container for used oil
•
Clear Plastic Tube (provided in the Product Package)
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 disconnect the spark plug wire(s), drain the oil and gas, and remove the
air filters.