DR Power Scout 8.25 (September 2005 - December 2006) - Manual (Page 36)

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SCOUT
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FIELD and BRUSH MOWER
End of Season and Storage
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE, STOP THE ENGINE AND DISCONNECT THE
SPARK PLUG WIRE.
NOTE: Please refer to the Engine Owner's Manual for engine-specific procedures.
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Change the oil (and oil filter, if applicable).
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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.
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Clean/replace the air filters.
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Clean dirt and debris from the cylinder head cooling fins, blower housing, debris screen and
muffler area of the engine.
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If your engine has a fuel filter, replace it.
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If your DR SCOUT FIELD and BRUSH MOWER 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.
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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.
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Check the Blade for nicks and wear. Remove the Blade and sharpen, or have it professionally
sharpened if needed.
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Perform the lubrication as outlined on page 22.