DR Power Walk-behind 13 - 17 HP (May 2001 - February 2003) - Manual (Page 19)

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ALL-TERRAIN
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FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions
13
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.
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 15
Figure 16