DR Power Walk-Behind 6.5 (Pre-August 2010) - Manual (Page 33)

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CHAPTER 5
MAINTAINING THE DR WALK-BEHIND LEAF & LAWN
VACUUM
This chapter covers regular maintenance procedures that will ensure the best performance and long life of
your DR WALK-BEHIND LEAF & LAWN VACUUM. For engine maintenance, please refer to the Engine
Owner’s Manual that came with your DR WALK-BEHIND LEAF & LAWN VACUUM. Service intervals listed
in the checklist below supercede those listed in the Engine Owner’s Manual.
WHEN PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE, YOU MUST FIRST SHUT OFF THE ENGINE, WAIT FIVE (5)
MINUTES TO ALLOW PARTS TO COOL AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE, KEEPING IT AWAY
FROM THE SPARK PLUG.
Regular Maintenance Checklist
NOTE: Consider that the service intervals shown are the maximum under normal operating conditions. Increase
frequencies under extremely dirty or dusty conditions.
Procedure
Before
Each Use
Every 8-10
Hours
Every 25
Hours
Every 50
Hours
Check the Engine Oil Level. ▲
Clean the Debris Bag. ▲
Check the general condition of the machine, e.g.
nuts, bolts, welds, etc. ▲
Clean Engine Exterior & Cooling Fins ▲
Check Battery Voltage (Electric Start Model) ▲
Inspect the *Drive Belt for wear.
▲
Lubricate Control Cables.
▲
Lubricate *Drive Chain.
▲
Check *Drive Clutch Cable tension.
▲
Change Engine Oil and Filter**
NOTE: 1
st time 5 hrs.
▲
Replace Air Filter and Pre-cleaner**
▲
Replace the *Drive Belt.
▲
Replace Spark Plug
▲
* Applicable to Self-Propelled models.
** The engine on your DR WALK-BEHIND LEAF & LAWN VACUUM may not have a Pre-cleaner or Oil Filter.