DR Power 16.50 Pro - Manual (Page 49)

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End of Season and Storage
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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If your DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER 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. Close the fuel Shut-Off Valve to prevent carburetor overflow and
leakage.
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Remove the spark plug and pour about 1 ounce of motor oil into the cylinder hole. Reinstall the plug
and engage the electric starter for a few seconds (for manual start pull on the starter cord a few
times). This will coat the pistons and seat the valves to prevent moisture buildup.
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Clean or replace the air filter(s).
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Lubricate all grease fittings.
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Clean any 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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Check the Drive Belt for wear.
• Check the Chipper Knife and Wear Plate for nicks and wear.
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For electric start models remove the battery or store your DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER in a dry
environment where the temperature is between –10° F (–23° C) and +85° F (+23° C). Make sure the
storage temperatures will never be outside these limits.
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Clean any debris from the Hopper and Discharge Chute.
• SHUT DOWN THE ENGINE, WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP,
REMOVE SPARK PLUG WIRE, DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE, THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER.
• NEVER STORE THE DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER WITH FUEL IN THE FUEL TANK INSIDE A BUILDING
WHERE IGNITION SOURCES ARE PRESENT, SUCH AS HOT WATER AND SPACE HEATERS, CLOTHES
DRYERS AND THE LIKE. IF YOU ARE GOING TO DRAIN THE FUEL TANK, DO THIS OUTDOORS.
ALLOW THE ENGINE TO COOL BEFORE STORING IN ANY ENCLOSURE.
• WHEN NOT IN USE, YOUR DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER SHOULD BE STORED OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.