DR Power 18 HP Bottom-Discharge - Manual (Page 15)

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LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
OPERATION
TIME
PROCEDURE COMMENTS
BREAK-IN
Change engine oil and filter after first 5
hours.
Check belt tension.
Check all nuts and bolts for tightness.
Per manufacturer’s specifications.
Adjust as required.
Tighten if necessary.
8 HOURS
Check engine oil.
Check chipper knives gap and edge.
Clean air filter.
Remove hubs from axle and grease.
Grease flywheel shaft bearings. (1)
Do not over fill.
See knife maintenance section.
More often if needed.
Anti seize compound.
Good grade multi-purpose lithium
grease.
40 HOURS
Change engine oil. (2)
Check tire pressure.
Remove and sharpen or replace
chipper knives.
Per manufacturer’s specifications.
Add or adjust as required.
See knife maintenance section.
100 HOURS
Replace belt.
Change engine oil.
Order replacement part.
Per manufacturer’s specifications.
200 HOURS
Clean and adjust spark plug.
Per manufacturer’s specifications.
(1) Two pumps of hand gun. DO NOT over-grease as this may damage seal.
(2) Depending on climate and environment, lubrication may be required every 8 to 40 hours.
ACCESSORIES FOR C182-CHP
Water resistant fitted cover Order Part No. 913-0069