DR Power 13 HP Towable - Manual (Page 31)

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CHAPTER 5
MAINTAINING THE DR 13 HP CHIPPER
This chapter covers regular maintenance procedures that will ensure the best performance and long life of
your DR 13 HP CHIPPER. For engine maintenance, please refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual that came
with your DR 13 HP CHIPPER. Service intervals listed in the checklist below supercede those listed in the
Engine Owner’s Manual.
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION, STOP THE ENGINE, WAIT FIVE
(5) MINUTES TO ALLOW ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP AND COOL. DISCONNECT
THE SPARK PLUG WIRE, KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUG.
Regular Maintenance Check List
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 40
Hours
Every 100
Hours
Check Engine Oil Level ▲
Check General Equipment Condition ▲
Check that the Shaft turns freely, see page 24 ▲
Inspect Knife for damage ▲
Check Knife and Wear Plate for Sharpness ▲
Check Knife and Wear Plate Attachment Screws ▲
Check Side Bearing Collar Set Screws ▲
Check Knife to Wear Plate Gap ▲
Lubricate Side Bearings ▲
Check Belt Tension and Condition 1 st time 1 hour ▲
Clean Engine Exterior and Cooling Fins ▲
Check Battery Voltage (Electric Start Model) ▲
Check Tire Pressure ▲
Change Engine Oil and Filter* 1 st time 5 hrs, ▲
Replace Drive Belt ▲
Replace Spark Plug ▲
Replace Air Filter and Precleaner* ▲
* The engine on your DR 13 HP CHIPPER may not have a Precleaner or Oil Filter.