DR Power Lawn Aerator - Manual (Page 28)

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Daily Checklist for the DR LAWN AERATOR
To help maintain your DR LAWN AERATOR for optimum performance, we recommend you follow this checklist each time you
use your DR LAWN AERATOR.
[ ] Check the Engine Oil and Gas Tank level.
[ ] Check that Engine is clean of debris.
[ ] Check the general condition of the DR LAWN AERATOR, e.g.; nuts, bolts, welds, etc.
[ ] Check Belt for wear and/or stretching.
[ ] Check the Tines for wear and damage.
[ ] Check the Frame for wear and damage.
[ ] Check the Debris Guard for wear and damage.
[ ] Remove any debris wrapped around the Wheels and Tine assembly.
End of Season and Storage
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Change the engine oil.
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Clean or replace the Air Filter.
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Check the tines for wear and damage.
 Remove any soil still in the Tines.
 Remove any debris wrapped around the Wheels and Tine assembly
 If your DR LAWN AERATOR 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.
 Clean the exterior of the unit to remove all dirt, grease, and any other foreign material. To prevent rust, touch up painted
surfaces that have been scratched or chipped.
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Be sure all nuts, bolts, and screws are securely fastened.
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Inspect moving parts and the Drive Belt for damage and wear; replace if necessary.
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Remove the Spark Plug and pour about 1 ounce of motor oil into the Cylinder hole. Replace the Plug and crank the Engine
over a couple of times using the Pull Cord, or the Electric Starter (for Electric Start Machines). This will coat the piston and
seat the valves to prevent moisture buildup.
 If possible, store the DR LAWN AERATOR in a dry, protected place. If it is necessary to store the DR LAWN AERATOR
outside, cover it with a protective material (especially the Engine). For Electric Start Model, store the machine in a dry
environment with temperatures between +40°F (5°C) and +95°F (+35°C). Make sure the storage temperatures will never be
outside of these limits. The lower the storage temperature is within the range, the better as the battery will discharge more
slowly at low temperatures. If it is necessary to store the DR LAWN AERATOR outside make sure to disconnect the battery
and store it in an environment as listed above. Make sure the disconnected battery terminals are not resting on any surface
that may be prone to collecting water, snow or any other liquid as this may cause damage to the terminals and to the
battery when reconnected.
Before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection, stop the engine, wait five (5) minutes to allow all parts to cool.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, keeping it away from the spark plug.
Before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection, stop the engine, wait five (5) minutes to allow all parts to cool.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, keeping it away from the spark Plug.