Country Home Products Introducing the DR 10 HP Chipper, Conventions used in this manual

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CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCING THE DR 10 HP CHIPPER

This manual will help you set up and safely operate your new DR 10 HP CHIPPER. Careful adherence to the safety and operating instructions in this manual will ensure many years of productive use.

Please let us know of any questions you may have. We want to answer them as quickly as possible. When you do call, please have your serial number and/or order number handy. For technical assistance, please call Toll-Free1-800-DR-OWNER(376-9637) and one of our Technical Support Representatives will be happy to help you.

Conventions used in this manual

THIS INDICATES A HAZARDOUS SITUATION, WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.

THIS INDICATES A HAZARDOUS SITUATION, WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN MINOR OR MODERATE INJURY.

THIS INFORMATION IS IMPORTANT IN THE PROPER USE OF YOUR MACHINE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS INSTRUCTION COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO YOUR MACHINE OR PROPERTY.

Tip: This is a helpful hint to guide you in getting the most out of your DR 10 HP CHIPPER.

Tools Needed: This indicates you will need a special tool to perform a maintenance function on your Chipper.

NOTE: This information may be helpful to you.

If you are ever unsure about an action you are about to take, don’t do it, contact Country Home Products’ toll-free support at 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for help or information.

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Contents DR→ 10 HP Chipper Safety & Operating Instructions Toll-free phone 1-800-DR-OWNER Table of Contents Iv DR 10 HP Chipper Conventions used in this manual Introducing the DR 10 HP ChipperDR 10 HP Chipper Labels General Safety RulesDR 10 HP Chipper DR 10 HP Chipper is made in the U.S.A. #091-0062 Protecting Yourself and Those Around You Safety with Gasoline Powered Engines Safety for Children and PetsGeneral Safety Additional Information and Potential Changes 10 DR 10 HP Chipper Unpacking Setting UP Your DR 10 HP ChipperRepresentatives at our toll free number 1-800-DR-OWNER Tools and Supplies NeededBe careful when cutting the banding Tool Needed Attaching the Chipper HopperCheck the Tire Pressure Capacities Adding the Engine Oil and GasolineFront 16 DR 10 HP Chipper Before Starting the Engine Operating Your DR 10 HP ChipperOperation Notes Processing Limbs and Branches Starting and Stopping the Engine Using the Chipper Hopper Reassemble To Free a Jammed FlywheelDisassemble Call Toll Free 1-800-DR-OWNER 24 DR 10 HP Chipper Procedure Regular Maintenance Check ListMaintaining the DR 10 HP Chipper EverySupplies Needed Grease FittingsRemoving and Replacing the Engine Oil 2 Wrench Adjusting or Removing and Replacing the Drive BeltEngine Bolts, Front Belt Tensioner Clutch Drive Belt Knife Sharpening Removing and Replacing the Chipper KnifeTools Needed Wrench or Socket Gap Gauge provided Adjusting the Knife to Wear Plate GapDR 10HP Chipper Engine at less than full RPM Removing and Replacing the ClutchInstalling a New Clutch Assembly Clutch Removal, Disassembly, and Re-Assembly End of Season and Storage 38 DR 10 HP Chipper Troubleshooting Table TroubleshootingEngine smokes Flywheel will not turn Drive Belt burns Chipper Knife is hitting the Wear Plate Part# Description Parts LISTS, Schematic Diagrams and WarrantyParts List DR 10 HP Chipper Schematic DR 10 HP Chipper Not Illustrated Parts List Chipper AssemblySchematic Chipper Assembly 46 DR 10 HP Chipper DR 10WarrantyHP Chipper Daily Checklist for the DR 10 HP Chipper