Briggs & Stratton FIELD and BRUSH MOWER manual Table of Contents

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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1	1
INTRODUCING:	1
THE TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER	1
Conventions used in this manual	1
Specifications	2
CHAPTER 2	3
GENERAL SAFETY RULES:	3
Labels	3
Protecting Yourself and Those Around You	5
Slope Operation	6
Safety for Children	6
Safety with Gasoline-Powered Machines	7
General Safety	8
A Note to All Users	9
Additional Information and Potential Changes	9
CHAPTER 3	11
SETTING UP:	11
THE TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER	11
TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Controls and Features	12
Unpacking and Assembling the Machine	13
About the Battery	14
Connecting the Battery Wire	14
Adding Oil and Gasoline	15
Attaching the Out-Rigger™ Tow Bar to the TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER	16
Connecting the Remote Control Cable and Wire Cord	17
Connecting the TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER to your Tow Vehicle	19
Attaching the TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Remote Control Panel	20
Checking the Tire Pressure	20
CHAPTER 4	21
OPERATING:	21
THE TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER	21
Operating Parameters	21
Before Starting the Engine	23
Starting	23
Stopping the Engine	23
Engaging the Blades	24
Stopping the Blades	24
Adjusting the Mower Deck Height	24
Offset Mowing	25
Slopes and Uneven Terrain	26
If the machine gets hung up	26
Cutting Brush and Saplings	26
Cutting Wet and Heavy Growth	26
CHAPTER 5	27
MAINTAINING:	27
THE TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER	27
Regular Maintenance Check List	27
Removing the Engine Oil and Filter	28
Removing and Replacing the Blades’ Drive Belt	29
CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER	iii

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Contents Safety & Operating Instructions Meigs Road Vergennes, VT Toll-Free phone 1-800-DR-OWNER Fax Table of Contents Parts LISTS, Schematic Diagrams and Warranty Conventions used in this manual IntroducingHP Model SpecificationsLabels General Safety RulesTOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower Protecting Yourself and Those Around You Slope Operation Safety for ChildrenSafety with Gasoline-Powered Machines For Assistance General SafetyAdditional Information and Potential Changes TOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower DR-OWNER Setting UPFuel Tank TOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower Controls and FeaturesUnpacking and Assembling the Machine Parts Supplied in CrateTools and Supplies Needed About the Battery Connecting the Battery WireTools Needed Approximate Engine Oil Required Adding Oil and GasolineTool Needed Connecting the Remote Control Cable and Wire Cord Wire CordThrottle Control Cable 13 HP B&S Tool Needed Throttle/Choke Cable 17 HP Kawasaki Tool Needed Hitch Plate Checking the Tire Pressure Operating Parameters OperatingTOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower Before Starting the Engine StartingStopping the Engine Adjusting the Mower Deck Height Engaging the BladesStopping the Blades Offset Mowing Offset at the Tow Bar Mount PlateOffset at the Versa-Hitch Cutting Wet and Heavy Growth Slopes and Uneven TerrainIf the machine gets hung up Cutting Brush and SaplingsEvery 10 Hrs Every 25 Hrs Regular Maintenance Check ListProcedure MaintainingSure That the OLD Filter Gasket Comes OFF with the Filter Removing the Engine Oil and FilterCall TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER Removing and Replacing the Blades’ Drive BeltBelt Tension Spring Mounting Stud 15/16 Wrench Gloves Removing and Replacing the Swinging BladesReplacing the Wheels Charging the Battery Battery CareRecycling a Used Battery Disposing of the Battery ResponsiblyEnd of Season and Storage TOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower Troubleshooting Table TroubleshootingEngine smokes Call 1-800-DR-OWNER 376-9637 for assistance Uneven cutTOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower Parts LISTS, Schematic Diagrams and Warranty Parts List Deck and Drive AssemblyRef# Part# Description Items Not Illustrated Safety and Information LabelsSchematic Deck and Drive Assembly Part# Description Parts List Wheels and Push Bar AssemblySchematic Wheels and Push Bar Assembly Ref# Part# Description Items Not Illustrated Parts List Tow Bar and Remote Control Panel AssemblySchematic Tow Bar and Remote Control Panel Assembly TOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower Call Toll Free 1-800-DR-OWNER TOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower Year Limited Warranty Daily Checklist for the TOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower