Briggs & Stratton FIELD and BRUSH MOWER manual

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Daily Checklist for the TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER

To help maintain your TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER for optimum performance, we recommend you follow this checklist each time you use your machine.

[ ] OIL: With the machine on a level surface, check the Engine oil level with the Dipstick and add more if necessary (only add oil to the level indicated on the Dipstick - DO NOT OVERFILL). Use SAE 30 HD (High Detergent) motor oil. See page 15.

[ ] GAS: Fill the Fuel Tank with clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.

[ ] ENGINE AIR COOLING SYSTEM: It is very important to keep the Engine clean of debris. Remove grass and other built-up materials from the Air Intake Screen before, during, and after you mow. Regularly remove debris from the Blower Housing and Cooling Fins. A dirty Engine retains heat and can cause damage to the internal Engine parts.

[ ] BLADES: Check the Blades for tightness, nicks and wear. Remove any wrapped weeds and grass from the Blades’ Spindle to prevent buildup.

[ ] TIRES: Check the Tires for wear and proper inflation.

[ ] FRAME: Check all welds to be sure that the Frame is intact and secure.

[ ] GENERAL CONDITION: Check the general condition of the machine, e.g.; nuts, bolts, welds etc.

[ ] REMOTE CONTROL PANEL: Check that the Remote Control Panel is secured to the Tow Vehicle and within reach of the seated driver.

[ ] FRONT GUARD: Check the Front Guard for wear and damage. If worn, or damaged, replace it before using the machine.

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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 Introducing Conventions used in this manualSpecifications HP ModelGeneral Safety Rules LabelsTOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower Protecting Yourself and Those Around You Safety for Children Slope OperationSafety with Gasoline-Powered Machines General Safety For AssistanceAdditional Information and Potential Changes TOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower Setting UP DR-OWNERTOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower Controls and Features Fuel TankTools and Supplies Needed Unpacking and Assembling the MachineParts Supplied in Crate Tools Needed About the BatteryConnecting the Battery Wire Adding Oil and Gasoline Approximate Engine Oil RequiredTool Needed Throttle Control Cable 13 HP B&S Tool Needed Connecting the Remote Control Cable and Wire CordWire Cord Throttle/Choke Cable 17 HP Kawasaki Tool Needed Hitch Plate Checking the Tire Pressure Operating Operating ParametersTOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower Stopping the Engine Before Starting the EngineStarting Stopping the Blades Adjusting the Mower Deck HeightEngaging the Blades Offset at the Versa-Hitch Offset MowingOffset at the Tow Bar Mount Plate Slopes and Uneven Terrain If the machine gets hung upCutting Brush and Saplings Cutting Wet and Heavy GrowthRegular Maintenance Check List ProcedureMaintaining Every 10 Hrs Every 25 HrsRemoving the Engine Oil and Filter Sure That the OLD Filter Gasket Comes OFF with the FilterRemoving and Replacing the Blades’ Drive Belt Call TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNERBelt Tension Spring Mounting Stud Removing and Replacing the Swinging Blades 15/16 Wrench GlovesReplacing the Wheels Battery Care Charging the BatteryDisposing of the Battery Responsibly Recycling a Used BatteryEnd of Season and Storage TOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower Troubleshooting Troubleshooting TableEngine smokes Uneven cut Call 1-800-DR-OWNER 376-9637 for assistanceTOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower Ref# Part# Description Parts LISTS, Schematic Diagrams and WarrantyParts List Deck and Drive Assembly Safety and Information Labels Items Not IllustratedSchematic Deck and Drive Assembly Parts List Wheels and Push Bar Assembly Part# DescriptionSchematic Wheels and Push Bar Assembly Parts List Tow Bar and Remote Control Panel Assembly Ref# Part# Description Items Not IllustratedSchematic 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