CHAPTER 5
MAINTAINING THE DR 10 HP CHIPPER
This chapter covers regular maintenance procedures that will ensure the best performance and long life of your DR 10 HP CHIPPER. For engine maintenance, please refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual that came with your DR 10 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.
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Check Engine Oil Level | ▲ |
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Check General Equipment Condition | ▲ |
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Check that the Shaft turns freely, see page 22 | ▲ |
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Inspect Knife for damage | ▲ |
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Check Knife and Wear Plate for Sharpness |
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Check Knife and Wear Plate Attachment Screws |
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Check Knife to Wear Plate Gap |
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Check Side Bearing Collar Set Screws |
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Check Belt Tension and Condition | 1st time 1 hour |
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Lubricate Side Bearings |
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Clean Engine Exterior and Cooling Fins |
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Check the Tire Pressure |
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Change Engine Oil and Filter* | 1st time 5 hrs. |
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Replace Air Filter and Precleaner* |
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Replace Drive Belt |
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Replace Spark Plug |
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* The engine on your DR 10 HP CHIPPER may not have a Precleaner or Oil Filter. |
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