MAINTENANCE
ALWAYS USE GENUINE PARTS WHEN REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED
!WARNING: Never park the DR® ALL- TERRAIN™ MOWER with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where an open flame or sparks are present. Allow the engine to cool down before storing in any enclosure.
!WARNING: Provide adequate blocking before working under the DR® SNOW THROWER.
!WARNING: Run the DR® SNOW THROWER a few minutes after throwing snow to prevent freeze up of auger.
Drive Chain Replacement (Figure 10)
Replace the chain when the distance between the sections of the chain (item 1) is reduced to 2" (see figure).
!WARNING: Always disconnect the spark plug wire before servicing your machine.
1.Unbolt the chain cover (item 2) and remove it.
2.Remove the connecting link on the chain, and remove the chain.
3.Check the chain tensioner (item 5) for wear. Replace if necessary.
4.Install the new chain around the sprockets (items 3 & 4).
5.Pull the tensioner (item 5) and install the connecting link on the new chain.
6.Release the tensioner on the chain.
7.Lubricate the new chain with chain saw lubricant.
8.Reinstall the cover.
Figure 10
Drive Belt Replacement (Figure 4, Page 12)
When the belt tensioner is 1/8" close to its support (see figure below) due to belt elongation or after the equivalent of 60 hours of continuous operation, replace the drive belt.
!WARNING: Always disconnect the spark plug wire before servicing your machine.
1.Remove the bolts (item 5) to remove the belt cover (item 4).
2.Pull the tensioner (item 3) and remove the belt (item 1) from the pulleys.
3.Install the new belt in the same pathway as the old one.
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5.Reinstall the belt cover with the bolts.
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