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DR TRIMMER/MOWER
Safety & Operating Instructions
COUNTRY HOME PRODUCTS, INC.
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Chapter 1: Introducing the DRChapter 1: Introducing the DR TRIMMER/MOWER TRIMMER/MOWER
About This Manual
Conventions used in this manual
alerts you to essential operating, safety, and maintenance (servicing)
or damage to your trimmer.
Chapter 2: Safety ConsiderationsChapter 2: Safety Considerations
Preparing to Use the DR TRIMMER/MOWER
Safety Information Labels
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Protecting Yourself
Operating the Machine Safely
before starting your machine.
Safety with Gasoline-Powered Machines
A Note to All California and Washington State Users
before starting your machine.
WARNING! The items listed in this section will help you keep your
Chapter 3: Setting Up Your DRChapter 3: Setting Up Your DR TRIMMER/MOWER TRIMMER/MOWER
DR TRIMMER/MOWER Package Checklist
DR TRIMMER/MOWER Controls and Features
Connecting the Battery Wire (Electric-Starting Models Only)
Adding Oil and Gasoline
approximately 15 ounces of SAE 30 high detergent oil.
The dipstick should NOT be screwed down on Kawasaki engines.
WARNING! You must add oil before starting the engine.
Adjusting the Handlebar
Adjusting the PTA Lever
Chapter 4: Operating Your DRChapter 4: Operating Your DR TRIMMER/MOWER TRIMMER/MOWER
Electric-Starting
Manual-Starting
Stopping the Engine
Engaging the Trimmer Head
Stopping the Cords from Spinning
Using PTA (Parallel Trimming Action)
WARNING! Use caution when edging along gravel paths and
driveways. Flying debris can cause serious damage.
Engaging the PTA
Returning to Flat and Forward Mode
Your Machines Cutting Cords
cutting cords.
may damage the machine.
Installing Cords
Important! When using PTA (Parallel Trimming Action), install the
cutting cords in one of the bottom four line plates. Installing the cutting
cords on the upper line plates can cause the cord to hit the wheel. For iftiiPTAUiPTA 10
Cord Tips
Adjusting the Cutting Height
The Mow Ball Support
feature, install the cutting cords in one of the four bottom line plates only.
Obstacle Tips
driveways or over loose stones or mulch with the trimmer head
Heavy Growth
Wet Conditions
Very Dry Conditions
overheating and engine damage.
Slopes
Windrows
Chapter 5: Maintaining the DRChapter 5: Maintaining the DR TRIMME TRIMMER/MOWERR/MOWER
Regular Maintenance
the spark plug wire before performing any maintenance procedure.
manufacturers owners manual. Please follow the recommendations
WARNING! Always allow the engine to cool completely and remove
Battery Care (For Electric-Starting Models Only)
Connecting a Battery Charger
Removing and Reinstalling the Mow-Ball Support Assembly
Reassembling the Mow-Ball Support Assembly
engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Reassemble the components in the
order shown in Figure 21
Removing the Stone Guard Flap
Removing and Replacing the Bottom Shield
Removing and Replacing the Belt
WARNING! Before performing any maintenance procedure, stop the
store variety belts.
engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Important! Use only DR belts on your machine. Do not use hardware
Adjusting the Belt Tension Through the Trimmer Control Cable
engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
(see Figure 24), and is not frayed, worn or stretched.
Removing and Replacing the Side Shield
engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Removing the Wheels
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting and WarrantyChapter 6: Troubleshooting and Warranty
Troubleshooting Table
Are you priming? Push the primer bulb 3 to 5 times, releasing completely
Are you using fresh, clean gas? If the gas is old, change it. Use a fuel
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1-Year Limited Warranty Terms and Conditions
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