DR® TRIMMER/MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions 1
Chapter 1: Introducing the DRChapter 1: Introducing the DR TRIMMER/MOWER TRIMMER/MOWER
Thank you for the purchase of your new DR TRIMMER/MOWER. Over 500,000 people have
chosen the DR TRIMMER/MOWER since 1987 to help make property care faster and easier
than ever before.
This manual is shipped with DR TRIMMER/MOWER SPRINT, PRO, and COMMERCIAL
models. It will help you set up and safely operate your new DR TRIMMER/MOWER. Careful
adherence to the safety and operating instructions in this manual will ensure many years of
productive use.
Please let us know if you have any questions or problems by contacting us via e-mail or our
toll-free phone number. Our contact information is listed inside the front cover of this
manual. When you call or write, please have your serial number or order number available
so we can help you quickly.

About This Manual

This manual is broken down into six main chapters:
Chapter 1: Introducing the DR TRIMMER/MOWER
Explains the organization of this manual.
Provides contact information for Country Home Products, Inc.
Chapter 2: Safety Considerations
Explains guidelines for safe operation of your machine.
Chapter 3: Setting Up Your DR TRIMMER/MOWER
Provides instructions for setting up and using your machine after shipment.
Chapter 4: Operating Your DR TRIMMER/MOWER
Provides instructions for starting and stopping the machine’s engine.
Explains the many cutting and trimming features of your machine.
Provides tips for dealing with obstacles.
Chapter 5: Maintaining the DR TRIMMER/MOWER
Provides machine maintenance tips.
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting and Warranty
Lists common problems and their solutions.
Explains how to contact Country Home Products, Inc. should you need further
assistance.
Provides warranty information.
In addition to these chapters, there is a section at the end of this manual for your notes as
well as a checklist of daily maintenance procedures on the back cover which will keep your
trimmer performing well for years to come.