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1-800-D DR-OWNER (37 76-9637) Fax: 1-802 2-877-1213 Serial No. Website: w www.DRpower r.com Order No. ead and unde erstand this m manual and a ll instruction s before ope rating the DR R PILOT 4 Cy ycle Tiller/Cul ltivator.
NOTE: This information may be helpful to you. We have done our utmost to ensure that your DR PILOT 4 Cycle Tiller/Cultivator will be one of the most trouble-free and satisfying pieces of equipment you have ever owned. Please let us know of any questions you may have. We want to answer them as quickly as possible.
We recommend wearing long pants and gloves while using this machine. Be sure the gloves fit properly and do not have loose cuffs or drawstrings. Never place your hands, feet, or any part of your body near the Tines when starting the Engine or while the DR PILOT 4 Cycle Tiller/Cultivator’s Engine is running. ...
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Use the DR PILOT 4 Cycle Tiller/Cultivator only in daylight. Do not hurry or take things for granted when using the DR PILOT 4 Cycle Tiller/Cultivator. When in doubt about the machine or your surroundings, stop the machine and take time to look things over.
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If the DR PILOT 4 Cycle Tiller/Cultivator Engine should stall, raise the Tines out of the soil by pushing down on the Handlebars. Never squeeze the Throttle Lever when the Tines are already in the ground.
Chapter 2: Setting up your DR PILOT 4 Cycle Tiller/Cultivator This chapter outlines a few simple steps you will need to follow to set up your new machine before you use it. It may be helpful to familiarize yourself with the controls and features on your new machine by reviewing Figure 1 on the following page before beginning the steps outlined in this chapter.
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DR PILOT 4 Cycle Tiller/Cultivator Controls and Features NOTE: The model shown in Figure 1 may look slightly different from your machine. Figure 1 CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.com...
1. Carefully lift the DR PILOT 4 Cycle Tiller/Cultivator out of the carton and set the machine upright with the Tines and Wheels on a level surface.
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Tines, and then reinsert the Detent Pin (Figure 3). 7. Do not discard your packaging material until you are fully satisfied with your new DR PILOT 4 Cycle Tiller/Cultivator.
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5. Unscrew and check dipstick. If no oil shows on the dipstick, refill so that the oil level appears between the low and high marks on the dipstick (Figure 5). 6. Change oil if contaminated. Figure 4 Figure 5 ® PILOT 4 Cycle Tiller/Cultivator...
DO NOT remove spark plug and attempt to start engine. Flammable fuel can spray out & ignite from a spark from spark plug. Note: If engine fails to start after following starting procedures, please contact us at www.DRpower.com or call 1-800-DR- OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.
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1. To stop engine, push ON/OFF switch on the right side handlebar to the OFF position. Never stop the Engine by moving the Choke Lever to the CHOKE position. This could cause an Engine backfire resulting in Engine damage. ® PILOT 4 Cycle Tiller/Cultivator...
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Adjusting Wheels and Drag Stake TO ADJUST WHEELS UP OR DOWN: The wheels on the Tiller/Cultivator can be adjusted to one of three positions (Figure 7). The LOW wheel position is used for transporting the cultivator across a smooth level surface while the engine is not running.
Chapter 4: Maintaining the DR PILOT 4 Cycle Tiller/Cultivator Before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection, flip the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position to stop the engine, wait five minutes to allow all parts to cool. Disconnect the spark plug wire, keeping it away from the spark plug.
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5. Reinsert dipstick or oil fill cap and tighten. Spark Plug The recommended spark plug is a NGK CMR6A. For maintenance and care of the spark plug please contact us at www.DRpower.com or call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance. Carburetor Never tamper with factory setting of the carburetor.
Note: Tines can be reversed so the pointed tip of the tines are directed forward - for more aggressive digging. In this arrangement, tines are positioned left to right D, C, B, A as viewed from the user’s position ® PILOT 4 Cycle Tiller/Cultivator...
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Most problems are easy to fix. Consult the Troubleshooting Table for common problems and their solutions. If you continue to experience problems, visit our website at www.DRpower.com or call: 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for support. Before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection,...
Chapter 6: Parts Lists and Schematic Diagrams Parts List - Handlebar Assembly NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment. Ref# Part# Description 35919 Upper Left Handlebar Assembly Grey 35920 Upper Right Handlebar Assembly Grey 35921 Knob Textured Handle Grip...
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S Schematic Diagram - Handleba a r Assembly y 092214 CALL TOLL L FREE 1-800- - DR-OWNER R...
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Parts List – Hood and Tines Assembly NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment. Ref# Part# Description 26123 Tine Shield 26119 Transmission Assembly 26115 Tine -C- Assembly 26117 Tine -D- Assembly 26128 Hairpin 5/8-3/4 26116 Tine -B- Assembly...
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S Schematic Diagram – – Hood and d Tines Ass s embly 092214 CALL TOLL L FREE 1-800- - DR-OWNER R...
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Parts List – Engine Assembly NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment. Ref# Part# Description Ref# Part# Description 39995 Bolt M5 X 0.8 X 16 Mm W/Washer 40016 Recoil Assembly 39996 Air Filter Cover 40017 Oil Cap With O-Ring...
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Parts List - Transmission Assembly NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment. Ref# Part# Description 39908 Transmission Assembly 26121 Dust Cap 26118 Fiber Washer 39909 Tine Shaft Seal 5* 39910 Transmission Casting Left 26127 Nut M6 Nylock...
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Schematic Diagram - Transmission Assembly CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.com...
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If your DR PILOT 4 Cycle Tiller/Cultivator will be idle for more than 30 days, we recommend using a fuel stabilizer. This will prevent sediment from gumming up the carburetor. If there is dirt or moisture in the fuel or tank, remove it by draining the tank.
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