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DR ALL-TERRAIN FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions Manual

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DR
ALL-TERRAIN
FIELD and BRUSH MOWER
Safety & Operating Instructions
Please read through these Operating Instructions and the Engine Manufacturer's Owner's Manual to
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become familiar with the basic features of the DR
ALL-TERRAIN
FIELD and BRUSH MOWER
before operating it.

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  • Page 1 FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions Please read through these Operating Instructions and the Engine Manufacturer’s Owner's Manual to ® ® become familiar with the basic features of the DR ALL-TERRAIN FIELD and BRUSH MOWER before operating it.
  • Page 3 And congratulations on your purchase of a new DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER! ® We have done our utmost to ensure that your DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER will be one of the most trouble-free and satisfying pieces of equipment you have ever owned.
  • Page 4 100% satisfied with your DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER, please write or call us at 1- 800-DR-OWNER (376-9637). We'll do everything possible to answer your questions or make ® things right—even if it means that you return your DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER for a full refund of its purchase price, shipping costs included.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    PARTS LIST ..................................25 MAIN FRAME ASSEMBLY............................27 WHEEL/AXLE ASSEMBLY ............................28 HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY............................29 BRUSH MOWER DECK ASSEMBLY..........................30 WIRING DIAGRAMS ..............................31 ® DAILY CHECK LIST FOR THE DR FIELD AND BRUSH MOWER..........BACK COVER ® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions...
  • Page 6 ® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions...

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    Safety Information ® We want you to enjoy years of productive use from your DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER. We don't want you to get injured, so please take a few moments to read the following guidelines for safely operating your new machine.

  • Page 8: Warning To All California And Other Users

    Under California law, and the laws of some other states, you are not permitted to operate an internal ® combustion engine using hydrocarbon fuels without an engine spark arrester. All DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWERS shipped to California and Washington state are provided with spark arresters.

  • Page 9: Before Starting

    Before Starting ® Your DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER is shipped completely assembled. Just CHECK THE OIL LEVEL AND ADD GAS, and you're ready to go! Supplies Needed: · SAE30 HD (High Detergent) oil (if needed) · fresh unleaded gas Check the Oil and Add Gas 1.

  • Page 10: Controls & Features

    Controls & Features Note: Kawasaki Model shown. Figure 3 ® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions...

  • Page 11: Operating Instructions

    4. Move the throttle to the RUN position. Engaging the Wheel Drive ® The DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER has a four-speed forward transmission and single-speed reverse. Forward speeds range from 1.4 mph in first gear to 4.3 mph in fourth gear. Use the lower gears for mowing in thick, woody vegetation and the higher gears for wide-open areas and lighter vegetation, or as "travel gears."...

  • Page 12: Stopping The Blade

    Stopping the Blade Push the blade control lever forward to OFF. Note: Releasing the operator presence lever while the blade is engaged will cause the engine to shut off. Stopping the Engine 1. Push the blade control lever forward to OFF. 2.

  • Page 13: Locking The Wheel Differential

    Slopes Figure 4 · ® We do not recommend using the DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER continuously on slopes greater than 25 degrees. Doing so could deprive the engine of oil and cause it to overheat. · When moving across moderate slopes, in ditches, etc., locking the differential will...

  • Page 14: If The Machine Gets Hung Up

    If the machine gets hung up... · Disengage the blade. Do not try to free the machine from stumps or debris while the blade is engaged. · Try putting the machine in reverse and backing away from the obstacle. · Try pushing down on the handlebars to lift the mowing deck over the obstacle (Figure 7).

  • Page 15: General Maintenance

    For Engine Maintenance, Please Refer to the Engine Manufacturer's Owner's Manual. ® ™ IMPORTANT: Because of the demanding conditions the DR ALL-TERRAIN FIELD and BRUSH MOWER is used in, air filters and oil should be changed more frequently than is recommended in your Engine Manufacturer's Owner's Manual. Please follow these recommendations: Paper Air Filter: Should be replaced every 25 hours of operation.
  • Page 16 · The mower spindle (Figure 10) should have 3-4 pumps every 100 operating hours. Note: Over greasing will cause grease to leak out of the seals onto the mower drive belt. Unless instructed otherwise, pump only until you feel slight resistance (1-2 pumps).

  • Page 17: Battery

    Charging the Battery ® If the battery loses its charge, you'll need to use a trickle charger (like the DR Battery Charger) to recharge it. The charger should have an output of 12 volts at no more than 6-8 amps.

  • Page 18: Belts

    Belts To Remove the Blade Belt Tools Needed: · 1/2" socket with extension · 1/2" wrench · vise grip pliers WARNING: Always remove the spark plug wire before servicing your machine. 1. Remove the black belt guard: Unscrew the black knob, lift the cover and pull up and back to remove it.
  • Page 19 5. Remove the 5/16" x 2" cap screw from the pivot tube (Figure 17). 6. Push the deck back to create slack on the belt. Then pull the belt forward and drop it down off the blade clutch pulley. 7. Twist the other end of the belt and drop it off the 3"...
  • Page 20 To Remove the Drive Belt Tools Needed: · 7/16" socket · 1/2" socket · 5/8" wrench WARNING: Always remove the spark plug wire before servicing your machine. 1. Drain the oil and gas and remove the air filters. 2. Remove the black belt guard. Unscrew the black knob, lift the cover and pull back and up to remove it.

  • Page 21: Blade

    To Replace the Drive Belt Tools Needed: · 7/16" socket · 1/2" socket · 5/8" wrench WARNING: Always remove the spark plug wire before servicing your machine. 1. Mount the new belt over the 6" transmission pulley (Figure 22). 2. Place the belt in the belt guide and slide the belt guide forward, making sure it is under the flat washers.

  • Page 22: Differential

    4. Mount the new blade, washer and lock nut. Note: Be sure the blade is seated completely over the small ridge in the spindle hub before tightening the lock nut (Figure 24). Figure 24 Differential It is important to keep the differential parts lubricated. See page 12 for maintenance instructions. To Adjust the Differential If the differential locks while in the disengaged position, follow the instructions below to adjust it.

  • Page 23: Drive Chain

    Drive Chain To Adjust the Drive Chain This adjustment should be done after the 1 and 10 hours of use, then every subsequent ten hours of use, to remove any slack or looseness from the chain. Tools Needed: • (2) 1/2" wrenches WARNING: Always remove the spark plug wire before servicing your machine.

  • Page 24: Wheel Clutch

    2. Loosen (don't remove) the chain drive adjustment bolt See instructions on Page 19. This will take tension off the chain and make it easier to remove. 3. Remove the master chain link (Figure 29). First remove the lock clip (A) with a flat- head screwdriver and pliers.

  • Page 25: Blade Engagement Cable

    Blade Engagement Cable If the blade won't cut, or seems to slip in heavy material, check the blade engagement cable. Remove the black belt guard and measure the length of the blade clutch spring (the spring that attaches the cable to the blade clutch) (Figure 31).

  • Page 26: End Of Season & Storage

    If your engine has a fuel filter, replace it. · ® If your DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER will be idle for more than 30 days, we recommend using a gas stabilizer. This will prevent the carburetor from gumming up. If there is dirt or moisture in the gas, remove it by draining the tank.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting WARNING: Always disengage the blade, turn off the engine and remove the spark plug wire before servicing your machine. Please refer to the Engine Manufacturer's Owner's Manual for specific engine maintenance and troubleshooting information. Belts Þ A pulley groove may be nicked. Check the belt The belt frays or rolls over the pulley for wear and hard spots.
  • Page 28 Þ Try engaging the wheel differential. Wheels are slipping Þ Check the tire pressure. There should be 14 psi Wheels pulling left or right in each tire. For technical assistance call Toll-Free 1(800)DR-OWNER (376-9637). ® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions...

  • Page 29: Parts List

    Parts List Please refer to the schematic drawings starting on page 27. Note: Not all parts listed appear on the drawings. Ref# Part# Description Ref# Part# Description 100831 10.5 HP IC B&S Electric-Start 100641 Cap, Mower Engagement Lever Engine 101801 Nylon Washer 1"...
  • Page 30 Ref# Part# Description Ref# Part# Description 101631 Anti-Rotation Strap 111501 Bolt, HHCS, 1/4" - 28 x 3/4" 131081 Drive Chain, #41, w/Link & 1/2, 111491 Bolt, HHCS, 1/4" x 1" 54 Tooth Sprocket 111511 Bolt, HHCS, 3/8" x 1-1/2" 110601 Master Link #41 111571 Bolt, HHCS, 5/16"...

  • Page 31: Main Frame Assembly

    Main Frame Assembly Please Note: The circled numbers match the first column of numbers on the parts list. Figure 34 ® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions...

  • Page 32: Wheel/Axle Assembly

    Wheel/Axle Assembly Please Note: The circled numbers match the first column of numbers on the parts list. Figure 35 ® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions...

  • Page 33: Handlebar Assembly

    Handlebar Assembly Please Note: The circled numbers match the first column of numbers on the parts list. Figure 36 ® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions...

  • Page 34: Brush Mower Deck Assembly

    Brush Mower Deck Assembly Please Note: The circled numbers match the first column of numbers on the parts list. Figure 37 ® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions...

  • Page 35: Wiring Diagrams

    Wiring Diagrams Electric-starting models only Kawasaki 14.0 HP Fig\ Tecumseh 12.5 HP ure 38 ® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions...
  • Page 36 Wiring Diagrams (cont.) Electric-starting models only Figure 39 Briggs & Stratton 10.5 HP ® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions...
  • Page 37 Notes...
  • Page 38 Notes...

  • Page 40: Daily Check List For The Dr Field And Brush Mower

    ® Daily Check List for the DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER OIL: With the machine on a level surface, remove the oil fill cap and check the oil level. Fill the reservoir according to the dipstick with SAE30 motor oil.

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