DR A2080BEA Safety, Operation & Maintenance Instructions

DR A2080BEA Safety, Operation & Maintenance Instructions

30" single stage snow thrower for use with dr all-terrain mowers a2080bma, a2080bea, a2105bea, a2125tea, a2150kea, a2090tma, a2090tea, a2110bea, a2130bea & a2150kea

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DR
SNOW THROWER
Safety, Operation & Maintenance Instructions
Model: 8157
®
30" Single Stage SNOW THROWER for use with DR
ALL-TERRAIN
MOWERS
Models: A2080BMA, A2080BEA, A2105BEA, A2125TEA, A2150KEA, A2090TMA, A2090TEA,
A2110BEA, A2130BEA & A2150KEA
SERIAL NO. 2015280 and up
OM 0308
10/02

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  • Page 1 Safety, Operation & Maintenance Instructions Model: 8157 ® ™ 30" Single Stage SNOW THROWER for use with DR ALL-TERRAIN MOWERS Models: A2080BMA, A2080BEA, A2105BEA, A2125TEA, A2150KEA, A2090TMA, A2090TEA, A2110BEA, A2130BEA & A2150KEA SERIAL NO. 2015280 and up OM 0308 10/02...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION – TO THE PURCHASER...4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS...5 Before Operation ...5 Notice...6 ® The DR SNOW THROWER ...6 Before Operation ...6 ® Operating the DR SNOW THROWER ...7 Maintenance...8 Storage...8 DECALS...9 ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION ...10 Step 1: Preparation ...10 Step 2: Chute Installation ...11 Step 3: Installation...12 Step 4: Belt Installation ...12...
  • Page 4: Introduction - To The Purchaser

    INTRODUCTION To the Purchaser This product is designed to give safe, dependable service if it is operated and maintained according to these instructions. Read and understand this manual before operation. This manual has been prepared to assist the owner/operators in the safe operation and suitable maintenance of the DR THROWER.
  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This symbol, the industry's “Safety Alert Symbol” is used throughout this manual and on the machine's labels to warn of the possibility of personal injury. Read these instructions carefully. It is essential that you read the instructions and safety regulations before you attempt to assemble or use this unit.
  • Page 6: Notice

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Notice… A safe operator is the best assurance against accidents. All operators, no matter how experienced they may be, should read this operator's manual and all other related manuals before attempting to operate a ® SNOW THROWER. Please read the following section and pay particular attention to all safety recommendations contained in this manual and those labeled on the DR ®...
  • Page 7: Operating The Dr

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ® Operating the DR THROWER ® Never operate the DR SNOW THROWER without good visibility and lighting. 1. Do not make mechanical adjustments while the unit is in motion, the DR THROWER is raised, or the engine is running.
  • Page 8: Maintenance

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Maintenance ALWAYS USE GENUINE PARTS WHEN REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED WARNING: Always disconnect the spark plug wire before servicing your machine. ® 1. Park the DR ALL-TERRAIN on level ground, set the parking brake, disengage the driving system, place all levers including auxiliary control levers in neutral, shut off the engine and remove the spark plug wire BEFORE making any...
  • Page 9: Decals

    DECALS Replace Immediately if Damaged (See Parts section for decal location) 657762 660988 660263 660265 657761 ® SNOW THROWER Safety, Operation & Maintenance Instructions...
  • Page 10: Assembly & Installation

    ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION Step 1: Preparation (Figure 1) After opening the crate and removing all the cardboard, remove the box containing the chute and the instructions (item 2). 1. Remove the two screws (item 4) that retain the housing (item 1) on the pallet (item 3). 2.
  • Page 11: Step 2: Chute Installation

    ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION Step 2: Chute Installation (Figure 2) ® For assembly, place the DR THROWER on a flat and level surface. 1. Place the chute (item 1) on the discharge hole (item 2) around the DR THROWER. 2. Install the three retaining plates (item 3) using the six 1/4"...
  • Page 12: Step 3: Installation

    ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION WARNING: Before installing the DR SNOW THROWER, always bring the DR ™ TERRAIN MOWER to a complete stop, shut off the engine and remove the spark plug wire. Step 3: Installation (Figure 3) 1. Remove the mowing deck from the DR ™...
  • Page 13: Step 5: Rotation Handle Installation

    ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION Step 5: Rotation Handle Installation (Figure 5) 1. On the left side handlebar of the DR ™ TERRAIN MOWER, install the rotation handle support (item 1) at approximately 28" from the ground, using the U-bolt (item 2), plate and nuts.
  • Page 14: Step 6: Optional Drift Cutters Installation

    ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION Step 6: Optional Drift Cutters - 8173 Installation (Figure 7) 1. From the exterior of the housing, align the two square holes on the drift cutter (item 1) with the two round holes on the housing. 2. From the outside, insert the 5/16" x 5/8" carriage bolts (item 2).
  • Page 15: Operation

    OPERATION Operating Controls ® The DR SNOW THROWER is driven from the ® ™ ALL-TERRAIN MOWER drive pulley. WARNING: 1. Do not allow bystanders near working area. 2. Do not allow anyone to ride on the DR SNOW THROWER. 3. Before cleaning, adjusting or repairing the ®...
  • Page 16: General Preparation

    OPERATION General Preparation 1. Use a winter grade oil in your DR ™ TERRAIN MOWER. See the engine manufacturer's owner's manual. 2. Make sure that the auger operates freely. 3. Adjust the skid shoes so that the DR SNOW THROWER runs level. ®...
  • Page 17: Snow Removal Methods

    OPERATION Snow Removal Methods When removing snow, do not use the DR ® SNOW THROWER work its way through deep drifts. If the speed of your DR ® MOWER is too fast, the DR ® raise the DR SNOW THROWER and remove the top layers of snow, or take a half-width pass. A ®...
  • Page 18: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE ALWAYS USE GENUINE PARTS WHEN REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED WARNING: Never park the DR ™ 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.
  • Page 19: Shear Bolt Replacement

    MAINTENANCE Shear Bolt Replacement (Figure 11) If you strike a foreign object (wood, stone, etc.) there is a safety shear bolt on the driving system. This shear bolt will break, eliminating any driving force to the auger. WARNING: Always disconnect the spark plug wire before servicing your machine.
  • Page 20: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Country Home Products Single Stage DR Overall width Overall height (without chute) Overall height (with chute) Overall length Cutting width Cutting height Frame thickness Side thickness Number of stages Drive Drive pulley Idler belt adjustment Auger drive Ratio Auger RPM...
  • Page 21: Parts

    PARTS Introduction All parts are illustrated in “exploded views” which show the individual parts in their normal relationship to each other. Reference numbers are used in the illustrations. These numbers correspond to those in the “Reference Number” (REF) column, and are followed by the description and quantity required.
  • Page 22: 30" Dr Snow Thrower - 8157

    PARTS 30" DR SNOW THROWER - 8157 ® ® SNOW THROWER Safety, Operation & Maintenance Instruction...
  • Page 23 PARTS 30" DR SNOW THROWER - 8157 ® DESCRIPTION Frame Cutting edge Auger Driving shaft Protective shield Chain guard Belt cover Skid shoes Belt tensioner Bearing flange Pulley 5 3/4" dia. Pulley 4 1/4" dia. Pulley 4 15/16" dia. Bearing dia. 1" Bearing dia.
  • Page 24: Chute With Deflector

    PARTS Chute with deflector DESCRIPTION Chute ass'y Chute base Deflector Retaining plate Plastic ring Knob Nylon washer dia. 7/16" Carriage bolt 5/16" NC x 5/8" Machine screw 10-32 NC x 5/8" Nylon insert locknut 5/16" NC Nylon insert locknut 5mm x 0.8 Decal "Warning"...
  • Page 25: Manual Chute Rotation System

    PARTS Manual chute rotation system DESCRIPTION Rotation handle Worm shaft Plastic bushing Handle support Flat washer 41/64" Cotter pin 1/8" x 1 3/4" Hairpin 1/16" x 1 5/8" U bolt 1/4" NC x 1 1/8", including nuts and plate O/L = Obtain Locally ®...
  • Page 26: Optional Drift Cutters - 8173

    PARTS Optional Drift Cutters - 8173 DESCRIPTION Flange nut 5/16" NC Drift cutters Carriage bolt 5/16" NC x 5/8" Gr.5 O/L = Obtain Locally ® SNOW THROWER Safety, Operation & Maintenance Instructions PART # 665746...
  • Page 27: Torque Specification Table

    TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE Use the following torques when special torques are not given NOTE: These values apply to fasteners as received from supplier, dry, or when lubricated with normal engine oil. They do not apply if special graphited or moly sidulphide greases or other extreme pressure lubricants are used. This applies to both UNF and UNC threads. SEE Grade No.
  • Page 28: Warranty

    SNOW THROWER is fit for ordinary purposes for which a product of this type is used. Country Home Products, Inc. however, limits the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness in duration to a period of one (1) year in consumer use, ninety (90) days in any other use.

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