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- Page 1 ® TRIMMER/MOWER™ SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ® Models: SPRINT , PRO, COMMERCIAL and SELF- PROPELLED READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING THIS TRIMMER/MOWER.
- Page 2 DR TRIMMER/MOWER! We have done our utmost to ensure that your DR TRIMMER/MOWER 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Additional Information and Potential Changes ................... 8 CHAPTER 3 ..............................9 SETTING UP YOUR DR TRIMMER/MOWER..................9 DR TRIMMER/MOWER Controls and Features ................10 Unpacking the DR TRIMMER/MOWER..................... 11 Adding the Engine Oil and Gasoline....................12 Connecting the Battery Wire (Electric-Starting Models Only) ............13 Adjusting the Handlebar ........................ - Page 4 Support Assembly..................31 ™ Reassembling the Mow-Ball Support Assembly ................32 ® Removing the Stone Guard Flap - SPRINT , PRO, and COMMERCIAL .......... 33 Removing and Replacing Section:...................... 33 ® Bottom Shield - SPRINT , PRO, and COMMERCIAL ..........33 Bottom Shield - SELF-PROPELLED................
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Page 5: Chapter 1
INSTRUCTION COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO YOUR MACHINE OR PROPERTY. Tip: This is a helpful hint to guide you in getting the most out of your DR TRIMMER/MOWER. Tools Needed: This indicates you will need a special tool to perform a maintenance function on your Trimmer/Mower. - Page 6 ® TRIMMER/MOWER...
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Page 7: Chapter 2
Labels Your DR TRIMMER/MOWER carries prominent labels as reminders for its proper and safe use. Shown below are copies of all the labels that appear on the equipment. Take a moment to study them and make a note of their location... - Page 8 Make sure you add oil before starting the engine; the unit shipped without oil. Fill the oil reservoir slowly to make sure you do not overfill it. (#12781) To avoid injury, keep your hands and feet away from the spinning cords. (#13649) This is a warning about the danger inherent in the spinning cords.
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Page 9: Protecting Yourself And Those Around You
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THIS MACHINE: • ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GOGGLES OR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS WHILE MOWING TO PROTECT YOUR EYES FROM POSSIBLE THROWN DEBRIS. GOGGLES ARE PROVIDED WITH YOUR DR TRIMMER/MOWER. • AVOID WEARING LOOSE CLOTHING OR JEWELRY, WHICH CAN CATCH ON THE MOWER’S MOVING PARTS. -
Page 10: Safety For Children And Pets
BE ALERT AND TURN THE MACHINE OFF IF CHILDREN OR PETS ENTER THE WORK AREA. • NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE THE DR TRIMMER/MOWER. Safety with Gasoline - Powered Engines GASOLINE IS A HIGHLY FLAMMABLE LIQUID. GASOLINE ALSO GIVES OFF FLAMMABLE VAPOR THAT CAN BE EASILY IGNITED AND CAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION. -
Page 11: General Safety
General Safety DEATH YOU MUST SAFELY OPERATE THE DR TRIMMER/MOWER TO PREVENT OR MINIMIZE THE RISK OF OR SERIOUS INJURY . UNSAFE OPERATION CAN CREATE A NUMBER OF HAZARDS FOR YOU. ALWAYS TAKE THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING THIS MOWER: •... -
Page 12: A Note To All Users
• WHILE USING THE DR TRIMMER/MOWER, DO NOT HURRY OR TAKE THINGS FOR GRANTED. WHEN IN DOUBT ABOUT THE EQUIPMENT OR YOUR SURROUNDINGS, STOP THE MACHINE AND TAKE THE TIME TO LOOK THINGS OVER. MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE 100% CONTROL OF THE MOWER AT ALL TIMES. -
Page 13: Chapter 3
CHAPTER 3 SETTING UP YOUR DR TRIMMER/MOWER This chapter outlines unpacking and 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 machine by reviewing the pictures in the next section before beginning the steps outlined in this chapter. -
Page 14: Dr Trimmer/Mower Controls And Features
DR TRIMMER/MOWER Controls and Features NOTE: The models shown in Figure 1 may look slightly different from your machine. Bail Bar Throttle ™ Lever Bail Bar Spring Recoil Starter Oil Fill Switch Fuel Fill Handlebar Adjuster Primer Bulb Oil Filter ™... -
Page 15: Unpacking The Dr Trimmer/Mower
Large (Blue, .175") 1. With the shipping box placed with the arrows up (Trimmer Wheels down) and with help of another person, open the box and carefully remove your new DR TRIMMER/MOWER from the box and rest ™ the machine on the wheels and Mow-Ball Support. -
Page 16: Adding The Engine Oil And Gasoline
Adding the Engine Oil and Gasoline • YOU MUST ADD OIL BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE. THIS MACHINE SHIPPED WITHOUT OIL. TRACES OF OIL MAY BE IN THE RESERVOIR FROM FACTORY TESTING, BUT YOU MUST ADD OIL BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE. FILL THE RESERVOIR SLOWLY, CHECKING THE DIPSTICK FREQUENTLY TO AVOID OVERFILLING. -
Page 17: Connecting The Battery Wire (Electric-Starting Models Only)
1. Connect the black wire by pushing the plastic connector onto the negative (–) battery terminal as shown in Figure 3. NOTE: The red wire should already be attached to the positive terminal. Connect Black Battery Wire (-) Battery Terminal Push on Figure 3 CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER... -
Page 18: Adjusting The Handlebar
Adjusting the Handlebar ™ It is important to find a Handlebar height that allows the Mow-Ball Support to glide along the ground and remain balanced so you do not have to push down or pull up on the Handlebar. At the proper height, your hands should rest at a comfortable level and the front end of the Trimmer should ™... -
Page 19: Adjusting The Pta ™ (Parallel Trimming Action) Lever - Sprint ® , Pro And Commercial
™ ® Adjusting the PTA (Parallel Trimming Action) Lever - SPRINT , PRO and COMMERCIAL BEFORE PERFORMING ANY ADJUSTMENT, MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION, STOP THE ENGINE, WAIT FIVE (5) MINUTES TO ALLOW PARTS TO COOL AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE, KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUG. - Page 20 ® TRIMMER/MOWER...
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Page 21: Chapter 4
WIRE, KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUG. Before Starting the Engine 1. Check the oil level every time you use the DR TRIMMER/MOWER (Figure 2 on page 13). 2. Check the gas level (Figure 2 on page 13). 3. Open the fuel Shut-Off Valve (on top of the Kawasaki gas tank only). -
Page 22: Electric-Starting
One or two pulls usually starts the DR TRIMMER/MOWER. It may be necessary to repeat the priming operation if the machine does not start within two pulls. -
Page 23: Engaging The Trimmer Head
Engaging the Wheel Drive - SELF-PROPELLED model The SELF-PROPELLED DR TRIMMER/MOWER has a single speed forward transmission. 1. Gently squeeze the Clutch Lever (Figure 1 on page 10) to engage the wheel drive. 2. Release the Clutch Lever to stop the wheel drive. -
Page 24: Using The Pta ™ (Parallel Trimming Action) - Sprint ® , Pro And Commercial Models Only
When using PTA along garden edges, fences, and buildings, we recommend making your first pass with the DR TRIMMER/MOWER in the Normal mowing position, staying 4 to 8 inches from the obstacle; ™ and then return for another pass with the machine in PTA mode. -
Page 25: Engaging The Pta
™ ™ Lever locked in PTA ™ 4. Release the PTA Lever. This locks the Axle in the Normal operation mode (Figure 8). Wheel Removed ™ Lever locked in Normal Mode Wheel Removed Figure 8 CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER... -
Page 26: The Dr Trimmer/Mower Cutting Cords
The DR TRIMMER/MOWER Cutting Cords BEFORE PERFORMING ANY ADJUSTMENT, MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION, STOP THE ENGINE, WAIT FIVE (5) MINUTES TO ALLOW PARTS TO COOL AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE, KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUG. RUNNING THE TRIMMER WITH ONLY ONE CORD INSTALLED, OR CORDS INSTALLED AT OTHER THAN 180 DEGREES APART CAN CAUSE EXCESSIVE VIBRATION AND MAY DAMAGE THE MACHINE. -
Page 27: Installing Cords
Installing Cords The Cord installation method is shown in Figures 11–13. Your DR TRIMMER/MOWER shipped from the factory with the Cords installed in this manner. ™ WHEN USING PTA , INSTALL THE CUTTING CORDS IN ONE OF THE BOTTOM FOUR LINE PLATES. -
Page 28: Cord Tips
Cord Tips We ship three (3) thicknesses of Cutting Cord with your DR TRIMMER/MOWER. The Cords are Blue (175-mil), Green (155-mil) and Orange (130-mil). Because conditions and vegetation vary so much, you should experiment with Cord weights (diameters) to discover what works best for your particular mowing and trimming situations. -
Page 29: Adjusting The Cutting Height
Mow-Ball Support should glide on the ground as you maneuver the machine. To achieve the best and smoothest cut, do not lift up on the Handlebar while operating your DR TRIMMER/ MOWER. Lifting ™ the Handlebar will force weight down on the Mow-Ball Support. -
Page 30: Obstacle Tips
MACHINE OVER GRAVEL DRIVEWAYS OR OVER LOOSE STONES OR MULCH WITH THE TRIMMER HEAD SPINNING. Tip: The DR TRIMMER/MOWER discharges cut material to the right. Always try to cut and trim with the uncut tall grass or weeds on the left. -
Page 31: Heavy Growth
™ with the Mow-Ball Support close to the ground. • Ease the DR TRIMMER/MOWER into denser growth. If the material is too tough or woody to cut, the Cutting Cords will wrap around it, wear down, or even break off. -
Page 32: Wet Conditions
Windrows The DR TRIMMER/MOWER Cutting Cords cut even tall grass in just one pass, so you can collect clippings and leaves for mulch without raking. The machine ejects cut material to its right side, so you can use it like a lawn broom to make windrows for easy clean-up. -
Page 33: Chapter 5
This chapter covers regular maintenance procedures that will ensure the best performance and long life of your DR TRIMMER/MOWER. For engine maintenance, please refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual that came with your Trimmer. Service intervals listed in the checklist below supercede those listed in the Engine Owner’s Manual. -
Page 34: Battery Care (Electric-Start Models)
Operate the Trimmer engine for at least 45 minutes to maintain proper battery charge. If the battery loses its charge, you will 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 2 amps. -
Page 35: Call Toll Free 1-800-Dr-Owner
MINUTES TO ALLOW ALL PARTS COOL. DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE, KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUG. Tools Needed: You will need the Head Locking Tool supplied with your DR TRIMMER/MOWER or a #3 Phillips head screwdriver with at least a 6" shank. We recommend wearing Gloves when ™... -
Page 36: Reassembling The Mow-Ball Support Assembly
™ Reassembling the Mow-Ball Support Assembly BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION, STOP THE ENGINE, WAIT FIVE (5) MINUTES TO ALLOW ALL PARTS COOL. DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE, KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUG. IMPROPER INSTALLATION CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE TRIMMER BEARINGS. FOLLOWING THESE DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY WILL PROTECT YOUR MACHINE FROM DAMAGE. -
Page 37: Removing The Stone Guard Flap - Sprint , Pro, And Commercial
® Removing the Stone Guard Flap - SPRINT , PRO, and COMMERCIAL BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION, STOP THE ENGINE, WAIT FIVE (5) MINUTES TO ALLOW ALL PARTS COOL. DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE, KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUG. -
Page 38: Bottom Shield - Self-Propelled
4. Remove the third mounting Bolt and Washer from the front of the Frame on the outer edge near the Bearing Housing (Figure 23 on page 33). 5. Slide the Bottom Shield out from under the lip of the Side Shield and remove it. 6. -
Page 39: Trimmer Head Belt - All Models
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION, STOP THE ENGINE, WAIT FIVE (5) MINUTES TO ALLOW ALL PARTS COOL. DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE, KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUG. USE ONLY DR BELTS ON YOUR MACHINE. DO NOT USE HARDWARE STORE VARIETY BELTS. Lower Bearing Tools and Part Needed: Housing Plate •... -
Page 40: Drive Belt - Self-Propelled
5. Install a new DR Drive Belt around the upper Engine Pulley, rotate the Transmission Housing out, and slip the Drive Belt around the Transmission Pulley. Allow the Housing to return to its resting position with the Belt in place. -
Page 41: Brake Arm - All Models
NOTE: When replacing the Brake Actuator Rod, do not tighten the Nut against the Brake Arm. Leave the Nut just loose enough to allow the Rod to slide freely in the Brake Arm slot. Figure 31 CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER... -
Page 42: Side Shield - All Models
Bottom Shield Figure 32 ® Wheels - SPRINT , PRO and COMMERCIAL BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION, STOP THE ENGINE, WAIT FIVE (5) MINUTES TO ALLOW ALL PARTS COOL. DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE, KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUG. -
Page 43: Wheels - Self-Propelled
Trimmer backward, and freewheels when pushed forward. The wheel bearings are designed to be directional. Lock Nut Figure 34 CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER... -
Page 44: Engine Oil - All Models
3. Make sure to securely tighten the Gas Fill Cap. 4. Using the handle of the DR TRIMMER/MOWER, tip the machine to the left and drain the oil out through the Oil Filler Tube into a suitable receptacle (Figure 35). -
Page 45: Engine Oil Filter - Commercial And Self-Propelled
Filter 1/8 of a turn at a time. NOTE: If you are not reusing the oil, be sure to use environmentally safe disposal procedures in the disposing of the used oil and the used oil filter. CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER... -
Page 46: Adjusting The Trimmer Head Belt Tension Through The Trimmer Control Cable - All Models
Bail Bar Cable to put more tension on it. The Adjuster is located on the right ® Handlebar, just above the Throttle Control Lever for the SPRINT Spring PRO, and COMMERCIAL models and on the left Handlebar for the SELF-PROPELLED model. -
Page 47: Adjusting The Wheel Clutch - Self-Propelled
(5) MINUTES TO ALLOW ALL PARTS COOL. DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE, KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUG. If the SELF-PROPELLED DR TRIMMER/MOWER will not drive forward when you squeeze the Wheel Clutch Lever or if the machine moves forward without the operator squeezing the Wheel Clutch Lever (or the machine “walks”), you will have to adjust the Wheel Clutch Cable. -
Page 48: End Of Season And Storage
If your engine has a fuel filter, replace it. • If your DR TRIMMER/MOWER will be idle for more than 30 days, we recommend using a gas stabilizer. This will prevent sediment from gumming up the carburetor. If there is dirt or moisture in the gas or tank, remove it by draining the tank. -
Page 49: Chapter 6
⇒ If your engine still will not start, call 1(800) DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance. CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER... - Page 50 45 minutes at a time, the battery may need to be periodically charged. See the Battery Care section on page 30. ⇒ If your battery is charged and your DR TRIMMER/MOWER still won’t start, call 1(800) DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.
- Page 51 ⇒ If the Trimmer Head still will not spin, follow the procedure for “Adjusting the Belt Tension through the Trimmer Control Cable” on page 42. ⇒ If none of the above helps, call 1(800) DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance. The Trimmer Head ⇒...
- Page 52 ⇒ Are you installing the smaller Cord in the larger Cord slots? Please see page 23. ⇒ If none of the above helps, call 1(800) DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance. ™ ⇒ Have you adjusted the Handlebar up or down? If so, you may need to adjust the (Parallel ™...
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Page 54: Chapter 7
CHAPTER 7 PARTS LISTS, SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS AND WARRANTY ® Parts List - Handlebar Assembly - SPRINT , PRO and COMMERCIAL NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through Country Home Products, Inc. Ref# Part# Description Ref# Part# Description ™ 110 143901... -
Page 55: Schematic - Handlebar Assembly - Sprint , Pro And Commercial
® Schematic - Handlebar Assembly - SPRINT , PRO and COMMERCIAL 050919 CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER... -
Page 56: Parts List - Axle Assembly - Sprint ® , Pro And Commercial
® Parts List - Axle Assembly - SPRINT , PRO and COMMERCIAL NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through Country Home Products, Inc. Ref# Part# Description 112381 Washer, Flat, 1/4", ZP 110761 Nut, Nylon Locking, 5/16"-18 151401 Bolt, 1/4"-20 x 3/4", Tri-Lobe (PRO, COMMERCIAL) 111581 Bolt, 5/16"-18 x 1", HHCS, GR 2, ZP... -
Page 57: Schematic - Axle Assembly - Sprint ® , Pro And Commercial
® Schematic - Axle Assembly - SPRINT , PRO and COMMERCIAL 050919 CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER... -
Page 58: Parts List - Main Frame Assembly - All Models
144091 Pulley, Idler #2, 2-5/8" OD (PRO, COMMERCIAL) 144511 Bolt, Carriage, 10-24 x 5/8" 143771 Shield, Outer, Lower (SPRINT – used with item 68) 119191 Pulley 4", V-Belt 107 143781 Debris Guard (SPRINT, PRO, 145221 Screw, 3/8"-16 x 1-1/2", HHCS... -
Page 59: Schematic - Main Frame Assembly - All Models
Schematic - Main Frame Assembly - All Models 051010 CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER... -
Page 60: Parts List - Handlebar Assembly - Self- Propelled
Parts List - Handlebar Assembly - SELF- PROPELLED NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through Country Home Products, Inc. Ref# Part# Description 143971 Cable, Throttle, Reverse Throw, B&S 152481 Cable, Throttle, Reverse Throw, Kawasaki 112381 Washer, Flat, 1/4" USS 113081 Ignition Switch, Key, E/S, w/805 Hardware 174561 Handlebar, Lower, Black... -
Page 61: Schematic - Handlebar Assembly - Self- Propelled
Schematic - Handlebar Assembly - SELF- PROPELLED 050919 CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER... -
Page 62: Parts List - Axle Assembly - Self-Propelled
Parts List - Axle Assembly - SELF-PROPELLED NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through Country Home Products, Inc. Ref# Part# Description 190531 Cover, Inner, Wheel 190541 Sleeve, Axle 112381 Washer, Flat, 1/4" USS 110761 Nut, Nylon Lock, 5/16"-18 110731 Nut, Nylon Lock, 1/4"-20 112371 Washer, Flat, #10, USS 179581... -
Page 63: Schematic - Axle Assembly - Self-Propelled
Schematic - Axle Assembly - SELF-PROPELLED 060328 CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER... -
Page 64: Parts List - Mow Ball ™ Assembly - All Models
™ Parts List - Mow Ball Assembly - All Models NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through Country Home Products, Inc. Ref# Part# Description 112371 Washer, Flat, #10 USS 213081 Bolt, Flat Head, 5/16"-18 x 2.75" w/Patch 143991 Spring, Ext., .500" OD x .049" Wire, Brake Return 143511 Brake Arm Assembly 121521... -
Page 65: Schematic - Mow Ball ™ Assembly - All Models
™ Schematic - Mow Ball Assembly - All Models 060327 CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER... -
Page 66: Notes
Notes ® TRIMMER/MOWER... -
Page 67: Warranty
Technical Service Department for our Owners. You can access a Representative by dialing our TOLL-FREE Hotline at 1-800- DR-OWNER (376-9637). The sole job of our well-trained and friendly folks is to ensure that you get any help you need in a timely fashion. - Page 68 Daily Checklist for the DR TRIMMER/MOWER To help maintain your DR TRIMMER/MOWER for optimum performance, we recommend you follow this checklist each time you use your machine. [ ] OIL: With the machine on a level surface, check the engine oil level with the dipstick and add more if necessary (only add oil to the level indicated on the dipstick - DO NOT OVERFILL).
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