DR Power Walk-behind 8 - 15 HP (1998 - 2001) - Manual (Page 9)

DR
®
FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions 5
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. Place the machine on a level surface and check the oil level. Add SAE30 HD (high detergent)
oil if needed.
Note: The dipstick on the Briggs & Stratton and Tecumseh models needs to be screwed in
completely to get an accurate oil level reading.
The dipstick on the Kawasaki model should not be screwed in to get an accurate oil level
reading.
2. Fill the gas tank with clean, unleaded gasoline.
Note: See your Engine Manufacturer's Owner's Manual for more detailed fuel and oil
recommendations.
3. Open the fuel shut-off valve.
· On Briggs and Stratton models, the red fuel shut-off valve is on the fuel line near the bottom
of the gas tank (Figure 1). Turn the valve 90 degrees to open.
· On Tecumseh and Kawasaki models, the red fuel shut-off valve is on the fuel line near the
corner of the black chain drive box (Figure 2). Turn the valve 90 degrees to open.
Check the Tire Pressure
There should be 14 psi in each tire.
Figure 1 Figure 2