DR Power Walk-behind 12.5 HP Tecumseh with 42 Lawn Deck - Manual (Page 29)

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CHAPTER 5
MAINTAINING THE DR WIDE-CUT LAWN MOWER
This chapter covers regular maintenance procedures that will ensure the best performance and long life of
your machine. For Engine maintenance, please refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual that came with your
Mower. Service intervals listed in the checklist below supercede those listed in the Engine Owner’s Manual.
Maintenance Kits and accessories are available through our website at www.DRPower.com.
SOME OF THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES REQUIRE ACCESS TO THE UNDERSIDE OF THE MACHINE. IF
YOU NEED TO TIP THE MACHINE BACK OR ON ITS SIDE (WITH THE DISCHARGE CHUTE FACING UP),
YOU MUST FIRST DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE, DRAIN THE OIL AND GAS, AND REMOVE THE AIR
FILTERS.
Regular Maintenance Check List
NOTE: Consider that the service intervals shown are the maximum under normal operating conditions. Increase
frequencies under extremely dirty or dusty conditions.
Procedure
Before Each Use Every 25 Hours Every 100 Hours
Check Operator Presence Switch ▲
Check Engine Oil Level ▲
Check General Equipment Condition ▲
Check Blades for Sharpness ▲
Lubricate Grease Fittings ▲
Lubricate Clutch and Brake Cables* ▲
Lubricate Drive Chain ▲
Check Tire Pressures ▲
Change Engine Oil 1 st time 5 hours ▲
Check Parking Brake Adjustment ▲
Clean Engine Exterior and Cooling Fins ▲
Check All Belt Tensions and Condition ▲
Check the Battery charge ▲
Check cable connections ▲
Replace Air Filter ▲
Replace Spark Plug ▲
* SAE 30 oil. NEVER use penetrating oil.