DR Power Self-Propelled Pro-XL Self-Propelled 8.26fpt Subaru - Manual (Page 12)

12 DR ® TRIMMER/MOWER
Electric Starting
Note: Use the following steps with Electric-Starting models only.
1. Push the Throttle Control Lever on the right side of the Handlebar (Figure
12) all the way forward (Rabbit or Choke position depending upon model).
2. For Briggs and Stratton 675 Engines only, push the Primer Bulb in and
completely release it, lifting your finger and letting it pop back to its original
position. Repeat three to four times.
Note: “Priming” or “Choking” the Engine is usually not necessary when restarting a
warm Engine. In cool weather, you may need to repeat the priming operation.
3. Turn the Key (Figure 12) to the START position until the Engine starts, then
release. The Key will snap back to the RUN position and the Engine will
continue to run.
Note: Do not engage the Bail Bar (Trimmer Head Control) until after the Engine
has started.
4. Once the Engine is started, move the Throttle Lever to the RUN or IDLE
position.
Note: Kohler and Subaru Engine models have a throttle detent in the RUN position.
Stopping the Engine
1. Move the Throttle Control Lever (Figure 12) all the way back past the TURTLE
(Slow) position to the STOP position.
Note: If you have an Electric-Starting model, please note that the Key does not stop
the Engine. You must follow these instructions to stop the Engine for both Electric
and Manual-Starting models.
2. Remove the Key for safety. The Key has a pressure lock that prevents it from
vibrating loose during operation. To remove the Key, push it in and then
quickly and firmly pull it out. If the Key becomes difficult to remove, apply
SAE 30 Oil into the Keyhole.
Engaging the Trimmer Head
1. Bring the Trimmer Head Engage Bar toward you and grip it together with the
Handlebar (non self propel Figure 13) (Self Propel Figure 14). Keep holding
the Bar to the Handlebar. The Cutting Cords will rotate and will continue to
rotate until you release the Bar.
Note: Before using your Trimmer for the first time or after you have installed a new
Belt, engage the Trimmer Head Engage Bar 10 times and hold it for 3 seconds each
time. This is required to wear in the Belt to ensure the best grip for trimming.
Stopping the Cords from Spinning
1. Release the Trimmer Head Engage Bar from the Handlebar. The Trimmer Head will stop spinning while the Engine continues
to run.
Trimmer Head
Engage Bar
Figure 13
Handlebar
Key Switch
Throttle
Control
Lever
Figure 12
Recoil Starter
Handle
Figure 14
Handlebar
Trimmer Head
Engage Bar
If the engine fails to start after TEN (10) seconds of continuous cranking, turn
the key to the off position and allow the starter motor to cool. Check the cause
of hard starting; See Chapter 5 - Troubleshooting.