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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). Use SAE 30 high detergent motor oil.
[ ] GAS: Fill the Fuel Tank with clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.
[ ] ENGINE AIR COOLING SYSTEM: It is very important to keep the Engine clean of debris. Remove grass and other built-up materials
from the Air Intake Screen before, during, and after you mow. Regularly remove debris from the Blower Housing and Cooling Fins. A
dirty Engine retains heat and can cause damage to the internal Engine parts.
[ ] CUTTING CORDS: Replace broken or frayed Cords.
[ ] MOW-BALL
® and LINE PLATES: Check the Mow-Ball ® and Line Plates for wear and replace as needed.
[ ] GENERAL CONDITION: Check the general condition of the machine, e.g.; nuts, bolts, welds etc.
End of Season and Storage
NOTE: Please refer to the Engine Owner's Manual for engine-specific procedures.
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Check the Belt for wear.
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Change the Engine oil. This will help to eliminate sludge and acids in the Engine.
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Remove the Spark Plug and pour about 1 ounce of motor oil into the cylinder hole. Reinstall the Plug and pull the Recoil Starter Rope
until you feel strong resistance. This will coat the piston and seat the valves to prevent moisture buildup.
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Clean or replace the Engine Air Filter.
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Clean any dirt and debris from the cylinder head cooling fins, carburetor linkage, blower housing, debris screen, and muffler area of the
Engine.
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Remove any wrapped weeds from the Mow-Ball ® , Wheel Spokes, and Axle. Clean grass and debris from the top and underneath the
Trimmer Frame.
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Check to make sure the operator controls are moving freely. Lubricate the Throttle.
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If your Engine has a Fuel Filter, replace it.
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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. Completely fill the Tank with
fresh, unleaded gas and add the appropriate amount of stabilizer or gasoline additive. Run the Engine for a short time to allow the
additive to circulate.
Before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection, stop the engine, wait five (5) minutes to allow all parts to cool. Disconnect the
spark plug wire, keeping it away from the spark plug.
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Before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection, stop the engine, wait five (5) minutes to allow all parts to cool. Disconnect
the spark plug wire, keeping it away from the spark plug.
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Never store the DR Trimmer/Mower with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present, such as hot water and
space heaters, clothes dryers and the like. If you are going to drain the fuel tank, do this outdoors. Allow the engine to cool before storing
in any enclosure.
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When not in use, your DR Trimmer/Mower should be stored out of the reach of children and in a dry location.