DR Power Self-Propelled 6.75 Pro-XL (September 2010 - April 2013) - Manual (Page 12)

12 DR ® TRIMMER/MOWER
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The design of your machine is for trimming and mowing grass, weeds, and other growth as specified in this manual. Do not
use it for any other purpose as it could cause serious injury.
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Contact with internal rotating parts will cause serious personal injury. Never put hands, face, feet, or clothing under the
mower deck or discharge opening at any time.
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Before performing any adjustment, maintenance procedure or inspection, stop the engine, wait five (5) minutes to allow parts
to cool. Disconnect the spark plug wire, keeping it away from the spark plug.
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.
It is important for proper operation to keep the top of the engine clear of grass and debris at all times so the engine can pull air
through to stay cool. If the top of the engine is clogged then the engine could overheat causing engine damage.
Chapter 3: Operating The DR TRIMMER/MOWER
You may find it helpful to review the DR TRIMMER/MOWER Controls and Features (Figure 1 on page 6) before reading this
chapter.
Before Starting the Engine
1. Check the oil level every time you use the DR TRIMMER/MOWER (Figure 11 on page 10).
2. Check the gas level (Figure 11 on page 10).
3. Remove any debris buildup from the underside of the machine.
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 1 on page 6) all the way forward to the RABBIT
(Fast) position.
2. If your model has an Engine Primer, push the Primer Bulb IN (Figure 1 on page 6) and completely release it, lifting your finger
and letting it pop back to its original position. Repeat three to four times.
NOTE: Priming 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 1 on page 6) 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) or the Wheel Clutch Lever (Self-Propelled model only) until after the Engine
has started.
Manual-Starting
NOTE: You may use this starting method with both Manual and Electric-Starting models.
1. Push the Throttle Control Lever on the right side of the Handlebar (Figure 1 on page 6) all the way forward to the RABBIT
(Fast) position.
2. If your model has an Engine Primer, push the Primer Bulb IN (Figure 1 on page 6) and completely release it, lifting your finger
and letting it pop back to its original position. Repeat three to four times.