DR Power Walk-Behind Pro (1985 - 2000) - Manual (Page 18)

16 DR
®
TRIMMER/MOWER
™
Assembly & Operating Instructions
Note: Priming is usually unnecessary when restarting a warm engine. In cool weather priming
may need to be repeated
.
3. Grasp the recoil starter handle (Figure 16), and slowly pull until resistance is felt. Next, pull the
cord rapidly to overcome compression, prevent a kickback and start the engine. One or two pulls
usually starts the DR
®
TRIMMER/ MOWER
™
, but it may be necessary to repeat the priming.
Stopping the Engine
Move the throttle lever back to the STOP position (Figure 16). Note that on Electric-Starting
Models the key does not stop the engine. The key has a pressure lock that prevents it from vibrating
loose during operation. If you wish to remove the key, push it in and then quickly and firmly pull it
out. If the key is difficult to remove, spray FLUID FILM
®
or a comparable lubricant into the key
hole.
Engaging the Trimmer Head
1. Bring the brake bar (Figure 16) toward you and grip it together with the handlebar. Keep
holding the brake bar to the handlebar.
2. With your right hand, push the trimmer head control lever (marked "Blade Control") on the right
side of the handlebar all the way forward—until it engages. You may have to push hard until
you feel it engage. Once the trimmer head control engages, release the lever. The cutting cords
will now be rotating and will continue to rotate until you release the brake bar.
Stopping the Cords Spinning
Release the brake bar from the handlebar. The trimmer head will stop spinning while the engine
continues to run.
If the cutting cords keep spinning after the brake bar is released, you may need to adjust the trimmer
control cable. (See page 32.)