DR Power Premier 6.5fpt Kohler - Manual (Page 10)

10 DR ® TRIMMER/MOWER
 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.

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.
 Before performing any adjustments to the trimmer cords or any other procedure or inspection, stop the engine, wait five
minutes to allow parts to cool. Disconnect the spark plug wire, keeping it away from the spark plug.
Chapter 3: Operating The DR TRIMMER/MOWER
Before Starting the Engine
Note: Briggs and Stratton 6.75 Fuel and Oil fills are on opposite sides from what is
shown in figure 7.
1. Check the oil level every time you use the DR TRIMMER/MOWER (Figure 7).
2. Check the fuel level.
3. Remove any debris buildup from the top of the Engine and the underside of
the machine.
Note: See the Engine Manual for more detailed and specific information on
operating the Engine.
Manual Starting
Note: You may use these starting methods with both Manual and Electric-Starting
models.
1. Push the Throttle Control Lever on the right side of the Handlebar (Figure 8)
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. Grasp the Recoil Starter Handle and slowly pull until you feel resistance. Let the cord retract a little bit and then pull the cord
rapidly to start the Engine. One or two pulls usually starts the DR TRIMMER/MOWER.
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 Engines have a throttle detent in the RUN position.
Figure 7
Fuel Fill
Oil Fill
Throttle
Control
Lever
Figure 8
Recoil Starter
Handle
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.