DR Power Premier 6.5fpt Kohler - Manual (Page 18)

18 DR ® TRIMMER/MOWER
Use only DR belts on your machine. Do not use hardware store variety belts.
Replacing the Belt
Tools and Parts needed:

3/8" Wrench
 7/16" Wrench

9/16" Wrench
Note: Do not tip the machine too far back for the following procedures.
1. Tip the machine back just far enough to access the underside and support
the handlebars.
2. Remove the Trimmer Cords from the Head Assembly.
3. Remove the four Trimmer Guard Bolts and Flat Washers with a 3/8" Wrench.
Remove the Trimmer Guard (Figure 19).
4. Loosen the Belt Guide Locknut using a 7/16" Wrench (Figure 20) and rotate
the Guide out of the way.
5. Remove the two Locknuts from the Idler Link using a 9/16" Wrench so the
Idler Link, Idler Pulleys and Spacers can be removed from the machine.
6. Remove the Belt from around the Engine and Head Assembly Pulleys.
7. Install a new DR Drive Belt around the Engine and Head Assembly Pulleys.
8. Install the small Spacer and flat Idler Pulley (Figure 21). Make sure you place
the Belt correctly between the Idler Pulley, Bracket Tab, and Guide Pin.
9. Install the small Spacer and V-Groove Idler Pulley. Position the Idler Link
over the Idlers and secure with the two Locknuts using a 9/16" Wrench
(Figure 20).
10. Rotate the Belt Guide into position and tighten the Locknut with a 7/16"
Wrench.
11. Position the Trimmer Guard and secure with the four Bolts and Flat Washers
using the 3/8" Wrench.
12. Install the Trimmer Cord and tip the Trimmer down on the Head Assembly.
13. After installing the new Belt, be sure to adjust the tension properly by
adjusting the In-Line Adjuster all the way in (refer to page 20). Proper
tension will extend the life of the Belt.
Note: Before using your Trimmer for the first time or after you have installed a new
Belt, engage the Bail 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.
Trimmer
Guard
Figure 19
Bolts and Flat
Washers
Trimmer Cord
Figure 20
Belt
Belt Guide
Idler
Link
Engine
Pulley
Locknuts
Guide Pin
Bracket Tab
Flat Groove
Idler Pulley
Figure 21
Belt