DR Power Tow-Behind 9.59 Premier (September 2014 - Present) - Manual (Page 22)

22 DR ® LEAF and LAWN
Chapter 3: Operating The DR LEAF AND LAWN VACUUM
It may be helpful to better familiarize yourself with the features of your DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM by reviewing Figure 1 in
Chapter 2 before beginning the steps outlined in this chapter.
Before Starting the Engine
NOTE: For Electric Start models, the Ignition Switch Keys are temporarily located
on the Switch Housing by means of a plastic Tie. Cut the Tie to remove the Keys for
use.
1. Connect the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM to your Lawn Tractor (see
previous chapter), remove the Safety Hitch Pin from the Jack (if equipped),
raise the Jack up and out of the way and replace the Safety Hitch Pin.
2. Check the Engine oil level every time you use the machine (refer to your Engine Operator’s Manual).
3. Check the Fuel level and make sure the Fuel Shut-Off Valve is in the OPEN position (refer to your Engine Operator’s Manual).
Starting and Stopping the Engine
1. When starting a cold Engine; push the Choke Control lever to the left (CHOKE) and the Throttle Control lever to the far right
(rabit position) (Figure 59). If re-starting a warm Engine, leave the Choke in the (RUN) position.
2. Manual Start - Grasp the Recoil Starter Handle and slowly pull until you feel resistance, then pull the cord with a smooth
accelerating motion to start the engine. One or two pulls usually starts the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM.
Electric Start - Turn the Key to START until the Engine starts and then release. The Key will snap back when released and the
Engine will continue to run.
3. After the Engine starts, slowly push the Choke Control lever back to the (RUN) position. Wait until the Engine runs smoothly
before each Choke adjustment. For best Engine performance, you should operate the Engine with the Throttle in the Fast
(Rabbit) position.
4. - To stop the Manual Start Engine, move the Throttle to the Slow (Turtle) position allowing the Engine to idle, and then turn
the Engine Switch to “OFF” position.
- To stop the Electric Start Engine, move the Throttle to the Slow (Turtle) position, and then turn OFF the Key.
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Always refer to the Engine “Operator’s Manual” that came with your
machine for more detailed Engine operation procedures.
Choke
Lever
Fuel
Shutoff
Throttle Lever
Manual
Engine
Switch
Recoil
Starter
Grip
Key
Engine
Switch
Figure 59
Inspect the area where you will be working. The site must be free of
potentially hazardous obstacles such as stones, metal, or glass. Also, make
sure there won't be people or animals in the area around the DR Leaf and
Lawn Vacuum.