DR® TRIMMER/MOWERTM SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS GEAR-DRIVEN POWER TAKE-OFF SYSTEM™ 1.
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Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 .............................................................................................................................1 INTRODUCING THE DR GEAR-DRIVEN POWER TAKE-OFF SYSTEM........................1 Conventions used in this manual....................................................................................1 CHAPTER 2 .............................................................................................................................2 SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS ...
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CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCING THE DR GEAR-DRIVEN POWER TAKE-OFF SYSTEM This manual will help you set up and safely operate your new DR Gear-Driven Power Take-Off System. Careful adherence to the safety and operating instructions in this manual will ensure many years of productive use. Please let us know of any questions you may have. We want to answer them as quickly as possible. When you do call, please have your order number handy.
CHAPTER 2 SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS Taking the time to read and observe all safety instructions will ensure many years of productive use from your DR Gear-Driven Power Take-Off System and help you avoid injury. Please take a few moments to read the following guidelines for safely operating your new machine. Preparing to Use the DR Gear-Driven Power Take-Off System • Read these Safety & Operating Instructions before you use the DR Gear-Driven Power Take-Off System.
Operating the Machine Safely THE ITEMS LISTED IN THIS SECTION WILL HELP YOU KEEP YOUR DR GEAR-DRIVEN POWER TAKEOFF SYSTEM OPERATING SMOOTHLY AND, MOST IMPORTANTLY, PREVENT INJURY TO YOURSELF OR OTHERS. PLEASE REVIEW THEM CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING YOUR MACHINE. • To be safe, do not operate the machine near children or pets, and never allow children to operate the machine. Keep at least 50 feet clear of bystanders and always turn the machine off when someone approaches.
• Always make certain nuts and bolts are tight to assure a safe working condition. • Use only manufacturer-recommended replacement parts and accessories. Note: No list of warnings and cautions can be all-inclusive. The operator must apply common sense and operate the DR Gear-Driven Power Take-Off System in a safe manner. Additional Information and Potential Changes Country Home Products, Inc.
CHAPTER 3 INSTALLING YOUR DR GEAR-DRIVEN POWER TAKE-OFF SYSTEM This chapter outlines a few simple steps you will need to follow to install your new DR GearDriven Power Take-Off System. Once you have completed this installation, you can attach and use your new accessories in minutes. It may be helpful to familiarize yourself with the components of the DR Gear-Driven Power Take-Off System by reviewing the pictures below before beginning the steps outlined in this chapter.
Installing the Transmission BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE, STOP THE ENGINE AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE. THE TRANSMISSION IS HOT DURING AND AFTER USE. TYPICAL SURFACE TEMPERATURES RANGE BETWEEN 110 AND 180° FAHRENHEIT. DO NOT TOUCH THE TRANSMISSION UNTIL A COOL DOWN PERIOD OF 15-30 MINUTES HAS PASSED. COOL DOWN TIME CAN VARY DEPENDING ON THE OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE AND OPERATING CONDITIONS.
2. Hold the bearing shaft to prevent it from turning using a screwdriver or the head-locking tool (Figure 2). Install and tighten the shaft extension (Figure 3) with adjustable wrench or 5/8" wrench until snug. Do not over tighten. 3. Rotate the transmission to align its shaft with the slotted hole in the shaft extension (Figure 4), sliding the transmission up against the lower bearing plate and rotating it to align the three captive fasteners with their respective inserts (Figure 4).
Before Installing the Accessories Each attachment has two slots in the axle that ends in a J feature. The shafts that install on the side of the transmission marked with an R have a semi-circular notch in the end of the shaft by the slot. The shafts that install on the side of the transmission marked with an L do not have this notch (Figure 6).
Installing and Removing the Edger BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE, STOP THE ENGINE AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE. THE TRANSMISSION IS HOT DURING AND AFTER USE. TYPICAL SURFACE TEMPERATURES RANGE BETWEEN 110 AND 180° FAHRENHEIT. DO NOT TOUCH THE TRANSMISSION UNTIL A COOL DOWN PERIOD OF 15-30 MINUTES HAS PASSED. COOL DOWN TIME CAN VARY DEPENDING ON THE OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE AND OPERATING CONDITIONS.
Installing and Removing the Aerator or Cultivator BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE, STOP THE ENGINE AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE. THE TRANSMISSION IS HOT DURING AND AFTER USE. TYPICAL SURFACE TEMPERATURES RANGE BETWEEN 110 AND 180° FAHRENHEIT. DO NOT TOUCH THE TRANSMISSION UNTIL A COOL DOWN PERIOD OF 15-30 MINUTES HAS PASSED. COOL DOWN TIME CAN VARY DEPENDING ON THE OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE AND OPERATING CONDITIONS.
2. Replace the removed bolt with the supplied black plastic button (Figure 11). Simply push the button into the hole or gently tap in place with a hammer. 3. Install the aerator or cultivator on the trimmer’s right by sliding the attachment’s axle over the shaft of the transmission, rotating the attachment to align the slot in the axle with the drive pin and pushing the attachment axle toward the transmission (Figure 12).
CHAPTER 4 USING YOUR DR GEAR-DRIVEN POWER TAKE-OFF SYSTEM AND ACCESSORIES This chapter covers the procedures for operating your new DR TRIMMER/MOWER Gear-Driven Power Take-Off System and also discusses basic operation features. THE TRANSMISSION IS HOT DURING AND AFTER USE. TYPICAL SURFACE TEMPERATURES RANGE BETWEEN 110 AND 180° FAHRENHEIT. DO NOT TOUCH THE TRANSMISSION UNTIL A COOL DOWN PERIOD OF 15-30 MINUTES HAS PASSED.
Edger Use The Edger is designed to cut a clean straight edge in sod and grass along sidewalks and driveways. 1. When transporting the DR TRIMMER/MOWER with the Edger attachment (see Figure 1) to the site where you wish to use it, be sure to push down on the handlebars to raise the Edger so that it does not scrape along the ground. If the Edger scrapes along the ground or is bumped, it may unlock from the PTO and rotate backwards. This may cause the Edger to fall off of the PTO.
Aerator Use The Aerator is designed to cut grooves into the sod so that water and nutrients can penetrate the sod and get directly to the root system. 14 1. When transporting the DR TRIMMER/MOWER with the Aerator attachment (see Figure 1) to the site where you wish to aerate, be sure to push down on the handlebars to raise the Aerator blades so that they do not scrape along the ground. If the blades bump or scrape along the ground, they can become unlocked and rotate off of the PTO. 2.
CHAPTER 5 TROUBLESHOOTING AND WARRANTY Most problems are easy to fix. Consult the Troubleshooting Table below for common problems and their solutions. If you continue to experience problems, call Country Home Products, Inc. for support. Troubleshooting Table BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE, STOP THE ENGINE AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE. THE TRANSMISSION IS HOT DURING AND AFTER USE. TYPICAL SURFACE TEMPERATURES RANGE BETWEEN 110 AND 180° FAHRENHEIT.
CHAPTER 6 PARTS LIST & ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM Parts List – Gear-Driven Power Take-off System NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through Country Home Products, Inc. Not all parts appear on all diagrams.
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Daily Checklist for the DR Gear-Driven Power Take-Off System To help maintain your DR Gear-Driven Power Take-Off System for optimum performance, we recommend you follow this checklist each time you use your machine. [ ] HARDWARE: Check all nuts and bolts to be sure that the components are secure. [ ] Follow the daily checklist as outlined in your DR TRIMMER/MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions manual. COUNTRY HOME PRODUCTS, Inc. MEIGS ROAD, P.O.
