DR® ALL-TERRAIN® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions Please read through these Operating Instructions and the Engine Manufacturer’s Owner's Manual to become familiar with the basic features of the DR® ALL-TERRAIN® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER before operating it.
And congratulations on your purchase of a new DR® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER! We have done our utmost to ensure that your DR® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER will be one of the most trouble-free and satisfying pieces of equipment you have ever owned. Please let us know of any questions or problems you may have. We want to answer or correct them as quickly as possible.
We Want You to be Totally Satisfied The DR® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER is designed to provide year after year of trouble-free performance. To ensure that you are totally satisfied with this important purchase, we offer the following three-part Assurance of Satisfaction: 1. THE DR® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER is GUARANTEED FOR ONE FULL YEAR against defects in materials and workmanship in consumer use. If you believe that a part is defective, please write or call us immediately.
Table of Contents SAFETY INFORMATION................................................................................................................................................3 DRESS APPROPRIATELY ....................................................................................................................................................3 PREPARATION ....................................................................................................................................................
2 DR® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions
Safety Information We want you to enjoy years of productive use from your DR® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER. We don't want you to get injured, so please take a few moments to read the following guidelines for safely operating your new machine. Dress Appropriately · Wear safety glasses while mowing to protect your eyes from thrown objects. · Wear shoes with non-slip treads when using your DR® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER. If you have safety shoes, we recommend that you wear them.
· The exhaust area on the engine becomes very hot. Allow the engine to cool before doing maintenance or making adjustments. · Keep combustible substances away from the engine when it is hot. · When operating over uneven terrain and slopes, use EXTREME CAUTION and make sure you're on firm footing at all times. · Use extra caution when mowing in wet, slippery conditions. · ALWAYS OPERATE THE MOWER FROM BEHIND.
Before Starting Your DR® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER is shipped completely assembled. Just CHECK THE OIL LEVEL AND ADD GAS, and you're ready to go! Supplies Needed: · SAE30 HD (High Detergent) oil (if needed) · fresh unleaded gas Check the Oil and Add Gas 1. Place the machine on a level surface and check the oil level. Add SAE30 HD (high detergent) oil if needed. Note: The dipstick on the Briggs & Stratton and Tecumseh models needs to be screwed in completely to get an accurate oil level reading.
Controls & Features Note: Kawasaki Model shown.
Operating Instructions Before Starting the Engine 1. Check the oil level every time you use the machine. 2. Check the gas level. 3. Open the fuel shut-off valve. Starting the Engine Electric-Starting 1. Move the throttle to the CHOKE position (to the RUN position if the engine is already warm). 2. Turn the key to START and hold it until the engine starts. 3. Release the key, it will snap to the RUN position. 4. Move the throttle to the RUN position. Manual-Starting (ATM10S Briggs & Stratton Model only) 1.
Stopping the Blade Push the blade control lever forward to OFF. Note: Releasing the operator presence lever while the blade is engaged will cause the engine to shut off. Stopping the Engine 1. 2. 3. 4. 8 Push the blade control lever forward to OFF. Move the shift lever to N (neutral). Move the throttle control to IDLE. Turn the key to OFF and remove it for safety.
Tips for Best Performance Locking the Wheel Differential In rough or wet terrain, or on moderate slopes, you can lock the wheel differential, so both wheels turn together with improved traction. To lock the wheel differential, move the lever between the lower handlebars to the right (Figure 4). Note: When mowing with the wheel differential locked you may find it more difficult to turn and maneuver.
If the machine gets hung up... · Disengage the blade. Do not try to free the machine from stumps or debris while the blade is engaged. · Try putting the machine in reverse and backing away from the obstacle. · Try pushing down on the handlebars to lift the mowing deck over the obstacle (Figure 7). · If you need to leave the operating position, first put the machine in "N" (neutral), turn the engine off and disconnect the spark plug wire.
General Maintenance For Engine Maintenance, Please Refer to the Engine Manufacturer's Owner's Manual. IMPORTANT: Because of the demanding conditions the DR® ALL-TERRAIN™ FIELD and BRUSH MOWER is used in, air filters and oil should be changed more frequently than is recommended in your Engine Manufacturer's Owner's Manual. Please follow these recommendations: Paper Air Filter: Should be replaced every 25 hours of operation. Oil: Should be drained and replaced every 25 hours of operation.
· The mower spindle (Figure 10) should have 3-4 pumps every 100 operating hours. Note: Over greasing will cause grease to leak out of the seals onto the mower drive belt. Unless instructed otherwise, pump only until you feel slight resistance (1-2 pumps). Figure 10 2. The following areas should be lubricated with FLUID FILM® or comparable lubricant every 10 to 20 operating hours—more often if the machine is operated in extremely dusty conditions: · The differential fork at both ends (Figure 11).
Battery Electric-Starting Models Proper care can lengthen the life of a battery. Follow these recommendations to ensure your battery's best performance and long life: · Do not allow the battery charge to get too low. If the machine is not used, the battery should be charged every 4 – 6 weeks. · Store an unused battery in a dry area that does not freeze. · Do not charge an already charged battery.
Belts To Remove the Blade Belt Tools Needed: · 1/2" socket with extension · 1/2" wrench · vise grip pliers ! WARNING: Always remove the spark plug wire before servicing your machine. 1. Remove the black belt guard: Unscrew the black knob, lift the cover and pull up and back to remove it. 2. Using a 1/2" wrench or socket, remove the lock nut on the anti-rotation strap and pull the strap away from the post (Figure 13). 3. Rotate the clutch counterclockwise to release the tension on the blade clutch spring.
5. Remove the 5/16" x 2" cap screw from the pivot tube (Figure 17). 6. Push the deck back to create slack on the belt. Then pull the belt forward and drop it down off the blade clutch pulley. 7. Twist the other end of the belt and drop it off the 3" engine pulley (Figure 18). 8. Remove the belt. To Replace the Blade Belt Tools Needed: · 1/2" socket with extension · 1/2" wrench · vise grip pliers ! Figure 17 WARNING: Always remove the spark plug wire before servicing your machine. 1.
To Remove the Drive Belt Tools Needed: · 7/16" socket · 1/2" socket · 5/8" wrench ! WARNING: Always remove the spark plug wire before servicing your machine. 1. Drain the oil and gas and remove the air filters. 2. Remove the black belt guard. Unscrew the black knob, lift the cover and pull back and up to remove it. 3. Remove the blade belt. (Follow the instructions on page 14.) 4. Turn the machine onto its left side, with the discharge chute facing up. 5.
To Replace the Drive Belt Tools Needed: · 7/16" socket · 1/2" socket · 5/8" wrench ! WARNING: Always remove the spark plug wire before servicing your machine. 1. Mount the new belt over the 6" transmission pulley (Figure 22). 2. Place the belt in the belt guide and slide the belt guide forward, making sure it is under the flat washers. Position the belt with a 1/16" to 1/8" space between the pulley and the belt guide. Tighten the belt guide (Figure 21). 3.
4. Mount the new blade, washer and lock nut. Note: Be sure the blade is seated completely over the small ridge in the spindle hub before tightening the lock nut (Figure 24). Figure 24 Differential It is important to keep the differential parts lubricated. See page 12 for maintenance instructions. To Adjust the Differential If the differential locks while in the disengaged position, follow the instructions below to adjust it.
Drive Chain To Adjust the Drive Chain This adjustment should be done after the 1st , 3rd, 5th and 10th hours of use, then every subsequent ten hours of use, to remove any slack or looseness from the chain. Tools Needed: • (2) 1/2" wrenches ! WARNING: Always remove the spark plug wire before servicing your machine. 1. Loosen the outer nut on the chain adjustment bolt so you can access the inner nut (Figure 27). 2.
2. Loosen (don't remove) the chain drive adjustment bolt See instructions on Page 19. This will take tension off the chain and make it easier to remove. 3. Remove the master chain link (Figure 29). First remove the lock clip (A) with a flathead screwdriver and pliers. You'll need to lift one side and rotate the clip to get it off the master link. Next remove the side plate (B). Then remove the master chain link. 4. Slowly feed the chain out. 5. Mount the new chain. 6. Add the master chain link. 7.
Blade Engagement Cable If the blade won't cut, or seems to slip in heavy material, check the blade engagement cable. Remove the black belt guard and measure the length of the blade clutch spring (the spring that attaches the cable to the blade clutch) (Figure 31). When the blade is engaged (lever pulled back) the spring should measure 3-1/2" to 3-3/4". Note: Do not adjust the spring longer than 3-3/4".
End of Season & Storage ! WARNING: Always remove the spark plug wire before servicing your machine. Please refer to the Engine Manufacturer's Owner's Manual for engine-specific procedures. · Change the oil. · Remove the spark plug and pour about 1 ounce of motor oil into the cylinder hole. Replace the plug and pull the recoil starter rope until you feel strong resistance. This will coat the piston and seat the valves to prevent moisture buildup. · Clean/replace the air filters.
Troubleshooting ! WARNING: Always disengage the blade, turn off the engine and remove the spark plug wire before servicing your machine. Please refer to the Engine Manufacturer's Owner's Manual for specific engine maintenance and troubleshooting information. Belts The belt frays or rolls over the pulley Þ A pulley groove may be nicked. Check the belt for wear and hard spots. File off any nicks on the pulley. Þ The belt may be stretched. Replace it.
Engine won't start (continued) Þ Check the wire connections to the solenoid. Disconnect the green battery ground wire first to avoid sparks. Check to be sure that all of the connections are tight. Reconnect the battery ground wire. Þ Check the ground connection on the solenoid (ATM10E, 125) where it’s bolted to the frame. Using a wrench or socket, spin the bolts and tighten them to ensure a good connection to the frame. Engine lacks power Þ Check the throttle travel and adjustment.
Parts List Please refer to the schematic drawings starting on page 27. Note: Not all parts listed appear on the drawings.
Ref# 88 90 Part# 101631 131081 91 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 110601 110591 136851 101811 101451 101681 100631 100941 101301 123451 101711 100661 101321 101761 101601 100771 100501 101701 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 127111 109421 108921 108931 110281 112461 110921 131111 106381 129781 112371 112381 110251 110491 110241 110691 110781 110681 109581 110871 110731 110751 110761 111281 110971 110961 111441 114701 121 123 124 125 126 127 128 129 130 131
Main Frame Assembly Please Note: The circled numbers match the first column of numbers on the parts list.
Wheel/Axle Assembly Please Note: The circled numbers match the first column of numbers on the parts list.
Handlebar Assembly Please Note: The circled numbers match the first column of numbers on the parts list.
Brush Mower Deck Assembly Please Note: The circled numbers match the first column of numbers on the parts list.
Wiring Diagrams Electric-starting models only Kawasaki 14.0 HP Fig\ Tecumseh 12.
Wiring Diagrams (cont.) Electric-starting models only Figure 39 Briggs & Stratton 10.
Notes
Notes
Daily Check List for the DR® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER 4 OIL: With the machine on a level surface, remove the oil fill cap and check the oil level. Fill the reservoir according to the dipstick with SAE30 motor oil. 4 GAS: Fill the gas tank with clean, fresh unleaded gasoline, making sure the gas valve on the bottom of the tank is open. Always close the gas valve when storing your machine. 4 ENGINE: It is very important to keep the engine clean.
