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Chapter 4: Maintaining the DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER
Regular maintenance will ensure the best performance and long life of your machine. Please refer to this manual and the engine
manufacturer's owner's manual for maintenance procedures. Service intervals listed in the checklist below supersede those listed
in the engine manufacturer's owner's manual.
Regular Maintenance Checklist
Check Operator Presence Switch
Check General Equipment Condition
Check Blade for Sharpness
Clean Engine Exterior and Cooling Fins
Check Blade Belt Condition (replace if damaged)
Lubricate Grease Fittings
Change Engine Oil and Filter**
Replace Air Filter and Precleaner**
** The Engine on your machine may not have a Pre-cleaner or Oil Filter.
LUBRICATION
Replacing Engine Oil and Filter
Note: Drain the oil when the Engine is warm. Warm oil drains quickly and
completely.
Tools & Supplies Needed:
Oil Filter Wrench (obtainable from a local auto parts or hardware store)
Oil (Refer To Engine Operator Manual for Oil info and Capacity)
Rags and an approved oil container
1. Position an approved oil container near the Oil Drain Hose.
2. Turn the Oil Drain Cap a quarter turn counterclockwise and open the end of
the Drain Hose Assembly (Figure 29).
3. Remove the Oil Drain Hose Assembly from its stowed position and lower
the drain end over the Oil Container to drain.
Before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection, stop the engine, wait five minutes to allow all parts to cool.
Remove the Key and disconnect the spark plug wire(s), keeping it away from the spark plug(s)
Always wear gloves when performing maintenance on the machine.