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DR  COMMERCIAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instructions Please read instructions before operating machine[...]

ii DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACU UM Safety & Operating Instructions And congratulations on your purchase of a new DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM! We have done our utmost to ensure that your DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM 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 [...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions iii Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introducing the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM ................................. 1 Conventions used in this manual ................................................................................................ .... 1 Chapter 2: Safety Considerati[...]

iv DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions Chapter 7: Parts Lists and Schematic Diagrams................................................ 46 Parts List — Tr ailer As sembly .................................................................................................. .....46 Schematic Diagram — Trailer A s[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 1 Chapter 1: Intr oducing the DR LEAF and LA WN V A CUUM This manual will help you set up an d sa fely operate your new DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM. Careful adherence to th e safety and operating instructions in this manual will ensure many years of productive use. Please let u[...]

2 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safet y & Operating Instructions Chapter 2: Safety Considerations Taking the time to read and observe all safety instruc tions will ensure many years of productive use from your DR LEAF and LA WN VACUUM and help you avoid inju ry. Please take a few moments to read the following guideline s for safely ope[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 3 Make sure you add oil before starting the engine; the unit is shipped without oil. Fill the oil reservoir slowly to make sure you don’t overfill it. #12781 Do not touch and keep combustible substances away from the engine when i t i s hot. #18887 A lways raise the three[...]

4 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF an d LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instructions Prot ecting Y our self  Always wear eye protection while operating either your tractor lawn deck, vacuum system, chipper or performing an adjustment on your D R LEAF and LAWN VACUUM to protect your eyes from possible foreign ob jects thrown from the machine.  Use he[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 5  When using the DR LEAF and LA WN VACUUM as a trailer, be sure to secure the load.  DO NOT tow the DR LEAF and LA WN VACUUM faster than 8 MPH.  Keep your hands out of the Chipper Hopper and Vacuum Inle t while the lawn tractor and the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM en g[...]

6 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF an d LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instructions Slope Oper a tion Slopes are a majo r factor re lated to tip over accide nts, which can resu lt in severe injury. All slopes require caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not vacuum it. DO:  Vacuum up and down the face of slopes; ne ver across. Exercise extreme ca[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 7 Saf ety with Gasoli ne-P o wered Mac hines  Do not run the engine in an enclosed area or without proper ventilation.  Store all fuel in contai ners specifically design ed for this purpose.  Fill the gasoline tank outdoors with the engine off. Allow the engine to [...]

8 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF an d LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instructions Chapter 3: Setting Up Y our DR LEAF and LA WN V A CUUM This chapter outlines a few simp le steps you will need to follow to set up your new machine before you use it. It ma y be helpful to familiar ize yourself with the c ontrols and features on your machine by reviewing [...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 9 Unpac king and Assemb ling the Mac hine The DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM is shipped from the factory with the wheels dismounted from the axles. The following instructions will detail how to unpack the machine, assemble the wheels to the axles, install the Tilt Bed, and assembl[...]

10 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions Attac hing Har d ware Description[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 11 Figure 2 Opening the Shipping Co ntainer and Installing the W heels 1. Stand to one side and cut the banding. 2. Remove the top of the carton ( Figure 2 ). 3. Open the ends of the stapled cardboard carton and fold the sides down ( Figure 2 ). The staples are sharp so be [...]

12 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions Figure 4 Tir e Pressur e Check There should be 40 psi in each tire. A xle Brackets Axle Figure 3 Valve Stem Flat Washer Bend Figure 5 Cotter Pin Safety Hitch Pin Figure 6 9. Slide a Flat Wheel Washer over the Axle and up against the Axle Bracket ( Figure 3 ). 10. Lift th[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 13 Tilt Bed Installa tion The following procedure includes all of the steps necessary for the installation of the Tilt Bed on the DR LEAF and LAWN VAC UUM. Note: The plast ic Tilt Bed is mou n ted loosely on the frame to allow for expansion of the plastic. 1. Place the Tilt[...]

14 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions Collector Bo x Installa tion The following procedure in cludes all of the steps necessary for the in stallati on of the Collector Box on the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM. 1. Place the projecting edges of the two Side Panels in the slots on the trailer as shown. Note: The Side[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 15 Figure 1 2 5. Attach the front enclosure panel on th e protruding support pins and fasten the sides, top and bottom using the six (6) flexible latches ( Figure 12 ). The mounting holes are located on top of the panels. Tip: For ease of attaching the front box cover, pull[...]

16 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions Blo wer Exit Elbo w Assembl y Installa tion The following procedure includes the steps nece ssa ry for installing the Blower E xit Elbow Assembly on the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM. 1. Install the Blower Exit Elbow Assembly on top of the Blower with the elbow pointing toward[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 17 Univ er sal Hitch Pla te Installa tion The following procedure includes the steps necessa ry for installing the Un iversal Hitch Plate to your lawn tractor. The Hitch Pl ate is designed to accommodate a variety of moun ting positions to achieve the proper tongue height f[...]

18 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions Connecting the DR LEAF and LAWN V A CUUM to y our Lawn T r actor The following procedur e includes the steps necessary fo r connecting the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM to yo ur lawn tractor. 1. Position your lawn tractor on level ground at a slight angle to the trailer tongue[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 19 Lawn Dec k Adapter Installation The following procedur e includes the steps necessary fo r connecting the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Blower Inlet Ho se to your lawn tractor. Tools Needed:  1/2 " Wrench or Socket  Drill with 3/8 " Bit  Saw 1. Install your [...]

20 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 4. We have supplied both a 7" to 6" and 8" to 6" Hose Adapter. Determine which best fits your lawn deck adapter. 5. Slip the Hose Adapter over the cut end of your Lawn Deck Adapter, until they make contact. 6. Position the assembly beside your tractor[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 21 Connecting the Blo wer In let V acuum Hose to the Hose Adapter The following procedur e includes the steps necessary fo r connectin g the Blow er Inl et Vacuum Hose of the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM to the Hose Adapter. Tools May Be Needed:  Wire Cutters or Hack Saw  [...]

22 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 3. To assure that the hose has the proper length, turn the tractor all the way to the left, while watching the hose. The hose should not become too taut so a s t o m o v e o r d a m a g e y o u r lawn deck adapter. If the trailer tongue is able to contact the Hitch Plate[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 23 Adding the Engine Oil and Gasoline Capacities Briggs & Stratton 7.0 HP Intek En gine SAE 30 - 20 oz. (.60L) Gasoline Tank Unleaded gaso line, .53 US ga l. (2 L) Tip : To avoid confusion, we reco mmend leaving the ca ps on the fuel and engine oil fills and only removi[...]

24 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions Chapter 4: Oper ating Y our DR LEAF and LA WN V ACUUM This chapter covers the pro cedures for starting and stoppi ng your new DR LE AF and LAWN VACUUM and also discu sses basic operation features. Bef or e Star ting the Engine 1. Connect the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM to yo[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 25 Oper a ting Safety The DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM has a blower motor capable of 1650 CFM suction capacity and a chipper featur e that will chip wood up to 2 inches in diameter. Note: Always be sure to stand inside the Operator Zones to run the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM as a c[...]

26 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safet y & Operating Instructions T o wing the DR LEAF and LAWN V A CUUM 1. Make sure the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM trailer tongue is firmly attached to your lawn tractor Hitc h Plate using the Clevis Pin and Hi tch Clip ( Figure 28 ). Also se e Connecting the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM to your Lawn Tractor o[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 27 Slopes & Une v en T er r ain  Do not use the DR LEA F and LAWN VACUUM on slopes greater than 20 degrees. Doing so could result in serious injury or damage to your machine ( Figure 30 ).  On a slope, a heavy load will tend to shift. When using your DR LEAF and L[...]

28 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safet y & Operating Instructions Oper a ting the Chipper In addition to towing the DR LEAF and LA WN VACUUM with your lawn tractor, and using it as a vacuum; the sy stem also allows you to c hip sticks and limbs up to 2" in diameter. 1. Start the engine in accordance with “Starting & Stoppin [...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 29 Tips :  It is best to tr im off any side twigs from the main bra nch being chipped ( Figure 32 ).  Green branches process quicker and easier than dry branches and so ft wood is easier than hardwood.  Use caution with small diameter green saplings and branch es. [...]

30 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions Figure 25 Dumping 1. Disconnect the Coll ector Box Hose from the Blower Exit Elbow by re leasing the two flexible latches ( Figure 3 4 ) and separate the hoses. 2. Remove the Rear Panel of the Collector Box by releasing the six (6) fasten ers located at the sides, top an[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 31 Tip: Give the Dump Handle a littl e shake after emptying the Collector Box to loosen up the remaining material. Then drive forward about a foot with the Collector Box in the dump position. Shake the handle again and then lower the Tilt Bed back down until the Dump Lever [...]

32 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions LEAF and LAWN V A CUUM Tips Tip: For the most efficient use of the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM, use this sequence of steps: 1. Gather and pile st icks to be chipped. 2. Chip the smaller st icks and branches. 3. Remove the rear panel an d load the la rger limbs ( Figure 37 ).[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 33 Chapter 5: Maintaining the DR LEAF and LA WN V ACUUM Regular maintenance is th e way to ensure the best performa nce and long life of your DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM. Please re fer to this manual and the engine owner manual for maintenance procedures . Service intervals li [...]

34 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions Lubrica tion Your DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM was lubr icated at the Factory. The operator needs to provide e ngine lubrication and lubricate the wheels periodica lly. Supplies Needed:  Grease gun with #2 Lithium Grease 1. Lubricate each wheel with #2 Lithium grease using[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 35 R emo ving and Replacing the Engine Oil Tools & Supplies Rec ommended:  Pliers  SAE 30 HD, 20 oz. (0.60L) Note: Drain the oil when the engi ne is warm. Warm oil drai ns quickly an d completely. 1. Position a suitable oil recept acle under the en gine oil drain [...]

36 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instructions Figu r e 4 2 R emo ving and Replacing the Blo w er Hoses Collector Box Hose: Tools Needed:  Diagonal or wire cutter  Screwdriver or nut driver 1. Disconnect the Collecto r Box Hose from the Blower Exit Elbow by loosening the Hose Clamp with a screwdriver or nut driv[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 37 Figure 43 Blower Inlet Hose: Tools Needed:  Diagonal or wire cutter  Screw driver or nut driver Inlet Hose Adapter Support Tie, cut excess here Blower Inlet Hose Clamp Lanyard Safety Interlock Swit ch WARNING! Before performing any main tenance procedure, stop the [...]

38 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instructions R emo ving and Replacing the Blo w er Exit Elbo w Tool Needed:  Diagonal or wire cutter WARNING! Before performing any main tenance procedure, stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire. Wing Screw 4-places Lift Off Collector Box Hose Blower Exit Elbow Assy Fle[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 39 Figure 4 6 R emo ving and Replacing the Chipper Blade Tools Needed:  (2) 1/2" wrench or socket  9/16" wrench or socket  3/16" Allen wrench 1. Disconnect the Blower Exit Elbow Assembly from the Collector Box Hose ( Fi gure 44 ). 2. Remove the Wing [...]

40 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instructions R emo ving the B lo wer/Chipper Engine Unit 1. Disconnect the Blower Exit Elbow Assembly from the Collector Box Hose ( Figure 44 ). 2. Lower the three (3) frame support legs by removing the Safety Hitch Pins ( Figure 18 on page 18). When the legs are lowered, re-insert th[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 41 End of Season & Stor a ge Note : Please refer to the engine owner manual for engine-specific procedures.  Change the oil.  If your DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM will be idle for more than 30 days, we recommend using a gas stabilizer. This will prevent sediment from g[...]

42 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions Chapter 6: T roubleshooting Most problems are easy to fix. Consult the troubleshoot ing table for common problems and their solutions. If you conti nue to exp erience prob lems, call Countr y Home Products, Inc. for support. T r oubleshooting T a ble S YMPTOM P OSSIBLE C[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 43 Symptom Possible Cause The engine lacks power or is not running smoothly. (Please refer to the engine owner’s manual for engine- specific procedures.) ⇒ Check the throttle travel. See page 24. ⇒ Is the choke pushed a ll the way to the left (RUN)? See page 24. ⇒ I[...]

44 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions Symptom Possible Cause Lawn deck is not vacuuming well. ⇒ Be sure the lawn deck blades are engaged and running at full throttle. ⇒ Be sure the deck is set at the proper mowing height. ⇒ Be sure the vacuum engine is running at full throttle. ⇒ Use 1 st or 2 nd gea[...]

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46 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions Chapter 7: Par ts Lists and Schema tic Diag r ams P ar ts List — T r ailer Assembl y Note: Part numbers lis ted are avail able through Coun try Home Products. Ref# Part# Description 01 187281 Frame, Commercial 02 180741 Bracket, Axle, Commercial 03 180751 Axle, Commerc[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 47 Sc hematic Diag r am — T railer Assembl y[...]

48 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions Par ts List — Blow er/Chipper Assembl y Note: Part numbers lis ted are avail able through Coun try Home Products. Ref# Part# Description 01 186921 Engine, 7.0 HP, B&S 02 Deleted 03 112381 Washer, Flat, 1/4" USS 04 189311 Screw, Wing Head, 5/16"-18 X 3/4&q[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 49 Sc hematic Diag r am — Blow er/Chipper Assembl y[...]

50 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions P ar ts List — Centrifugal Separ a tor , Hose & Blo wer Exit Elbo w Assembl y Note: Part numbers listed are available through Country Home Products. Ref# Part# Description 01 186831 Centrifugal Separator 02 114781 Screw, Pan Head, 10-24 X 5/8" 03 118731 Nut, N[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 51 Sc hematic Diag r am — Centri fugal Separ ator , Hose & Blo wer Exit Elbo w Assembl y[...]

52 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions P ar ts List — Tilt Bed Assembl y Note: Part numbers listed are available through Country Home Products. Ref# Part# Description 01 180731 Trailer Tilting Bed 02 186851 Base, Leaf System 03 187361 Support Bracket, Front Cover 04 112381 Washer, Flat, 1/4" USS 05 150[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 53 Sc hematic Diag r am — Tilt Bed Assembl y[...]

54 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions P ar ts List — Side and R ear Panel Assembly Note: Part numbers listed are available through Country Home Products. Ref# Part# Description 01 186841 Side Panel, Leaf System 02 189441 Keeper, Draw Latch, 4" 03 187231 Support, Side 04 112381 Washer, Flat, 1/4" [...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 55 Sc hematic Diag r am — Side and R ear P anel Assembl y[...]

56 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions P ar ts List — F ront Bo x C o v er Assembly Note: Part numbers listed are available through Country Home Products. Ref# Part# Description 01 118731 Nut, Nylon Lock, 10-24 02 114781 Screw, Pan Head, 10-24 X 5/8" 03 112371 Washer, Flat, 10-24 USS 04 186871 Cover, B[...]

DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instru ctions 57 Notes[...]

58 DR  COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safet y & Operating Instructions Notes[...]

COUNTRY HOME PRODUCTS, Inc. MEIGS ROAD, P.O. BOX 25, VERGENNES, VERMO NT 05491 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) • www.dr-owner.com ©2003 CHP, Inc. 178901 War r anty DR ® POWER EQUIPMENT DR ® COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM 1-Year Limited Warranty Terms and Conditions The DR  LEAF and LAWN VACUUM is warranted for one (1) year against defe cts in ma[...]

COUNTRY HOME PRODUCTS, Inc. MEIGS ROAD, P.O. BOX 25, VERGENNES, VERMO NT 05491 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) • www.dr-owner.com ©2005 CHP, Inc. 186981 Daily Checklist for the DR LEAF and LAWN VACUUM To help maintain your DR LEAF an d LAWN VACUUM for optim um performance, we recommend you follo w this checklist each time you use your machine. [ ] OIL[...]