DR Power 46 Lawn Mower Deck - Manual (Page 35)

DR 46" LAWN MOWER DECK Safety & Operating Instructions 31
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting
Most problems are easy to fix. Consult the troubleshooting table for common problems
and their solutions. If you continue to experience problems call Country Home Products,
Inc. for support.
Troubleshooting Table
S YMPTOM P OSSIBLE C AUSE
The deck lacks
power. ⇒ Check the belt for wear.
⇒ Check the blades drive pulleys for looseness. If you
find a loose pulley, remove the pulley and inspect the
pulley hub and blade spindle and replace if worn or
damaged. The pulleys are designed to shear with
severe loads or impact.
⇒ If the difficulty persists, call 1(800) DR-OWNER (376-
9637) for assistance.
Excessive
vibrations
⇒ Check the blades for nicks and wear. Replace or
sharpen and balance the blades if they become dull,
or have them professionally sharpened if needed.
Never try to straighten a bent blade. Be sure to
replace the blades in the proper orientation.
⇒ The blades may not be seated properly on the hubs.
Loosen the blade bolts, reset the blades and tighten
the bolts.
⇒ The blade spindle bearings may be bad. Call 1(800)
DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.
⇒ Check all the fasteners for looseness.
The belt frays or
rolls over the
pulleys. ⇒ A pulley groove may be nicked. Check the belt for
wear and hard spots. File off any nicks on the pulleys.
⇒ The belt may be stretched. Replace it.
The cut material
is not being
properly
discharged out
of the right side
of the deck.
⇒ The discharge may be blocked. Disengage the
blades, turn off the engine, disconnect the spark plug
wire(s) and then check for debris.
The blades are
not cutting or
are loose.
⇒ The blades may not be seated properly on the hubs.
Loosen the blade bolts, reset the blades and tighten
the bolts.
WARNING! Before performing any maintenance procedure, stop the
engine and disconnect the spark plug wire(s).