DR Power Self-Propelled 6.75 (2004 - September 2010) - Manual (Page 49)

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CHAPTER 6
TROUBLESHOOTING
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 OR INSPECTION, STOP THE ENGINE, WAIT FIVE
(5) MINUTES TO ALLOW ALL PARTS TO COOL. DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE, KEEPING IT AWAY
FROM THE SPARK PLUG.
S YMPTOM P OSSIBLE C AUSE
Recoil will not pull
out or is difficult to
pull. ⇒ Check the Engine oil level, the Engine may be seized.
⇒ There may be an oil compression lock in the cylinder. Take out the Spark Plug; hold
a rag over the Spark Plug hole and pull the Recoil Cord several times to blow out any
oil in the cylinder. Wipe off the Spark Plug and reinstall it.
⇒ The Recoil may be broken or jammed. Try to turn the Engine pulley by hand, with
the Spark Plug wire off. If it turns, the Recoil is broken or jammed.
Call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.
The Engine will not
start manually.
(Please refer to the
Engine Owner’s
Manual for
Engine-specific
procedures.)
⇒ Check for proper attachment of the Spark Plug wire.
⇒ Check that the Engine has the right amount of clean oil. If the oil is dirty, change it
following the procedure on page 40.
⇒ A cold Engine should be primed. Push the Primer Bulb 3 to 5 times, releasing it
completely each time.
⇒ You should be using fresh, clean, unleaded gas. If the gas is old, change it. Use a
fuel stabilizer if you keep gas longer than one month.
⇒ Check the Fuel Filter (if equipped) to see if it is clear. Place a can under the Fuel
Filter and remove the fuel line from the Engine side of the Filter. If gas flows freely,
it is OK.
⇒ Check that the Air Filter is clean. If it is dirty, change it following the procedure in
the Engine Owner’s Manual.
⇒ Check that the Throttle is in the RUN position. Check the Throttle Cable and make
sure that it is attached to the Engine and moving freely.
⇒ Make sure that the Spark Plug is clean. If the Spark Plug is dirty or cracked, change
it. If it’s oily, leave it out, hold a rag over the Spark Plug hole and pull the Recoil
Cord several times to blow out any oil in the cylinder, then wipe off the Spark Plug
and reinsert it.
⇒ If your Engine still will not start, call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.