Troubleshooting table (continued) – DR Power 8 FPT User Manual

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Troubleshooting Table (Continued)

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The Engine runs but the
Flywheel doesn’t rotate.

 The Throttle Lever should be in the FAST (Rabbit) position to engage the Clutch.
 The Drive Belt is loose, off or broken. Reinstall, re-tension, or change Belt (refer to “Chapter

4: Maintaining the DR Chipper/Shredder”).

 Remove any built-up debris from the Chipper/Shredder Hopper Inlet(s) and Discharge Chute.
 The inner Shoes of the Clutch are worn and/or the Clutch Shoe Retaining Springs are weak or

broken.

Change the Clutch (refer to “Chapter 4: Maintaining the DR Chipper/Shredder”).

Shredding and chipping
action seems too slow or
flywheel stalling.

 The Engine speed is too slow causing the Belt to slip. Run the Engine at full throttle (Rabbit).
 Check for loose or damaged Drive Belt; tighten or replace.
 Check for a dull or damaged Knife; sharpen or replace the Knife. Check for a clogged

Shredder Screen, clean if necessary.

Belt frays or falls off
frequently.

 The Drive Pulley or Clutch groove may be nicked. Check the Drive Belt for wear and hard

spots. File off any nicks on the Drive Pulley or Clutch.

 The Drive Belt may be stretched; readjust or replace it.

- Clutch overheats.

- Belt burns.

- Flywheel won’t turn.

 Immediately stop the Engine and remove the Spark Plug Wire.
 Turn the Flywheel with a wooden stick to be sure it turns freely.
 Check the Drive Belt tension.
 Remove any built-up debris from the Chipper/Shredder Hopper Inlet(s) and Discharge Chute.

The machine has
excessive vibration.

 Check for a dull or damaged Knife; sharpen or replace the Knife.
 The Rotor is out of balance. Check the Rotor Assembly for any missing or broken Hammers

or Spacers; replace if necessary.

 The Knife may not be seated properly on the Flywheel. Loosen the Knife mounting screws,

reset the Knife, and tighten the screws. Also, check the Knife to Wear Plate Gap.

 If your machine still exhibits excessive vibration, visit our website at www.DRpower.com.

When chipping, the log
seems to vibrate
excessively and
“hammers” my hands.

 The Knife is dull; sharpen or replace it.
 The gap between the Knife and Wear Plate is too great; adjust the Gap.

Chipper Knife is hitting
the Wear Plate.

 The gap between the Knife and the Wear Plate is set incorrectly; adjust the Knife to Wear Plate

Gap.

The machine’s wheels
track left or right while
being towed.

 Check the tire pressure and set to the recommended pressure stamped on the side of the tire.
 Check that the Tow Bar is centered on the axle; adjust as required.

Shut down the Engine, remove the Spark Plug Wire, and wait 5 minutes before performing any maintenance procedure or
inspection on the Chipper/Shredder.

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