DR Power Lawn Aerator - Manual (Page 20)

20 DR ® LAWN AERATOR
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting
Most problems are easy to fix. Consult the Troubleshooting Table below for common problems and their solutions. If you
continue to experience problems, contact us at www.DRpower.com or call toll-free 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for support.
Troubleshooting Table
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. See your engine operator’s manual.
 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. Visit our website at www.DRpower.com.
The Engine won’t start
manually.
(Please refer to the
Engine Operator’s
Manual for engine-
specific procedures.)
 Check that the Spark Plug Wire is attached.
 Check the oil and gas level. See your engine operator’s manual.
 You should be using fresh, clean gas. If the gas is old, change it. Use a fuel stabilizer if you
keep gas longer than one month.
 Check the Throttle adjustment and travel. See your engine operator’s manual.
 The Spark Plug should be clean. If the Spark Plug is dirty or cracked, change it. If it’s oily,
leave it out, hold a rag over the Plug hole and pull the Recoil Cord several times to blow out
any oil in the cylinder, then wipe off the Plug and reinstall it.
 Make sure that the Fuel Shut-Off is in the ON position.
 Make sure the Engine On/Off Switch is in the On (“I”) position.
 If the Engine still won’t start, visit us at www.DRpower.com.
The Engine won’t start
using Electric-Start.
(Please refer to the
Engine Operator’s
Manual for engine-
specific procedures.)
 Check the previous section (Manual Starting) for possible causes.
 Check the wire connections—especially the ground connection, the green wire coming from
the Battery, where it connects to the Engine.
 The Battery should be charged. Check the voltage yourself or at a gas station. If it’s low,
charge it with a 12-volt, 1 to 2 Amp trickle charger. If you don’t use your machine for at least
45 minutes at a time, the Battery may need to be periodically charged. See the Battery Care
section in Chapter 4.
 If your Battery is charged and the Engine still won’t start, visit us at www.DRpower.com.
The Engine lacks power
or is not running
smoothly.
(Please refer to the
Engine Operator’s
Manual for engine-
specific procedures.)
 Check the Throttle travel. See your engine operator’s manual.
 The Choke should be pushed all the way to the left (“RUN”). See your engine operator’s
manual.
 Check to see if the Air Filter is clean. If it’s dirty, change it following the procedure in the
Engine Operator’s Manual.
 The Spark Plug should be clean. If the Spark Plug is dirty or cracked, change it. If it’s oily,
leave it out, hold a rag over the Plug hole and pull the Recoil Cord several times to blow out
any oil in the cylinder, then wipe off the Plug and reinsert it.
 You should be using fresh, clean gas. If the gas is old, change it. Use a fuel stabilizer if you
keep gas longer than one month.
 Check and make sure the Engine has the right amount of clean oil. If it’s dirty, change it
following the procedure in your engine operator’s manual.
 If your Engine still lacks power, visit us at www.DRpower.com.
Shut down the engine, remove the spark plug wire and wait 5 minutes before performing any maintenance procedure or
inspection on the DR LAWN AERATOR.