DR Power Walk-behind 12.5 Premier - Manual (Page 21)

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Troubleshooting Table (Continued)
S YMPTOM P OSSIBLE C AUSE
Engine smokes.  Check the oil level and adjust as needed.
 You may be operating the machine on too great an incline. See Slopes on page 14.
 Check the Air Filter(s) and clean or replace if needed.
 You may be using the wrong oil—too light for the temperature. Refer to your Engine Owner’s
Manual for detailed information.
 Clean the Cooling Fins if they are dirty.
 If the Engine still smokes, Visit us at www.DRpower.com.
Machine is hard to get
into reverse.  If you find it difficult to shift into reverse, lightly pull the Clutch Lever as you pull the Shift
Lever into Reverse then quickly release the Clutch Lever.
 If the difficulty persists, Visit us at www.DRpower.com.
The Belt frays or rolls
over the Pulley.  A Pulley groove may be nicked. Check the Belt for wear and hard spots. File off any nicks on
the Pulley.
 The Belt may be stretched; replace it.
Blade vibrates when
engaged.  Replace the Blade if it is chipped, bent, or broken.
 The Spindle Bearings may be bad or the Spindle Shaft is bent. Visit us at www.DRpower.com.
The Blade is not cutting
or is loose.  The Blade may not be seated properly on the hub. Loosen the Blade Bolt, reseat the Blade,
and tighten the Bolt. Be sure to turn OFF the Engine and remove the Spark Plug Wire before
performing this operation.
 Sharpen the Blade; it may be dull or nicked.
Wheels pulling left or
right.  The Tires may not have the proper air pressure. Check the recommended Tire pressure on the
side of the Tire. Do not exceed the maximum pressure recommended.
The Wheels will not
drive.  The Transaxle is not in gear. Shift the Transaxle into gear.
 The Drive Belt is worn or broken. Replace the Drive Belt. See Page 17.
Shut down the engine, remove the spark plug wire and wait 5 minutes before performing any maintenance procedure or
inspection on the Mower.