DR Power Walk-behind 13 - 17 HP (April 2005 - August 2005) - Manual (Page 39)

DR  ALL-TERRAIN  FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions 35
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
Recoil will not
pull out or is
difficult to pull. ⇒ Check that the blade lever is in the disengaged
position.
⇒ The recoil may be broken or jammed. Try to turn the
engine pulley by hand, with the spark plug wire(s) off.
If it turns, the recoil is broken or jammed. Call 1(800)
DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.
The engine
won’t start
manually.
(Please refer to
the engine
owner’s manual
for engine-
specific
procedures.)
⇒ Are you using fresh, clean gas? If the gas is old,
change it. Use a fuel stabilizer if you keep gas longer
than two months.
⇒ Check that the fuel shut-off valve is turned on, if your
machine is equipped with one.
⇒ Check the fuel filter to see if it is clear. Remove the
line from the engine side of the filter. If gas flows
freely, it’s OK.
⇒ Check the throttle adjustment and travel.
⇒ Is the blade engagement lever down (disengaged)? It
should be.
⇒ Is the spark plug(s) clean? If the spark plug(s) is dirty
or cracked, change it. If it’s oily, leave it out, hold a rag
over the plug(s) hole and pull the recoil cord several
times to blow out any oil in the cylinder, then wipe off
the plug(s) and reinsert it.
⇒ If your engine still won’t start, call 1(800) DR-OWNER
(376-9637) for assistance.
WARNING! Before performing any maintenance procedure, stop the
engine and disconnect the spark plug wire(s).