DR Power Walk-behind 13 - 17 HP (May 2001 - February 2003) - Manual (Page 25)

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ALL-TERRAIN
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FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions
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Engine won't start (continued) Þ Check the wire connections—especially the
ground connection, the large green wire coming
from the battery, where it connects to the engine.
Þ Check the wire connections to the solenoid.
Disconnect the green battery ground wire first to
avoid sparks. Check to be sure that all of the
connections are clean and tight. Reconnect the
battery ground wire.
Þ Check the ground connection on the solenoid
(10.5 HP ES, 12.5 HP) where it’s bolted to the
frame. Using a wrench or socket, spin the bolts
and tighten them to ensure a good connection to
the frame.
Engine lacks power Þ Check the throttle travel and adjustment.
Þ Clean or replace the air filter if needed.
Þ Check the spark plug and replace if needed.
Þ Add clean, fresh, unleaded gas.
Þ Check the oil level and adjust as needed.
Engine skips, pops, misses, shakes Þ Check the spark plug and replace if needed.
Þ Clean or replace the air filter if needed.
Þ Replace gas with fresh, unleaded fuel.
Engine smokes Þ Check the oil level and adjust as needed.
Þ You may be operating the machine on too great
an incline.
Þ Check the air filter and clean or replace if
needed.
Þ You may be using the wrong oil—too light for the
temperature. Refer to your Engine
Manufacturer's Owner’s Manual for detailed
information.
Þ Clean the cooling fins if they’re dirty.
Transmission
Machine is hard to get into reverse Þ 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.
Wheels
Wheels pulling left or right Þ Check the tire pressure. There should be 14 psi
in each tire.
For technical assistance please call Toll-Free 1(800)DR-OWNER(376-9637).