DR Power RapidFire 3.0 HP DR (June 2014 - Present) Operating Manual - Manual (Page 22)

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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
The gas engine won’t
start.
(Please refer to the
engine owner’s manual
for engine-specific
procedures.)
 Is the ignition switch in the “On” position?
 Are you using fresh, clean gas? If the gas is old, change it. Use a fuel stabilizer if you keep gas
longer than 30 days.
 Is the spark plug 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.
 If your engine still won’t start, contact us at www.DRpower.com for assistance.
The gas engine lacks
power or is not running
smoothly.
(Please refer to the
engine owner’s manual
for engine-specific
procedures.)
 Check that the Throttle Lever is in the “Run” position and the Choke is off.
 Is the air filter clean? If it’s dirty, change it following the procedure in the engine
manufacturer’s owner’s manual.
 Is the spark plug clean? If it’s fouled or cracked, change it. If it’s oily, leave it out, hold a rag
over the plug hole and pull your recoil cord several times to blow out any oil in the cylinder,
then wipe off the plug and reinsert it.
 Are you using fresh, clean unleaded gas? If it’s old, change it. Use a fuel stabilizer if you keep
gas longer than 30 days.
 Does your engine have the right amount of clean oil? If it’s dirty, change it following the
procedure in the engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual.
 Check the oil level and adjust as needed.
 If your engine still lacks power, contact us at www.DRpower.com for assistance.
Gas Engine smokes.
(Please refer to the
engine owner’s manual
for engine-specific
procedures.)
 The choke may still be on; Move the choke lever to the open position.
 Check the oil level and adjust as needed.
 Check the air filter 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’re dirty.
 If the engine still smokes, contact us at www.DRpower.com for assistance.
With Motor running and
the handle is pushed,
the wedge does not
move or is slow to
respond.  Make sure the voltage at the outlet or extension cord connection to the Splitter is 110-
120VAC.
 If you are using an extension cord, make sure that the cord is no more than 25 feet long, is
not smaller than 12 AWG wire or no more than 50 feet long, and is not smaller than 10 AWG
wire.
 If the Wedge will still not move or is slow to respond, Visit our website at www.DRPower.com,
or call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.
Before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection, stop the engine, wait five minutes to allow all parts to cool.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, keeping it away from the spark plug.