DR Power 8 FPT - Manual (Page 24)

24 DR ® CHIPPER/SHREDDER
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.  Remove any built-up debris from the Chipper/Shredder Hopper Inlet(s) and Discharge Chute.
 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.
 Check the Engine oil level; the Engine may be seized.
 The Recoil may be broken or jammed. Visit our website at www.DRpower.com.
The Engine will not
start.
(Please refer to the
Engine Owner’s Manual
for Engine-specific
procedures.)
 Check the oil and gas level.
 Make sure that the Fuel Shut-Off is in the ON position.
 Check that the Spark Plug Wire is attached.
 The Air Filter may be dirty; change it following the procedure in the Engine Owner’s Manual.
 The gas may be old; change it if necessary. Use a fuel stabilizer if you keep gas longer than
one month.
 Check the Throttle and Choke settings, adjustment and travel.
 The Spark Plug may be dirty or cracked; change it if necessary. 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, visit our website at www.DRpower.com.
The Engine lacks power
or is not running
smoothly.
(Please refer to the
Engine Owner’s Manual
for engine-specific
procedures.)
 Make sure the Choke Lever is all the way to the RUN position (left).
 Make sure that the Throttle Lever is all the way to the right (FAST- Rabbit).
 The Air Filter may be dirty; change it following the procedure in the Engine Owner’s Manual.
 The Spark Plug may be dirty or cracked; change it if necessary. 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.
 The gas may be old; change it if necessary. Use a fuel stabilizer if you keep gas longer than
one month.
 The Engine oil may be dirty. Change it if necessary.
 Check that the Cooling Fins are clean and free of debris. Clean as needed.
 If your Engine still lacks power, visit our website at www.DRpower.com.
Engine smokes.
(Please refer to the
Engine Owner’s Manual
for engine-specific
procedures.)
 Check the oil level and adjust as needed.
 You may be operating the machine on too great an incline. The machine should be level.
 The Air Filter may be dirty; change it following the procedure in the Engine Owner’s Manual.
 You may be using the wrong oil - too light for the temperature. Refer to your Engine Owner’s
Manual for detailed information.
 Check that the Cooling Fins are clean and free of debris. Clean as needed.
 If your Engine still smokes, visit our website 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 Chipper/Shredder.