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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
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YMPTOM
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OSSIBLE
C
AUSE
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ORRECTIVE
A
CTION
Engine fails to start
Fuel tank empty; Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel.
Spark plug wire disconnected; Connect wire to spark plug.
Faulty spark plug; Clean, adjust gap or replace the spark plug.
Loss of power, operation
erratic
Spark plug wire loose; Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Running on “CHOKE”; Move choke lever to “RUN” position.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel; Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
Water or dirt in fuel system; Disconnect fuel line at carburetor to drain fuel tank.
Carburetor out of adjustment; contact us at www.DRpower.com or call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-
9637) for assistance.
Dirty air cleaner; Clean or replace air filter.
Engine overheats
Carburetor not adjusted properly; contact us at www.DRpower.com or call 1-800-DR-OWNER
(376-9637) for assistance.
Engine oil level low; Fill crankcase with proper oil.
Internal engine cooling fan not working properly due to debris buildup over engine crank cover;
Clean debris away from engine crank cover for improved air circulation.
Excessive vibration.
Loose parts or damaged impeller assembly; Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug
wire. Tighten all bolts & nuts. Make all necessary repairs. If vibration continues, contact us at
www.DRpower.com or call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.
Traction Drive not
working (Pro SP Model)
Belt is stretched; Replace Belt or remove a link from the belt to make it tighter.
Friction Wheel is wet or dirty; Clean Friction Wheel.
Cable is loose; Inline Adjuster needs to be tightened
Horizontal discharge not
rotating 180 degrees
(Pro Models)
Control cables are loose; Tighten inline adjusters.
Vertical discharge not
rotating to full
range(Pro Models)
Control cable is loose; Tighten inline adjuster.
Debris in the assembly; inspect and clean as needed.
