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DR

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PILOT 2 Cycle Tiller/Cultivator

 

 

Chapter 5:

  

Troubleshooting

 

Most problems are easy to fix.  Consult the Troubleshooting Table for common problems and their solutions.  If you 
continue to experience problems, visit our website at 

www.DRpower.com 

or call: 

1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) 

for 

support. 

Troubleshooting Table 

 

 

 

Prior to performing any maintenance, you must first shut off the Engine; wait five (5) minutes to allow parts to cool and 
disconnect the Spark Plug wire, keeping it away from the Spark Plug. 

 
 

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YMPTOM

 

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OSSIBLE 

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Recoil will not pull out 
or is difficult to pull. 

 

There may be a fuel 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. 

 

The Recoil may be broken or jammed.  Visit our website at 

www.DRpower.com 

for 

assistance.

 

The Engine will not 
start. 
 

 

 

Check that the Spark Plug Wire is attached. 

 

Check the fuel level. See page 10.

 

 

The fuel line hose is not positioned in the bottom of the Fuel Tank.  Push the fuel line 
down into the fuel in the Fuel Tank.  

 

 

The fuel may be old; change it if necessary.  Use a fuel stabilizer if you keep fuel longer 
than one month.

 

 

Check the Throttle and Choke settings.  See page 11. 

 

The Spark Plug may be dirty or cracked; change it if necessary.  If it’s wet, leave it out, hold 
a rag over the Plug Hole and pull the Recoil Cord several times to blow out any fuel in the 
Cylinder, then wipe off the Plug and reinsert it. 

 

The Air Filter may be dirty; clean it following the procedure on page 15. 

 

If your Engine still won’t start, visit our website 

at www.DRpower.com

 for assistance.

 

The Engine lacks 
power or is not 
running smoothly. 
 

 

 

Make sure that you run the Engine at full Throttle. 

 

The Air Filter may be dirty; clean it following the procedure on page 15. 

 

The Spark Plug may be dirty or cracked; change it if necessary.  If it’s wet, leave it out, hold 
a rag over the Plug Hole and pull the Recoil Cord several times to blow out any fuel in the 
Cylinder, then wipe off the Plug and reinsert it. 

 

The fuel may be old; change it if necessary.  Use a fuel stabilizer if you keep fuel longer 
than one month. 

 

The Choke may be partially in the CHOKE position, place in the RUN position. 

 

The Fuel Filter in the Fuel Tank may be clogged; clean or replace the filter. 

 

If your Engine still lacks power, visit our website at 

www.DRpower.com

 for assistance.

 

Summary of Contents for PILOT 2

Page 1: ...phone 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 Fax 1 802 877 1213 Website www DRpower com Read and understand this manual and all instructions before operating the DR PILOT 2 Cycle Tiller Cultivator DR PILOT 2 Cycle...

Page 2: ...se let us know of any questions you may have We want to answer them as quickly as possible When you do call please have your order number or serial number handy For technical assistance please visit o...

Page 3: ...perating the DR PILOT 2 Cycle Tiller Cultivator Only allow responsible individuals who have a thorough understanding of these instructions to operate the Tiller Cultivator Never allow children to oper...

Page 4: ...poisonous gas Store all fuel and oil in containers specifically designed and approved for this purpose and keep away from heat open flame and out of the reach of children Mix the oil and gasoline out...

Page 5: ...minutes for the DR PILOT 2 Cycle Tiller Cultivator Engine to cool disconnect the Spark Plug wire and then inspect the machine for clogging damaged Tines or loose Engine mounting bolts Clear any obstr...

Page 6: ...one of our Technical Support Representatives will be happy to help you DR PILOT 2 Cycle Tiller Cultivator Specification Sheet Engine 2 Cycle 43cc Manual Start Fuel Tank Capacity 36 ounces Fuel Type Mi...

Page 7: ...tly different from your machine Figure 1 Throttle Control Lever 43cc 2 Cycle Engine Manual Recoil Start Handle Tool Less Reversible and Replaceable Tines Gas Cap Primer Bulb Choke Lever rear of Air Fi...

Page 8: ...rton and set the machine upright with the Tines and Wheels on a level surface 2 Remove the Hardware Bag from the Shipping Carton 3 Remove any packing material from the machine and cut the Ties holding...

Page 9: ...ver tighten the T Handle Nuts 6 The Drag Stake shipped with its pointed end facing upwards Remove the Lock Pin turn the Drag Stake around and direct the point in the downward position facing towards t...

Page 10: ...owly to vent and add the remainder of the fuel you are mixing 5 Wipe up any spilled fuel or oil Filling the Engine Fuel Tank Always fill the Fuel Tank outdoors or in a well ventilated area away from s...

Page 11: ...ctions to avoid injury 3 Standing between the Handlebars squeeze the Throttle Lever with your right hand and push down on the Handlebar lifting the Tines off the ground Figure 4 Grasp the Recoil Start...

Page 12: ...the Engine is idling if they do contact us at www DRpower com for instructions Use the DR PILOT 2 Cycle Tiller Cultivator without placing excessive body weight on the machine The unit operates most ef...

Page 13: ...ne of the three 3 holes in the Vertical Guide 2 Slide the Wheel Set up or down to the desired position and then release the Locking Sleeve until it locks into one 1 of the three 3 Holes in the Vertica...

Page 14: ...uencies under extremely dirty or dusty conditions Procedure Before Each Use Every 8 20 Hours Every 35 Hours Check the Engine Fuel Level Clean the Tines and Hood After each use Check the general condit...

Page 15: ...e original foam Element by washing it in liquid detergent and warm water to remove dirt and debris Press the Filter Element when washing DO NOT TWIST 5 Rinse the Filter Element in warm water to remove...

Page 16: ...d then slide the C Tine onto the right Tine Shaft 2 Locate the outside Tines they are stamped A and D Slide the outside A Tine onto the Left Tine Shaft and then slide the D Tine onto the right Tine Sh...

Page 17: ...the Plug and pull the Recoil Starter Rope until you feel strong resistance This will coat the Piston and seat the Valves to prevent moisture buildup Clean or replace the Engine Air Filter Element See...

Page 18: ...Fuel Tank The fuel may be old change it if necessary Use a fuel stabilizer if you keep fuel longer than one month Check the Throttle and Choke settings See page 11 The Spark Plug may be dirty or crack...

Page 19: ...y be faulty visit our website at www DRpower com for assistance The Tines turn when the Engine is idling Engine idle speed is too high visit our website at www DRpower com for assistance Broken Tine D...

Page 20: ...ipment Ref Part Description 1 26161 Bolt 10 24 X 1 1 4 Phillips 2 39902 Handlebar Upper Right 3 25196 Throttle Cable 4 39903 Rubber Pad 5 39904 Trigger Assembly Short Throw 6 26144 Handlebar Grip 7 39...

Page 21: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 21 Schematic Diagram Handlebar Assembly...

Page 22: ...Mount 9 39912 Bolt M6 X 1 0 X 25 Hex Flange 10 39913 Tine Shaft Bushing Steel 11 39914 Tine Shaft Shim 12 39915 Gear And Tine Shaft Assy 13 39916 Bushing Spacer 14 39917 Drive Shaft Bushing Bronze 15...

Page 23: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 23 Schematic Diagram Transmission Assembly...

Page 24: ...ton Head With Washer 22 39945 Ignition Coil 23 39946 Spark Plug L7rtc Torch 24 26726 Kit Gas Tank 25 39947 Bolt M5 X 20 With Washer 26 39948 Recoil Handle Ref Part Description 27 26170 Recoil Assembly...

Page 25: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 25 Schematic Diagram Engine Assembly...

Page 26: ...968 Wheel 180 X 38 mm Diamond Tread Grey Hub 13 26131 Guide Wheel Tube 14 39969 Handlebar Lower 15 26125 Nut M10 X 1 5 Center Lock Hex 16 26130 Wheel Tube 17 39970 Pin Lock 8mm X 40mm Ref Part Descrip...

Page 27: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 27 NOTES...

Page 28: ...Engine wait five 5 minutes to allow parts to cool and disconnect the Spark Plug wire keeping it away from the Spark Plug FUEL Fill the Fuel Tank with a fresh unleaded gasoline 2 cycle oil mixture See...

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