TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Possible causes
Remedy
Motor does not start
Unit not plugged in
No electricity
Defective cable
Defective safety switch/plug
Overheat protection activated
Plug in the unit
Check power supply
Check cable. Repair or replace if required
Arrange for repair
1. Working depth too large, set to a shorter depth.
2. Raker cylinder blocked, remove the blockage.
3. Grass
too
long
,
mow
the
lawn
before
operation.
Wait until the motor cools down for about 15 minutes
before further use.
Abnormal noises
Raker
cylinder is jammed
Cogged
belt
slipping
Bolts, nuts or other components are
loose.
Switch off . Wait till the raker comes to a complete
stop. Remove jammed objects.
Dethatcher must be repaired. Call our customer
service help line at 1-800-633-1501 for assistance.
Tighten all components. Arrange for repair if noises
continue.
Abnormal vibrations
Raker
cylinder damaged or worn
Working depth too large
Replace damaged or worn raker.
Set to correct working depth.
Poor results
Working depth too small
Worn raker cylinder
Discharge
opening
blocked
Set to correct working depth.
Replace damaged or worn raker cylinder.
Empty
grass
catcher
bag
and
remove
blockage
Call us first with questions about operating or maintaining your dethatcher
at 1-800-633-1501 between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Eastern
Standard Time, or get assistance on www.americanlawnmower.com.
CALL US FIRST !!
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Model DT71613
