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CHAPTER 6
TROUBLESHOOTING
Most problems are easy to fix. Consult the Troubleshooting Table for common problems and their
solutions. If you continue to experience problems, call Country Home Products, Inc. for support at:
1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637).
Troubleshooting Table
WHEN 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.
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE
Recoil will not pull
out or is difficult to
pull.
⇒ Check that the Tine Drive Clutch is disengaged.
⇒ Check the Engine oil level; the Engine may be seized.
⇒ 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.
⇒ The Recoil may be broken or jammed. Call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for
assistance.
The Engine will not
start manually.
(Please refer to the
Engine Owner’s
Manual for Engine-
specific procedures.)
⇒ Check that the Tine Drive Clutch is disengaged.
⇒ Check that the Spark Plug Wire is attached.
⇒ Make sure that the Fuel Shut-Off is in the ON position.
⇒ Check the oil and gas level. See page 18.
⇒ 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.
⇒ The Air Filter may be dirty; change it following the procedure in the Engine
Owner’s Manual.
⇒ If your Engine still won’t start, call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.