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Safety & Operating Instructions 18
Troubleshooting
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WARNING: Always disconnect the spark plug wire before servicing your machine.
Please refer to your engine manufacturer's owner's manual for additional engine troubleshooting
information.
Engine
Engine won't start
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Check for adequate fresh fuel. Also check to see that the fuel line
isn't obstructed and that the air cleaner is free of dirt and debris.
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If the Electric-Starting Model won't start with the key, try starting the
engine with the recoil starter. If the engine starts, the battery may
simply be low on charge, it could be dead, or a connection may be
loose. See below for battery maintenance. Also, check the wiring
connections to the battery.
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The spark plug may be fouled. In this case, replace it. See your
engine manufacturer's owner's manual for more information.
Engine lacks power
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Check to make sure that your engine has proper the amount of oil.
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Check the air intake holes on top of the engine. They should be
free and clear of debris. If they get clogged, the engine may be
damaged by overheating.
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Check the air cleaner, and carburetor as described in your engine
manufacturer's owner's manual. If the carburetor needs adjusting,
call us at 1(800)DR-OWNER(376-9637) so we can recommend a
DR
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Friendly Service Center in your area.
Battery
Engine won't start with key
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If the Electric-Start model won't start with the key, try starting the
engine with the recoil starter. If the engine starts, the battery may
need to be charged.
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A connection may be loose. Check the wiring connections to the
battery.
Battery is low on charge
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The battery may need to be charged. Please see page 10 for more
information.
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If your battery still does not hold a charge, please contact us and we
will arrange to have a new one shipped to you. (Batteries covered
under the 1-Year Warranty will be replaced free of charge; see
Parts Order Form in your Product Package or call for ordering
information.)