CHAPTER 6
TROUBLESHOOTING
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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 DR
Power Equipment for support.
Troubleshooting Table
SYMP OM POSSIBLE CAUSE
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(Please refer to the
Engine Owner’s
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specif
⇒
l of
tions are clean and tight. Reconnect the battery ground
⇒ Check the ground connection on the solenoid where it’s bolted to the
ction to the frame.
ged? Check the voltage yourself or at a service
If it’s low, charge it with a 12-volt, 1 to 2 Amp trickle charger.
n’t use your Chipper for at least 45 minutes at a time, the
rged. See the Battery Care
er.com or call 1(800) DR-
OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.
ngine won’t start
electric-start.
⇒ Is the Fuel Shut-Off Valve in the ON position?
⇒ Is the spark plug wire attached?
⇒ Have you checked all the items under the section called Electric
Starting in Chapter 4?
an al for engine-
ic procedures.)
Check the wire connections, especially the large black ground wire
where it connects to the battery and where it connects to the engine.
⇒ Check the wire connections to the solenoid. Disconnect the black
battery ground wire first to avoid sparks. Check to be sure that al
the connec
wire.
frame. Using a wrench or socket, tighten the bolts to ensure a good
conne
⇒ Is your battery char
station.
If you do
battery may need to be periodically cha
section in Chapter 5.
⇒ If your battery is charged and your DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER still
won’t start, contact us at www.DRpow
REM PLUG WIRE, DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE, THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER..
SHUT DOWN THE ENGINE, WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP,
OVE SPARK
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