Why won't my DR Tiller engine start manually?
- SsandradavisJul 29, 2025
If your DR Tiller engine won't start manually, there are several things to check: * Ensure the Tine Drive Clutch is disengaged. * Verify the Spark Plug Wire is attached. * Confirm the Fuel Shut-Off is in the ON position. * Check the oil and gas level. * 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.