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COMMERICAL LEAF and LAWN VACUUM Safety & Operating Instructions
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.
Troubleshooting Table
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE
Recoil will not
pull out or is
difficult to pull.
⇒ Check for debris in the Chipper Hopper.
⇒ 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
won’t start.
(Please refer to
the engine
owner’s manual
for engine-
specific
procedures.)
⇒ Check that the spark plug wire is attached.
⇒ Check the oil and gas level. See page 23.
⇒ Are you using fresh, clean gas? If the gas is old,
change it. Use a fuel stabilizer if you keep gas longer
than one month.
⇒ Check the throttle adjustment and travel. See page 24.
⇒ Is the spark plug clean? If the spark plug is dirty or
cracked, change it. 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.
⇒ Check that the Safety Interlock Switch is depressed.
See Figure 14 on page 16.
⇒ If your engine still won’t start, call 1(800) DR-OWNER
(376-9637) for assistance.
WARNING! Before performing any maintenance procedure, stop the
engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.