TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Handle not in
Handle positioned incorrectly.
correct position.
Quick-release knobs not tightened.
Mower does not
No spark.
start
No petrol.
Engine is fl ooded.
Starter rope pulls harder now than
when new.
Mower is hard to
High grass, rear of mower housing
push.
and blade are dragging in heavy
grass, or cutting height too low.
Wheel assembly needs cleaning.
Mower is vibrating
Blade is unbalanced.
at higher speed.
Bent motor shaft.
Mower is not
Wet grass clippings are sticking to
mulching properly.
the underside of the deck.
Mower is not
Cutting height set too low.
bagging properly.
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Possible cause
Solution
Check to be sure that the pin of the lower handle
snapped into proper position.
Tighten handle quick-release knobs.
Use spark tester to check for proper spark plug
operation.
Fill mower with petrol. If mower still does not start,
contact a servicing dealer.
Wait 15 minutes, then try starting mower again. Do not
prime before attempting to start.
Contact a servicing dealer.
Raise the cutting height.
Clean wheel assembly.
Replace the blade.
Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire from
the spark plug, and inspect for damage. Have it repaired
by an authorised service center before restarting.
Wait until the grass dries before mowing. Clean the
underside of the mower deck.
Raise the cutting height.
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