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