Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Cause Solution
Engine does not start. Fuel tank (14) is empty.
Oil tank is empty.
Spark plug (24).
Blade hitting the grass to be cut.
Old fuel in tank OR BOWL.
On/Off Switch (2) not turned on.
Check the fuel tank (14), and refuel if
required.
Check the level of the oil dipstick (17),
and if low or empty, add oil.
Clean or replace if dirty or worn.
Increase the cutting height of the mower
so the blades do not make contact with
the grass on start up.
FULLY drain the fuel from the fuel tank (14)
via the drain in the bowl of the carburettor.
Even if there is no fuel in the fuel tank (14),
drain all old fuel out of the bowl.
Refer page 25.
Check the On/Off switch (2) has the “I”
depressed.
Cutting / Engine
performance
decreases.
Cutting height.
Bar blade (26) is dull or blunt.
45L hard catcher (7) is full .
Increase the cutting height using the
8 height adjustment lever (12).
Replace the blade (26) with new / sharp
blade.
NOTE: Always ensure the engine is turned
off before undertaking this task.
Empty 45L hard catcher (7).
45L hard catcher
is not filling up to
optimum level.
Cutting height too low.
Grass is wet.
Bar blade (26) is dull or blunt.
Increase the cutting height using the
8 height adjustment lever (12).
Allow the grass to dry before mowing.
Sharpen or replace bar blade (26).
Engine will not stop. On/Off switch (2) not turned Off. Depress the “O” on the On/ Off switch (2).
Remove spark plug cap.
Allow motor to continue to run until fuel
all used. Do NOT leave the mower
unattended.
For all other issues, please contact Customer Service on 1800 909 909
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