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Troubleshooting
The following table contains the most
frequent problems and their elimination. If
more problems occur, contact the closest
authorised service centre.
You can find an authorised service centre on
our home page www.as-motor.de.
Problem Possible cause Remedy
Engine does not
start
Engine brake lever is not
pressed.
Press engine brake lever towards the
handlebar.
Fuel valve is closed. Open fuel valve.
Tank ventilation screw is closed. Open tank ventilation screw.
No fuel is in the tank. Refill fuel.
Choke is open. Close the choke.
Device was tilted - air filter is
oily.
Replace air filter, unscrew spark
plug, and start several times while
fuel valve is closed, dry spark plugs
and screw back in.
Engine was flooded due to too
many start attempts.
Unscrew spark plug and start several
times when the fuel valve is closed,
dry the spark plug and screw it back
in.
Spark plug connector is pulled
off.
Observe safety instructions! Put the
spark plug connector on.
Air filter is soiled.
Clean air filter (see also Maintenance
and cleaning).
Spark plug is sooted, damaged
or incorrect electrode gap.
Clean air plug and check electrode
gap (see also Maintenance and
cleaning). Replace spark plug if
necessary.
Housing of the mower is
jammed.
See also Maintenance and cleaning.
Poor quality, dirty, or old fuel.
Clean fuel system (authorised
service centre).
Always use fresh fuel.
Blade is loose. Authorised service centre.
Engine starts badly
or runs irregularly
Air filter is soiled.
Clean air filter (see also Maintenance
and cleaning).