Troubleshooting
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Problem Possible cause Correction
Does not start Fuel tap 'OFF' Turn fuel tap 'ON'
Out of fuel Refill tank with correct fuel
Throttle lever in incorrect position Refer to 'Starting Procedures'
Spark plug lead not connected Press terminal cover fully onto
the spark plug
Engine flooded Turn fuel tap 'OFF'. Pull starter cord
until engine starts, then turn fuel
tap 'ON'
Dirty spark plug Replace spark plug
Stale fuel in tank from last season Contact Service Centre
Water in fuel tank Contact Service Centre
Service required Contact Service Centre
Engine worn Contact Service Centre
Low or no oil (4 stroke) Top up with correct oil
Loss of power Incorrect throttle setting Set throttle lever in the 'RUN' position
Dirty air filter element Clean or replace
Too low height adjustment Raise cutting height
Low or no oil (4 stroke) Top up with correct oil
Poor cutting or Blades worn or damaged Replace
catching
Blade disc loose Contact Service Centre
Slow running Refer to 'Loss of Power' above
Blades restricted by grass and dirt Remove spark plug lead and clean
accumulated under the baseplate under the baseplate
Blocked vents in grasscatcher Clean vents
Excessive vibrations Build up of grass and dirt on upper Clean
surface of blade disc
Blades out of balance Replace both blades
Bent or damaged disc or blade Replace disc or both blades
Looseness of assembly Check all nuts for tightness
Low or no oil (4 stroke) Top up with correct oil
Engine stops Fuel supply blocked Check fuel line
frequently
Engine worn or seized Contact Service Centre
Fuel cap not venting Check / Loosen cap slightly
Low or no oil (4 stroke) Top up with correct oil
If running difficulties continue, please contact your closest Authorised Service
Centre on: 1800 356 632 or refer to the Lawnmower section of your local yellow
pages.
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