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18. Troubleshooting
The following table shows fault symptoms and describes remedial measures in the event of your machine failing to work properly. If you can-
not localise and rectify the problem with this, please contact your service workshop.
Fault Possible cause Remedy
Machine runs unsteadily and
vibrates heavily
Screws are loose Check screws
Blade fasteners are loose Check blade fasteners
Blade is unbalanced Replace blade
Engine does not run
Engine brake lever not pressed Press engine brake lever
Throttle in wrong position Check setting
Spark plug is defective Replace spark plug
Fuel tank empty Refill with fuel
Contaminated fuel
Empty fuel tank and fill with clean fuel
Cold environment Press the fuel pump “primer”
Engine defective Contact authorised customer service
Engine runs unsteadily
Air filter dirty Clean the air filter
Spark plug dirty Clean the spark plug
Lawn turns yellow, uneven mow-
ing results
Blade is blunt Sharpen the blade
Cutting height is too low Set correct height
The discharge of grass clippings
is unclean
Cutting height is too low Adjusting the cutting height
Blade is worn Replace the blade
Grass collection basket blocked Empty the grass collection basket or remove the block-
age