GB • Printed in England • BA F 016 L69 881 • Powertrak 340 • OSW 02.10
The following table gives checks and actions that you can perform if your machine does not
operate correctly. If these do not identify/remedy the problem contact a Qualcast Approved
Service Agent.
Warning: Switch off, remove plug from mains before investigating fault.
Fault Finding
Symptom Possible Cause Remedy
Machine fails to
operate
Power turned off
Mains socket faulty
Extension cable damaged
Fuse faulty/blown
Mower in long grass
Motor protector has activated
Turn power on
Use another socket
Inspect cable, replace if dam-
aged
Replace fuse
Increase height of cut and tilt
mower
Allow to cool and increase
height of cut
Machine functions
intermittently
Extension cable damaged.
Machines internal wiring dam-
aged
Motor protector has activated
Inspect cable, replace if dam-
aged
Contact your service agent
Allow to cool and increase
height of cut
Machine leaves
ragged finish or
motor labours
Height of cut too low
Cutting blade blunt
Underside of machine badly
clogged
Blade fitted upside down
Increase height of cut
(see Height of Cut Adjustment)
Replace blade
(see Blade Maintenance)
Clean machine
(see After Mowing/ Storage)
Refit blade correctly
(see Blade Maintenance)
Cutting blade not
rotating
Cutting blade obstructed
Blade nut/bolt loose
Clear obstruction
Tighten blade nut/bolt
Excessive vibra-
tion/noise
Blade nut/bolt loose
Cutting blade damaged
Tighten blade nut/bolt
Replace blade
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