Problem Likely cause Suggested remedy
E ngin e d o e s n o t
start
Out, or almost out, of fuel Fill tank with min unleaded petrol
Spark plug depleted Replace with a suitable new spark plug
Spark plug dirty Clean or replace with a new spark plug
Spark plug not connected Press
rmly on the terminal cover
Flooded engine Remove Spark Plug, clean with appropriate cloth and refit
Old petrol in the tank Drain stale fuel and replace with new min unleaded petrol
Water in the fuel tank Contact an authorised dealer
Engine stops often
Blocked fuel supply Ensure the fuel line is not pinched or blocked
Fuel cap is not venting You may need to slightly loosen the fuel cap
Wrong type of fuel Drain petrol tank and
ll with new min unleaded petrol
Engine loses power
Dirty air cleaner
lter Clean or replace with a new air- lter
Incorrect height adjustment Raise the mower’s cutting height lever
Blocked fuel cap vent holes Ensure the 3 holes in the fuel tank cap are clear
Mower vibrates too
much
Loose cutting blade Check and tighten bolts and nuts
Bent or broken disc/blades Replace disc or blades
Excessive grass/dirt build-up Clean and ensure underside clear of build up
Disc or blades worn/damaged Replace blades
Poor cutting
catching
Catcher not
tted correctly Reattach carefully and also check for damage
Incorrect cutting height set Adjust the cutting height
Blocked grass catcher vents Clear and clean the vents
FAST TROUBLE SHOOTING
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