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TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE FAULT
REMEDY
Engine will not turn
over
Engine blade control
lever released.
Operate engine blade control
lever
Incorrect oil level.
Check oil level.
Obstruction under deck.
Remove obstruction.
Engine smokes
Excess oil level.
Check oil level.
Air cleaner cartridge oil
soaked or blocked.
Service air cleaner.
Engine runs then
stops
Fuel starvation.
Fill fuel tank.
Fuel cap vent blocked.
Petrol tap closed
Clean fuel cap vent. Check petrol
tap position
Engine will not start
Engine under load.
Raise height of cut.
Fuel starvation.
Fill fuel tank.
Incorrect/contaminated
fuel.
Drain fuel tank and fill with correct
fuel.
Spark plug lead
disconnected.
Connect spark plug lead.
Faulty spark plug.
Clean and adjust gap or replace.
Engine runs rough
Spark plug lead becoming
disconnected in use.
Connect spark plug lead.
disconnected in use.
Faulty spark plug.
Clean and adjust gap or replace.
Air cleaner blocked.
Service air cleaner.
Incorrect/contaminated
fuel.
Drain tank and fill with correct
fuel.
Engine vibrates
excessively
Mounting bolts loose.
Tighten bolts
Blade bolt loose.
Tighten bolt
Blade out of balance.
Balance blade
Bent crankshaft.
Consult your dealer
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
HELPLINE NO 08454505299
