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Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Handle not in position.
Carriage bolts not seated properly.
Handle knobs not tightened.
Adjust the height of the handle and
make sure the carriage bolts are
seated properly.
Tighten handle knobs.
Mower not starting.
Extension cord not connected to the
mower plug.
Extension cord not connected to
power source.
Tripped circuit breaker in the house.
Motor control switch defective.
Reconnect the cord and use the cord
retainer to keep the cord close to the
motor/blade control.
Connect the extension cord to a live
120V AC, 60 HZ AC receptacle.
Reset house circuit breaker. If it trips
again, call a qualified electrician.
Have motor control switch replaced
by an authorized service center.
Mower cutting grass unevenly.
Lawn is rough or uneven or cutting
height not set properly.
Move the wheels to a higher posi-
tion. All wheels must be placed in the
same cutting height for the mower
to cut evenly.
Mower not mulching properly.
Wet grass clippings sticking to the
underside of the deck.
Wait until the grass dries before
mowing.
Mower hard to push.
High grass, rear of mower housing
and blade dragging in heavy grass, or
cutting height too low.
Raise cutting height.
Mower vibrating at higher speed.
Blade is unbalanced.
Bent motor shaft.
Balance the blade by grinding each
cutting edge equally.
Stop the motor, disconnect the
power source, and inspect for dam-
age. Have repaired by an authorized
service center before restarting.
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