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GB | Operating Instructions
Warning: Switch off and remove plug from mains before investigating fault.
Symptom Possible Remedy
Machine fails to operate Power turned off Turn power on
Mains socket faulty Use another socket
Extension cable damaged Inspect cable, replace if damaged.
Fuse faulty/blown Replace fuse
Mower in long grass Increase height of cut and tilt mower
Motor protector has activated Allow to cool for a few minutes and
increase height of cut
At this time do not operate the switch
lever 1 as this will prolong the reset
time of the safety cut out
Machine functions
intermittently
Extension cable damaged Inspect cable, replace if damaged.
Machines internal wiring damaged Contact your service agent.
Motor protector has activated Allow to cool for a few minutes and
increase height of cut.
At this time do not operate the switch
lever 1 as this will prolong the reset
time of the safety cut out.
Machine leaves lagged finish of
motor labours
Height of cut too low Increase height of cut (see height of
Cut Adjustment)
Cutting blade blunt Replace blade (see Blade Mainte-
nance)
Underside of machine badly clogged Clean machine (see After Mowing/
Storage)
Blade fitted upside down Refit blade correctly (see Blade
Maintenance)
Cutting blade not rotating Cutting blade obstructed Clear obstruction
Blade nut/bolt loose. Tighten blade nut/bolt
Excessive vibration/noise Blade nut/bolt loose. Tighten blade nut/bolt
Cutting blade damaged Replace blade
Fault Finding
The following table gives checks and actions that you can perform if you machine does not operate correctly. If these
do not identify/remedy the problem, contact your Service Agent.