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C hec k there i s ample clean, fresh fue l in t he ta nk.
Engine w ill not start
C hec k the cutter bl ade is not fouling the ground preventing free rotation.
C he ck the Operators Presence Control (OPC) lever is fully released.
Engine will not stop
Remove spark plug lead to stop engine using insulated gl oves and refer to de aler.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spar k plug lead using heat resistant gloves.
C hec k blade attach me nt bolt is tight.
Fa il ure to cut grass properly
C hec k condition of bl ad e. If s eriously worn or dama ged replace with a new one.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spar k plug lead using heat resistan t gloves.
C hec k and make s ure there is no build up o f grass inside the ca sing.
C he c k to en sure the eng ine is r unning at the correct speed, (approximately 3000rpm).
Raise the height of cut to increase airlow.
Do not cut more than one third of the length of the grass at any one time.
Fa il ure to collect grass properly
Machine vibrates e xc essively
This will c ertainly indicate that the blade has be c ome badly da mag ed . St op the e ngine, disconnect the
spark plug lead and examine the blade asse mb ly. Refer to your local dealer.
FAULT FINDING
AFTER EACH USE
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Remove any grass pulp from the underside of the cutter deck using a non-metallic instrument such as a piece of
wood. Take care not to damage the paintwork.
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Examine the cutter blade for any damage. A damaged blade may upset the balance of your mower and cause
excessive vibration, if in doubt refer to your dealer.
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The upper handle can be removed and folded down to reduce the amount of storage space required. Take care
not to trap any of the operating cables when removing or refitting the handle.
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Store the mower in a clean, dry area well away from any naked flames, sparks or heat source.
LONG TERM - If you are not using your mower for more than 28 days.
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Give the machine a thorough clean, paying particular attention to the underside of the cutter deck.
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Lubricate all moving parts.
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At the end of the season, empty the fuel tank either by running the mower out of fuel or tip the machine backwards
and onto the back right wheel to drain the fuel into a suitable container. Drain the carburettor by loosening the
drain screw, retighten the drain screw.
CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY
A certificate of conformity is enclosed with the documentation as separate document.
An EXAMPLE is shown below.
EXAMPLE
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