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TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

Handle not in cor-

rect position.

Handle positioned incorrectly.

Check to be sure that lower part of handle is pushed fully back 

and snapped into proper position.

Handle knobs not tightened.

Tighten handle knobs.

M o w e r   n o t 

starting.

No petrol.

Fill the mower with petrol. Turn the fuel tap to the open position. 

If the mower still does not start contact a servicing dealer.

Engine is flooded.

Wait 15 minutes, then try starting mower again. Do not prime 

before attempting to start. Refer to STARTING / STOPPING THE 

MOWER section but exclude the priming steps.

Old fuel.

Only use fresh fuel. Fuel over 30 days old may prevent the unit 

from starting.

No spark.

Check spark. Remove spark plug. Reattach the spark plug cap 

and lay spark plug on metal cylinder. Pull the starter rope and 

watch for spark at spark plug tip. If there is no spark, repeat test 

with a new spark plug.

Engine cutting out 

after 5 minutes

Fuel tap most likely in  the 

CLOSED position therefore 

only 5 mins of fuel left in the 

fuel bowl.

Check Red fuel tap position.

 = OPEN Fuel line for operation

 = CLOSED Fuel line closed for when not in use (storage).

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.

Replace blade.
Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark 

plug, and inspect for damage. Have repaired by an authorized 

service center before restarting.

Mower not mulch-

ing properly

Wet grass clippings sticking to 

the underside of the deck.

Wait until the grass dries before mowing.

M o w e r   n o t 

catching properly

Cutting height set too low.

Raise cutting height. Cutting very wet grass at a low cutting height 

will also greatly hinder the ability of the mower to throw the grass 

to the catcher. Suggest raising the cutting height or cutting the 

grass when it is not as wet.

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Summary of Contents for RLM4619SMB

Page 1: ...PETROL LAWN MOWER Original Instructions RLM4619SMB Important It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before assembling operating and maintaining this machine ...

Page 2: ...a Always be sure of your footing especially on slopes Keep firm footing and balance Do not overreach Overreaching can result in loss of balance Walk never run Mow across the face of slopes never up and down Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Do not mow near drop offs ditches excessively steep slopes or embankments Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident Plan your ...

Page 3: ... the blade height Stop the blade when crossing gravel surfaces Do not pull the mower backward unless absolutely necessary If you must back the machine away from a wall or obstruction first look down and behind to avoid tripping or pulling the machine over your feet Stop the blade s if the machine has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass and when transporting the ...

Page 4: ...nders especially children and pets at least 15m away from the operating area Do not operate on inclines greater than 15o Mow across the face of slopes never up and down Danger Keep hands and feet away Beware of sharp blades remove spark plug lead before maintenance To reduce the risk of injury or damage avoid contact with any hot surface WARNING Hot surface Use unleaded gasoline intended for motor...

Page 5: ... regulatory requirements The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION Indicates...

Page 6: ...n operating the unit wear gloves to keep the hands and wrists warm It is reported that cold weather is a major factor contributing to Raynaud s Syndrome After each period of operation exercise to increase blood circulation Take frequent work breaks Limit the amount of exposure per day If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition immediately discontinue use and see your doctor about thes...

Page 7: ...nstall grass catcher or mulching plug INSTALLING THE MULCHING PLUG FOR MULCHING OPERATION See figure 3 NOTE When using the mulching plug do not install the grass catcher Lift and hold up the rear discharge door Grasp the mulching plug by its handle and insert the right side of the plug into the rear of the deck as shown on the manual figure page Then proceed to slide the left side of the plug into...

Page 8: ...emperature use SAE 10W 30 is recommended NOTE Non detergent or 2 cycle engine oils will damage the engine and should not be used To add engine oil Be sure mower is level and area around oil cap dipstick is clean Remove the cap and seal from oil bottle Unscrew the oil cap dipstick and remove Slowly add oil Fill to the Full line on dipstick Do not overfill NOTE Check the oil level is sufficient by i...

Page 9: ...r embankments you could lose your footing or balance EMPTYING THE GRASS CATCHER See figure 11 Stop the mower and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop the handle proceed with mowing Starting warm engine With warm or hot starts engine has been running in the last 10 minutes the engine may not restart readily Repeating of priming steps is required This due to the decompression valve in the e...

Page 10: ...ing the bolt in a counterclockwise direction as Lift the rear discharge door Grasp grass catcher by its handle and lift to remove from mower Empty grass clippings Lift the rear discharge door and reinstall the grass catcher MAINTENANCE WARNING When servicing use only original manufacturer s replacement parts Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage WARNING Before performi...

Page 11: ... The mower has a paper air filter and it cannot be washed Remove the air filter element cover by pushing in on the latch with your thumb while gently pulling on the cover Remove the paper air filter element for inspection After removing the air filter element most debris can be removed by tapping it gently against a hard surface or brushing the surface lightly NOTE A dirty air filter element will ...

Page 12: ...to reach the carburettor WARNING Do not store the lawn mower with petrol in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark If not using fuel stabilizer allow the engine to run until the mower is completely out of petrol Once the engine has stopped allow the blade to come to a complete stop and disconnect the spark plug wire Turn the fuel tap to the closed position Check al...

Page 13: ...epeat test with a new spark plug Engine cutting out after 5 minutes Fuel tap most likely in the CLOSED position therefore only 5 mins of fuel left in the fuel bowl Check Red fuel tap position OPEN Fuel line for operation CLOSED Fuel line closed for when not in use storage Mower hard to push High grass rear of mower housing and blade dragging in heavy grass or cutting height too low Raise cutting h...

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