TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM
PROBABLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Engine does
Throttle not in CHOKE position.
Move throttle to CHOKE
not start.
Fuel tank is empty.
Fill tank with fuel.
Air cleaner element is dirty.
Clean air cleaner element.
Spark-plug loose.
Tighten spark-plug to 25-30 N•m.
Spark-plug leads loose or
Install spark-plug lead on spark plug.
disconnected from plug.
Spark-plug gap is incorrect.
Set gap between electrodes at
0.6 to 0.7mm.
Spark-plug is defective.
Install new, correctly gapped plug.
Carburetor is flooded with fuel.
Remove spark plug lead and remove
plug. Switch fuel tap off. Pull starter
rope 6 times to clear cylinder of fuel.
Clean and dry spark plug,then reinstall.
Faulty ignition module.
Contact the service agent.
Engine difficult to
Dirt, water or stale fuel tank.
Drain fuel and clean tank. Fill
start or loses power.
tank with clean, fresh fuel.
Vent hole in fuel tank cap is plugged.
Clean or replace fuel tank cap.
Air cleaner element is dirty.
Clean air cleaner element.
Engine operates
Spark-plug is defective.
Install new, correctly gapped plug.
erratically.
Spark-plug gap is incorrect.
Set gap between electrodes at
0.6 to 0.7mm.
Air cleaner element is dirty.
Clean air cleaner element.
Engine idles poorly.
Air cleaner element is dirty.
Clean air cleaner element.
Air slots in engine shroud are blocked. Remove debris from shots.
Cooling fins and air passages
Remove debris from cooling fins
under engine fan housing
and air passages.
are blocked.
Engine skips at
Gap between electrodes or
Set gap between electrodes at high
speed.
spark-plug is too close.
0.7 to 0.8mm
Engine overheats.
Cooling air flow is restricted.
Remove any debris from slots in
shroud, blower housing, air passages
and cooling fins on engine.
Incorrect spark-plug.
Install correct spark plug.
(Part No. AO9295-305001)
Mower vibrates
Cutting assembly is loose.
Check and tighten blade and cutting
abnormally.
plate bolts.
Cutting assembly is unbalanced.
Check blade and cutting plate for
damaged wear. Replace all damaged
or worn components.
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The safety of user and others involved. Personal injury may result if information
is disregarded.
WARNING
Follow instructions to avoid mower damage and possible
loss of warranty.
CAUTION
Congratulations on your purchase of a quality Talon product.
This manual covers the operation and maintenance of the Talon walk behind
mowers. Please read and understand this manual before using your new mower. If
assistance is required, please contact Talon Tools Australia or any Talon Tools
mower servicing dealer.
To emphasise special information the WARNING and CAUTION icons are used,
please observe these carefully.
CONTENTS
Specifications
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Pg 4
General Identification
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Pg 4
Safety Instructions
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Pg 5
Assembling Instructions
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Pg 7
Preparing the engine
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Pg 8
Running the engine
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Pg 10
Starting the engine
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Pg 11
Drive clutch lever ________________________________________________ Pg 12
Cut height control
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Pg 14
Blade maintenance
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Pg 15
Maintenance schedule
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Pg 16
Spark plug
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Pg 17
Engine air cleaner
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Pg 18
Mowing tips
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Pg 19
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TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION
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CONTENTS
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Meaning of symbols marked on the product
Read the user manual before using the machine
Whenever the machine is in use, safety goggles
must be worn to safeguard against flying objects,
as must ear protectors, such as a soundproof
helmet, in order to protect the operator’s hearing.
Wear safety boots to protect your feet.
Do not reach underneath the mower.
Keep feet away from underneath mower.
Wear gloves to protect your hands.
Do not cut on steep slopes.
Keep people or animals away from the
machine during operation.
Danger : Objects thrown up by machine.
