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Troubleshooting
Before carrying out maintenance "STOP" the engine, disconnect the
spark plug lead from the spark plug.
Problem
Possible cause
Correction
Does not start
Out of fuel
Refill tank with correct fuel
Switch in the off position
Switch to the on position
Spark plug lead not connected
Press terminal cover fully onto
the spark plug
Engine
flooded
Turn fuel tap 'OFF'. Pull starter cord
until engine starts, then turn fuel
TAPg/.g
Choke not set correctly Choke position for cold start and run
for hot start
Dirty spark plug
Replace spark plug
Stale fuel in tank from last season
Contact Service Centre
Water in fuel tank
Contact Service Centre
Service required
Contact Service Centre
Engine worn
Contact Service Centre
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Loss of Power
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Dirty air filter element
Clean or replace
Too low height adjustment
Raise cutting height
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Poor cutting
Blade worn or damaged Replace
Cutting Blade loose Tighten cutting blade nut
Blades restricted by grass and dirt Remove spark plug lead and clean
accumulated under the blade guard under the blade guard
Tension spring broken Replace
Belt worn or damaged
Adjust tension or replace belt
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Build up of grass and dirt on upper
Clean
surface of blade
Blade out of balance
Replace blade
Bent or damaged blade
Replace blade
Looseness of assembly
Check all nuts for tightness
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Engine stops
Fuel supply blocked
Contact Service Centre
frequently
Engine worn or seized
Contact Service Centre
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In small engines generally, difficult starting and erratic running is most often caused by a
dirty spark plug. If a new spark plug of the correct type does not restore the engine to a
proper operating condition the problem may be solved by reference to the chart below.
MAINTENANCE
&
CARE
Not
for
Reproduction
