TROUBLESHOOTING
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Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Handle not in position.
Mower not starting.
Mower cutting grass unevenly.
Lawn is rough or uneven or cutting
height not set properly.
Move the wheels to a higher position.
All wheels must be placed in the same
cutting height for the mower to cut
evenly.
Mower not mulching properly.
Wet grass clippings sticking to the
underside of the deck.
Wait until the grass dries before
mowing.
Mower hard to push.
Mower vibrating at higher speed.
High grass, rear of mower housing
and blade dragging in heavy grass,
or cutting height too low.
Blade is unbalanced.
Bent motor shaft.
Balance the blade by grinding each
cutting edge equally.
Stop the motor, disconnect the power
source, and inspect for damage. Have
repaired by an authorized service
center before restarting.
Raise cutting height.
Carriage bolts not seated properly.
Handle knobs not tightened.
Adjust the height of the handle and
make sure the carriage bolts are
seated properly.
Tighten handle knobs.
Battery is low in charge.
Battery is either defective or will not
take a charge.
Charge the battery.
Replace the battery.