Operating Manual
English
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Information about the
engine
The engine manufacturer is liable
for all engine-related problems with
respect to power, power measure-
ment, technical specifications,
warranty and service. Information
can be found in the owner’s/user
handbook supplied separately by
the engine manufacturer.
Troubleshooting
Danger
Injury hazard if engine is started
inadvertently
Protect yourself against injury.
Before carrying out any work on the
mower
– switch off the engine,
– withdraw the ignition key,
– lock the parking brake.
– wait until all moving parts have
come to rest and the engine has
fully cooled,
– pull off the cap of the spark plug
so that the engine cannot
inadvertently start.
Problems that occur while you are
using the mower are often caused
by something simple which you will
probably be able to rectify yourself.
If you are in any doubt however,
your dealer will be most pleased
provide assistance.
Problem
Possible cause(s)
Remedy
Starter does not turn.
Safety interlock system has actuated. To start the engine, sit on the driver’s seat,
fully depress brake pedal or apply parking
brake.
Switch off PTO.
Battery not connected correctly.
Connect red cable to (+) battery terminal and
black cable to (–) battery terminal.
Discharged or low battery.
Check the battery, charge it or exchange it.
Fuse has tripped.
Replace fuse. If the fuse trips repeatedly,
look for the cause (usually short-circuit).
Loose earth cable between engine
and frame.
Connect earth cable.
Starter turns but engine
does not start.
Choke and throttle in wrong position. Actuate choke. Move throttle to
.
Carburettor not receiving any fuel,
fuel tank empty.
Top up with fuel.
Defective or dirty spark plug.
Check spark plug; see engine manual.
No ignition spark.
Have ignition checked in repair shop.
Engine emits smoke.
Too much oil in engine.
Switch off engine immediately.
Check engine oil level.
Engine defective.
Switch off engine immediately.
Arrange for service agent to check
the engine.
Excessive vibration.
Damaged blade drive shaft or
defective cutting blade.
Switch off engine immediately.
Have defective parts replaced.
Cutting mechanism does
not discharge grass or cuts
unevenly.
Engine speed too low.
Increase throttle.
Travelling speed too high.
Set to a lower travelling speed.
Cutting blade is blunt.
Arrange for service agent to sharpen
or replace blade.
Engine is running, cutter
deck is not mowing.
V-belt torn.
Have the V-belt replaced in a repair shop.
