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Operator's Manual
String Mower M220
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
NOTE: Please see the engine manual for a full troubleshooting guide for any engine issues.
Trouble Cause Correction
Engine does not start Spark plug wire disconnected Connect spark plug wire
Engine not primed Prime engine
Defective or incorrectly gapped spark plug Inspect or replace spark plug
Fuel tank empty Add fuel
Dirty carburetor or fuel line Clean carburetor or fuel line
Dirty air lter Replace air lter
Carburetor out of adjustment For carburetor adjustment, take the unit to an
authorized service center
Engine ooded Wait several minutes before starting
ON/OFF Switch in incorrect position Move Switch to ON position
Stale gasoline Drain old gasoline and add fresh gas
Defective ON/OFF Switch or wire Inspect and replace damaged parts
Engine runs poorly Bad spark plug Replace spark plug
Dirty air lter Replace air lter
Carburetor out of adjustment For carburetor adjustment, take the unit to an
authorized service center
Stale gasoline Drain old gasoline and add fresh gas
Engine cooling system clogged Clean debris screen and engine cooling ns
Engine overheats Engine cooling system clogged Clean debris screen and engine cooling ns
Carburetor out of adjustment For carburetor adjustment, take the unit to an
authorized service center
Oil level is low Add oil
Engine will not stop
running
ON/OFF Switch failed Inspect and replace damaged parts
Wire disconnected from ON/OFF Switch Inspect, repair, or replace damaged parts
Poor Mower
performance
Mower line length is too short Correct line length is 15 inches. When the line is less
than 1/2 of this length, replace the line.
Mower vibrates Mower line lengths are substantially
dierent
Adjust mower line to approximately equal lengths
Loose nuts or bolts Check all bolts and nuts, including engine bolts
Broken mower head Replace broken part
Mower head does not
retain line
Mower Head Chassis Dirty Clean mower head
Broken line retainer Replaceline retainer
Mower line not correct size Use a 0.155" (4mm) diameter mower line