Use and Care Manual

Page 16 — English
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Handle not in position. Handle knobs not tight. Tighten handle knobs.
Mower not starting. Start key not installed or in off position.
No fuel in tank.
Spark plug shorted or fouled.
Spark plug is broken (cracked porcelain
or electrodes broken).
Ignition lead wire shorted, broken, or
disconnected from spark plug.
Ignition inoperative.
Install start key and/or turn key to start
position.
Fill tank.
Replace spark plug.
Replace spark plug.
Replace lead wire or attach to spark
plug.
Contact qualified service center.
Mower cutting grass unevenly. Lawn is rough or cutting height not set
properly.
Adjust the cutting height.
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. High grass, rear of mower housing
and blade dragging in heavy grass, or
cutting height too low.
Raise cutting height.
Mower not bagging properly. Cutting height set too low. Raise cutting height.
Mower vibrating at higher speed. Blade is unbalanced, excessively or
unevenly worn.
Bent engine shaft.
Replace the blade.
Stop the engine and remove start key.
Inspect for damage. Have repaired
by a qualified service center before
restarting.
Engine stops while cutting. Cutting height set too low. Raise the cutting height.
If problem persists after trying the above solutions, contact customer service or a qualified service center for assistance.
NOTICE:
As the equipment owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in the Maintenance
section. It is recommended that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your equipment. Neglecting or failing
to perform the required maintenance may increase emissions, decrease fuel efficiency, degrade performance, cause
irreversible engine damage and/or void your warranty.
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