Troubleshooting - Masport Olympic Reel Mowers 400 Manual Del Propietário

Fault
Some uncut or poorly cut strands of
grass.
Scalping.
Excessive bottom blade wear.
Engine does not start, runs erratically.
Engine misfires at high speed.
Engine idles poorly.
031992 - Masport European Reel Mower Owner's Manual - July '10

Troubleshooting

Possible Cause
Cutting reel is partially out of contact
with the bottom blade.
Cutting reel is in heavy contact with
bottom blade.
Height of cut is too high.
Cutting edges of cutting reel/bottom
blade are rounded.
Undulations too severe for height of cut
setting.
Bottom blade in heavy ground contact.
Cutting edges of cutting reel/bottom
blade are rounded.
Cutting reel is in heavy contact with the
bottom blade.
Damaged cutting reel or bottom blade.
Choke incorrectly set.
Fuel tank empty or fuel shut off valve
closed.
Faulty recoil starter.
Air cleaner element is dirty.
Spark plug loose.
Spark plug cable disconnected.
Defective spark plug.
Spark plug gap incorrect.
Carburettor is flooded with fuel.
Dirt water or stale fuel in the tank.
Vent hole in the filler cap is blocked.
Spark plug gap too small.
Air cleaner element is dirty.
Remedy
Re-adjust cutting reel to bottom blade.
Re-adjust cutting reel to bottom blade.
Lower height of cut setting.
Regrind cutting edges.
Raise height of cut.
Raise height of cut.
Regrind cutting edges.
Re-adjust cutting reel to bottom blade.
Regrind or replace as necessary.
Move choke lever.
Fill tank with recommended fuel grade
and open fuel shut-off valve.
Return unit to dealer.
Service or replace air cleaner.
Tighten spark plug.
Refit cable to spark plug.
Replace damaged spark plug.
Replace damaged spark plug
Move throttle to 'Stop', position pull the
starter cord 5-6 times, move throttle to
'Run' and start engine.
Drain and clean fuel tank. Refill with
clean fresh fuel before starting.
Clean or replace fuel cap.
Refer to Engine Manual.
Service or replace air filter.
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