Fault Finding
Engine Will Not Start
1. Ensure that the Operator Presence Control is
gripped firmly to the upper handle.
2. Check that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tank
and the fuel tap is open
3. Check that the choke control lever is in the cor-
rect position:- 'Run’ position (N) - for a hot
engine, 'Choke’position (M) - for a cold engine.
4. The engine may have flooded.Remove and dry
the spark plug.
5. Petrol may be stale, replace. Once the petrol
has been replaced, it may take a little time for
fresh petrol to filter through.
6. Check that the blade bolt is tight. A loose blade
bolt could cause difficult starting.
7. If the engine will still not start - disconnect the
spark plug lead and consult you local approved
Service Centre/Dealer.
Poor Flotation or Lack of Power
1. Disconnect the spark plug lead.
2. Clean the underside of the hood, the air filter,
the fan, around the engine and the air intakes.
3. Check that the engine choke control lever is in
the 'Run' position. (N)
4. Petrol may be stale, replace. Once the petrol
has been replaced, it may take a little time for
fresh petrol to filter through.
5. If poor flotation or lack of power persists - discon-
nect the spark plug lead and consult your local
approved Service Centre/Dealer.
Excessive Vibration
1. Disconnect the spark plug lead.
2. Check that the blade is correctly fitted.'See 'Fitting
and Removing the Blade and the Fan'.
3. If the blade is damaged or worn, renew the blade.
4. If vibration persists - do not use - disconnect the
spark plug lead and consult your local approved
Centre/Dealer.
Service Recommendations
Environmental Information
Electrolux Outdoor Products are manufactured
under an Environmental Management System (ISO
14001) using, where practical, components manu-
factured in the most environmentally responsible
manner, according to company procedures, and
with the potential for recycling at the end of the
products’ life.
• Packaging is recyclable and plastic components
have been labelled (where practical) for cate-
gorised recycling.
• Awareness of the environment must be consid-
ered when disposing of ‘end-of-life’ product.
• If necessary, contact your local authority for dis-
posal information.
DISPOSAL OF FUELS AND LUBRICA
TING OILS
• Wear protective clothing when handling any fuels
and lubricants.
• Avoid contact with skin.
• Remove petrol and engine oil before transporting
the product.
• Contact your local authority for information of
your nearest Recycling/Disposal Station.
• Do NOT dispose of used fuels/oils with
household waste
• Do NOT dispose of used fuels/oils to water.
• Waste fuels/oils are harmful,but can be
recycled and should be disposed of through
the recognised facilities.
• Do NOT incinerate
• Your product is uniquely identified by a silver and black product rating label.
• We strongly recommend that your product is serviced at least every twelve months, more often in
a professional application.
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