Fault Finding - Qualcast Easi-Trak 32 Operating Instructions Manual

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The following table gives checks and actions that you can perform if your machine does not operate
correctly. If these do not identify/remedy the problem contact a Atco-Qualcast Approved Service
Agent.
Warning: Switch off, remove plug from mains before investigating fault.
Symptom
Machine fails to
operate
Machine functions
intermittently
Machine leaves
ragged finish or
motor labours
Cutting blade not
rotating
Excessive vibra-
tion/noise

Fault Finding

Possible Cause
Power turned off
Mains socket faulty
Extension cable damaged
Fuse faulty/blown
Mower in long grass
Motor protector has activated
Safety cut out has activated
Extension cable damaged
Machines internal wiring dam-
aged
Motor protector has activated
Safety cut out has activated
Height of cut too low
Cutting blade blunt
Underside of machine badly
clogged
Blade fitted upside down
Cutting blade obstructed
Blade nut/bolt loose.
Blade nut/bolt loose
Cutting blade damaged
Remedy
Turn power on
Use another socket
Inspect cable, replace if dam-
aged.
Replace fuse
Increase height of cut and tilt
mower
Allow to cool and increase
height of cut
Allow to cool for a few minutes
and increase height of cut
At this time do not operate the
switch lever
as this will prolong
1
the reset time of the safety cut
out
Inspect cable, replace if dam-
aged
Contact your service agent
Allow to cool and increase
height of cut
Allow to cool for a few minutes
and increase height of cut
At this time do not operate the
switch lever
as this will prolong
1
the reset time of the safety cut
out
Increase height of cut
(see Height of Cut Adjustment)
Replace blade
(see Blade Maintenance)
Clean machine
(see After Mowing/ Storage)
Refit blade correctly
(see Blade Maintenance)
Clear obstruction
Tighten blade nut/bolt
Tighten blade nut/bolt
Replace blade

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