Troubleshooting - LawnMaster GT1454 Operator's Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

If your grass trimmer does not appear to operate properly, follow the instructions below.
If this does not solve the problem, please contact your local repair agent.
WARNING
Before proceeding, switch off the tool and unplug.
PROBLEM
The trimmer
does not start.
The trimmer
runs slowly.
Unsatisfactory
result.
Automatic line
feed does not
work.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The power cord is not properly
connected to power source.
Defective on/off switch.
The spool housing is blocked.
The cutting line protrudes too
long.
The cutting line is worn or
damaged.
Insufficient cutting line.
The spool is jammed.
Check that the power cord is properly
connected and that there is power going to
trimmer.
Repair by a qualified personal.
Check that the spool housing can rotate
freely. Carefully clean it if necessary.
Check that the cutting line does not
protrude more than 4" from the spool
housing. If it does, cut it off so that it just
reaches the line trimming blade.
Replace the spool.
Keep the tabs depressed and remove the
spool cover from the housing. Pull the
cutting line until it protrudes 4" from the
housing. If insufficient cutting line is left on
the spool, install a new spool of cutting line
as instructed in FITTING A NEW SPOOL
section.
Carefully clean the spool cover and
housing.
Remove the spool and check if the lever
can move freely.
Remove the spool and unwind the cutting
line, then wind it on neatly again as
instructed WINDING NEW LINE ONTO A
SPOOL section. Replace the spool as
instructed.
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SOLUTION