After Mowing/Storage; Troubleshooting; Fault Finding - Bosch ROTAK 34 Original Instructions Manual

After Mowing/Storage

Clean the exterior of the machine thoroughly using a
soft brush and cloth. Do not use water, solvents or
polishes. Remove all grass and debris, especially
from the ventilation slots 9.
Using a soft brush clean the grass comb 11 remov-
ing any grass and debris.
Turn the machine on its side and clean the blade
area. If grass cuttings are compacted in the blade
area, remove with a wooden or plastic implement.
Always wear gardening gloves when han-
dling or working near the sharp blade.
Store the machine in a dry place. Do not place other
objects on top of the machine.
To aid storage loosen the wing nuts 14 and fold the
handles.
Ensure cables are not trapped when folding/
unfolding top handles, do not drop the han-
dles.

Fault Finding

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 your service agent.
Warning: Switch off and 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 rotat-
ing while machine
switched on
Excessive vibration/
noise
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Possible Cause
Power turned off
Mains socket faulty
Extension cable damaged
Fuse faulty/blown
Mower in long grass
Motor protector has activated
Extension cable damaged
Machines internal wiring damaged
Motor protector 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
English - 5
Accessories
Blade
ROTAK 34......................................... F016 800 271
ROTAK 37......................................... F016 800 272
ROTAK 40......................................... F016 800 273
ROTAK 43......................................... F016 800 274
Remedy
Turn power on
Use another socket
Inspect cable, replace if damaged
Replace fuse
Increase height of cut and tilt mower
Allow to cool and increase height of
cut
Inspect cable, replace if damaged
Contact Service Agent
Allow to cool and increase height of
cut
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 Main-
tenance")
Clear obstruction
Tighten blade nut/bolt
Tighten blade nut/bolt
Replace blade