Rover 51 - Manual (Page 14)

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TROUBLESHOOTING
GENERAL
• Never attempt any corrective action that is not outlined in this or associated manuals. Refer to your nearest authorised Rover dealer.
• Always replace components with genuine Rover replacement parts.
WARNING
• Use the associated engine manufacturers manual for engine related trouble shooting and corrective action instructions.
CAUTION
• Refer to the relevant sections in this manual for corrective action instruction.
• Other manuals maybe included with your mower, which may relate to specific options of the mower. Use these manuals for specific trouble shooting related
to the options.
Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action
Uneven Grass Cutting • Blades are blunt/worn/bent
• Engine speed is too slow
• Cut height is too low
• Ground speed is too fast
• Replace blades
• Use full engine speed
• Raise cut height
• Slow down the ground speed
Engine won’t start • Fuel supply
• Air cleaner
• Spark Plug
• Operator presence control
• Fill the fuel tank*
• Prime the fuel system*
• Turn the fuel tap on (where fitted)*
• Drain and replace, stale or contaminated fuel*
• Move throttle or choke or fast position
• Re-adjust throttle control cable*
• Have the engine serviced by an authorised service agent
• Clean or replace air filter*
• Clean/adjust/replace spark plug*
• Refit the spark plug wire
• Have the engine serviced by an authorised service agent
• Activate operator presence control
• Reconnect/replace disconnected/broken cable
• Have the engine brake serviced by an authorised service agent
Clippings drop while
grass catching • Refer to “Uneven Grass Cutting” section
items
• Grass catcher is full
• Grass catcher mesh/vents are dirty/
blocked
• Grass catcher is damaged
• Refer to “Uneven Grass Cutting” section items
• Empty the grass catcher
• Clean the mesh/vents to allow maximum air flow
• Replace the grass catcher
*Denotes: Refer to the engine manufacturer’s manual for details and instructions.
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Throttle cable Inspect and lubricate • Oil inner cable if tight. Replace if kinked or
damaged.
Operator presence Check the blade brake stops the • Have the engine serviced by an authorised
control engine when the lever is released service agent if in doubt or not functioning.
Lubricate the lever pivots •
Wiring loom Inspect • Replace if damaged.
(where fitted)
Before After While Every Every
Components Action Mowing Mowing Mowing 5 hours 25 hours Special Considerations
Overall mower Clean the upper and underside •
Engine air cleaner Visually inspect and clean • Refer to the engine manufacturer’s manual for
elements instructions.
Engine oil Check level • Refer to the engine manufacturer’s manual for
instructions.
Engine oil Replace Refer to the engine manufacturer’s manual for
instructions.
Engine spark plug Inspect and clean Refer to the engine manufacturer’s manual for
instructions.
Engine general Inspect and clean • Refer to the engine manufacturer’s manual for
instructions.
Cutting blades Inspect • Replace if worn, bent, damaged or if the assembly
is out of balance.
Drive cable Inspect for damage or kinks • Replace if necessary.
(where fitted)
Adjustment • •
Drive assembly Inspect and clean •
under drive frame
cover (where fitted)
Drive chain Lubrication Every 50 hours.
(where fitted)
Adjustment Every 100 hours.
Drive belt Inspect and clean •
(where fitted) Adjustment • Replace belt if adjustment procedure does not
restore full drive
Drive Belt Cover Remove, clean and inspect Every 50 hours.
Drive Pawls Inspect, clean, lubricate • In boggy conditions inspect more regularly and
(where fitted) clean and lubricate as required.
Guards and safety Inspect and clean • Replace before next mowing.
labels
Battery Inspect and clean • Make sure the battery is firmly supported in the
(where fitted) support box.
Recharging As required but mainly after long periods of non use.
Key switch Inspect • Replace if damaged.
(where fitted)
MAINTENANCE (Continued)
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