Atco QX - Manual (Page 18)

GB • Printed in England • BA F 016 L69 839 • QX elctric • OSW 02.02
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The following table gives checks and actions that you can perform if your machine does not oper-
ate correctly. If these do not identify/remedy the problem, contact your service agent.
Warning: Switch off and remove plug from mains before investigating fault.
Fault Finding
Symptom Possible Cause Remedy
Machine fails to oper-
ate Power turned off
Mains socket faulty
Extension cable damaged
Fuse faulty/blown
Turn power on
Use another socket
Inspect cable, replace if dam-
aged
Replace fuse
Machine functions
intermittently Extension cable damaged
Machines internal wiring damaged
Inspect cable, replace if dam-
aged
Contact Service Agent
Machine labours or
belt squeals Height of cut too low
Blades off cut
Increase height of cut (see “Height
of Cut Adjustment”)
Adjust blades
Machine leaves rag-
ged finish Cutting blade(s) blunt
Blades off cut Contact Service Agent
Adjust blades
Cutting blades not
rotating Cutting blades obstructed
Belt is slipping or is damaged Clear obstruction
Contact Service Agent
Land drive does not
engage (self pro-
pelled models only) Incorrect adjustment
Cable damage Adjust cable
Contact an ATCO-QUALCAST
Approved Service Agent
Excessive vibration/
noise
Cutting blades damaged
Cutting blades not adjusted evenly Contact Service Agent
Adjust blades
Poor collection Mowing in wet conditions Allow grass to dry
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