Matrix GLM 40 SF-1 Traduction De La Notice Originale page 56

9. Faults and remedies for faults
Caution: Always switch off the engine and pull the ignition cable before starting any inspection or
adjustment work.
Caution: If, after making an adjustment or repair to the engine, you let it run for a few minutes,
remember that the exhaust and other parts will get hot. Thus, do not touch parts that emanate heat, as
these may burn you.
Fault
Loud while running, machine
vibrates heavily
Engine does not start
Engine runs unsteadily
Uneven mowing results
Unsatisfactory bagging of the
grass
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Possible cause
- Screws are loose
- Blade fasteners are loose
- Blade is unbalanced
- Brake lever not pressed
- Speed lever in wrong position
- Spark plug is defective
- Fuel tank is empty
- Petrol stop cock is closed
- Air filter is soiled
- Spark plug is soiled
- Blade is blunt
- Cutting height is too low
- Engine speed is too low
- Engine speed is too low
- Cutting height is too low
- Blade is worn
- Basket is clogged
Remedy
- Check screws
- Check blade fasteners
- Replace blade
- Press brake lever
- Check setting
- Replace spark plug
- Refill with fuel
- Open petrol stop cock
- Clean the air filter
- Clean the spark plug
- Sharpen the blade
- Set correct height
- Set lever to max.
- Set speed lever to max.
- Set correct height
- Replace the blade
- Empty the basket