Exmark M216KA, M216KASP manual Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action

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Problem

 

Possible Causes

 

Corrective Action

 

 

 

 

 

Lawn mower or engine vibrates

1.

The blade is bent or is out of

1.

Balance the blade. If the blade

excessively

 

balance.

 

is bent, replace it.

 

2.

The blade mounting bolt is

2.

Tighten the blade mounting

 

 

loose.

 

bolt.

 

3.

The underside of the lawn

3.

Clean the underside of the lawn

 

 

mower deck contains clippings

 

mower deck.

 

 

and debris.

 

 

 

4.

The engine mounting bolts are

4.

Tighten the engine mounting

 

 

loose.

 

bolts.

 

 

 

 

 

Uneven cutting pattern

1.

All four wheels are not at the

1.

Place all four wheels at the

 

 

same height.

 

same height.

 

2.

The blade is dull.

2.

Sharpen and balance the

 

 

 

 

blade.

 

3.

You are mowing in the same

3.

Change the mowing pattern.

 

 

pattern repeatedly.

 

 

 

4.

The underside of the lawn

4.

Clean the underside of the lawn

 

 

mower deck contains clippings

 

mower deck.

 

 

and debris.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Discharge chute plugs

1.

The throttle lever is not in the

1.

Move the throttle lever to the

 

 

Fast position.

 

Fast position.

 

2.

The cutting height is too low.

2.

Raise the cutting height.

 

3.

You are mowing too fast.

3.

Slow down.

 

4.

The grass is wet.

4.

Allow the grass to dry before

 

 

 

 

mowing.

 

5.

The underside of the lawn

5.

Clean the underside of the lawn

 

 

mower deck contains clippings

 

mower deck.

 

 

and debris.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lawn mower does not self-propel

1.

The self-propel drive cable is

1.

Adjust the self-propel drive

(Self-propel model only)

 

out of adjustment or is

 

cable. Replace the cable if

 

 

damaged.

 

necessary.

 

2.

There is debris under the belt

2.

Clean the debris from under

 

 

cover.

 

the belt cover.

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents M216KA / M216KASP Potential Hazard Exmark Parts PLUS Program Operators Manual Contents Safety SpecificationsGeneral Lawn Mower Safety IntroductionOperation PreparationGeneral Operation Exmark Lawn Mower SafetyMaintenance and Storage Safety and Instruction Decals Installing the Handle AssemblyInstalling the Discharge Tunnel Plug Installing the Starter RopeInstalling the Fuel Tank and the Fuel Line Oil Capacity Before StartingFilling the Crankcase with Oil Keep it out of the reach of children Filling the Fuel Tank with GasolineNever buy more than a 30-day supply GasolineControls OperationStarting the Engine Stopping the EngineOperating the Blade and the Self-Propel Drive Using the Discharge Tunnel PlugAdjusting the Cutting Height Installing the Grass Bag Using the Grass BagMowing with the Grass Bag Removing the Grass BagCutting Leaves Operating TipsCutting Grass Recommended Maintenance Schedule MaintenanceChecking the Engine Oil Level Cleaning the Underside of the Lawn Mower HousingWashing Method Scraping MethodChanging the Engine Oil Cleaning the Discharge Tunnel and PlugServicing the Air Filter Removing the Blade Maintaining the Cutting BladeInspecting the Blade Cleaning under the Belt Cover Emptying the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the Fuel FilterInstalling the Blade Sharpening the BladeLubricating the Pivot Arms Adjusting the Self-propel DriveChanging the Oil Filter Servicing the Spark PlugHand-push Model only Adjusting the Blade Brake CableLubricating the Gear Case Servicing the Wheels StoragePreparing the Fuel System Removing the WheelsPreparing the Engine AccessoriesGeneral Information Removing the Lawn Mower from StorageProblem Possible Causes Corrective Action TroubleshootingProblem Possible Causes Corrective Action Conditions and Products Covered Limited Warranty Exmark Turf EquipmentDate Description Work Done Service Done BySee Exmarks Complete Line of Products for Turf Care