5.4Removing the Lawn Mower from Storage

a)Check and tight all fasteners.

b)Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly by pulling the starter rope to blow excess oil fro the cylinder.

c)Clean the spark plug or replace it if it is cracked, broken, or if the electrodes are worn.

d)Install the spark plug and torque it to 17 ft-lb (23 N-m).

e)Perform any needed maintenance procedures.

f)Fill the fuel in the fuel tank with fresh gasoline.

g)Check the engine oil level.

h)Connect the wire to the spark plug.

6.ACCESSORIES

MK26 – Mulch Kit

7. TROUBLESHOOTING

Exmark designed and built your lawn mower for trouble free operation. Check the following components and items carefully, and refer to Section 4 Maintenance for more information. If a problem continues, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

Problem

Engine does not start

Problem

Engine starts hard or loses power

Possible Causes

1.The fuel tank is empty or the fuel system contains stale fuel.

2.The throttle lever is not in the Choke position.

3.The wire is not connected to the spark plug.

4.The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the gap is incorrect.

Possible Causes

1.The fuel tank contains stale fuel.

2.The fuel cap vent hole is plugged.

3.The air filter element is dirty and is restricting the air flow.

4.The underside of the lawn mower deck contains clippings and debris.

5.The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the gap is incorrect.

6.The engine oil level is low or the oil is dirty.

Corrective Action

1.Drain and/or fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. If the problem persists, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

2.Move the throttle lever to the Choke position.

3.Connect the wire to the spark plug.

4.Check the spark plug and adjust the gap if necessary. Replace the spark plug if it is pitted, fouled, or cracked.

Corrective Action

1.Drain and fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline.

2.Clean the fuel cap vent hole or replace the fuel cap.

3.Clean the air filter pre-cleaner and/or replace the paper air filter.

4.Clean the underside of the lawn mower deck.

5.Check the spark plug and adjust the gap if necessary. Replace the spark plug if it is pitted, fouled, or cracked.

6.Check the engine oil. Change the oil if it is dirty or add oil if it is low.

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Exmark Metro 26 manual Accessories

Metro 26 specifications

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