Walk Behind Mower Troubleshooting

Where can I find basic troubleshooting information for walk-behind lawn mowers?

General Repairs

NOTE: Before attempting any of the following repairs, shut off the engine and disconnect the spark plug.

* Not all models have a cable adjustment. Replace cable if there is no cable adjustment.
** Not all models have a belt adjustment. Replace belt if there is no belt adjustment.

Complaint	Possible Cause	Correction
Excessive Vibration	Blade is loose	Tighten Blade (see Operator's Manual)
	Blade is unbalanced	Balance Blade (see Operator's Manual)
	Bent blade	Replace Blade (see Operator's Manual)
	Engine mounting bolt loose or missing	Tighten or replace bolt (see Operator's Manual)
	Bent or broken crankshaft	Take mower to a Brute Service Center
Uneven Cut	Height adjusters are not set correctly	Place all four wheels in same height postion
	Dull blade	Sharpen and blanace blade (see Operator's manual)
	Bent blade	Replace Blade (see Operator's Manual)
Unit does not shut off when stop lever is released	Damaged stop cable	Replace cable (see Operator's Manual)
Unit does not shut off when stop lever is released	Damaged stop cable	Replace stop lever (see Brute Service Center)