If the motor in your Flymo lawnmower is burnt out, you will need to replace it to get your appliance back in working order again. In this article, we're going to run you through how to fit a new motor in a Flymo lawnmower to get your appliance back up to scratch.
How do I know if my lawnmower motor is faulty?
You will be able to tell if the motor has burnt out as it will emit an electrical burning smell, which will usually happen if your mower has been put under excessive strain. This could be due to cutting long grass, debris building up and preventing the blades from turning efficiently or anything else that may have resulted in your mower working extra hard.
Fortunately, with the proper guidance, you can replace your motor at home by yourself. This process may differ slightly depending on your specific lawnmower model, but it should generally be the same.
What you will need:
To carry out the following replacement, you will need to have the following...
Finding your model number
To make sure you purchase the correct motor for your particular lawnmower, you will need to know your mower's model number. This number can usually be found on a sticker or data plate on either the underside or the back of the appliance. The number is usually a combination of both letters and numbers, and it might also contain other characters such as a dash (-) or a slash (/). For more advice on finding your lawnmower's model number or what to do if your model number has rubbed off, head over to our guide.
How to fit a new motor in a Flymo lawnmower
Now let's get started! To learn how to fit a new motor in a Flymo lawnmower, either watch our video below or follow our step-by-step guide beneath.
Safety first!
Remember, safety is always a priority. Make sure your lawnmower is both switched off and disconnected from the mains before carrying out any work.
Step 1: Remove the blade and impeller
To access the motor, you will first need to remove the blade and impeller. Using your Flymo spanner, unscrew the large plastic screw that holds the blade in place on the underside of the mower.
This will allow you to remove the blade and then also the circular impeller beneath the blade.
Step 2: Unscrew the undercarriage
Next, you'll need to unscrew the undercarriage. Using a Torx head screwdriver, remove the four screws surrounding the centre of the undercarriage...
And also remove the screw that can be found at the far end of the mower's underside, as pictured below.
Step 3: Remove the front cover
Flip the lawnmower back to the right way up and remove the grass collection box from inside.
Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the two screws that can be found on the back side of the mower's front cover...
And also remove the screw at the front of the mower, just beyond and below the front of the cover.
You can then lift off the motor cover and put it to one side.
Step 4: Remove the motor and drive assembly
Now that the undercarriage has been unscrewed and the front cover has been removed, remove the motor and drive assembly. You can do this by simply lifting the assembly out by hand.
You will then need to remove the motor from the top of the black drive assembly. Using your Torx head screwdriver, remove the four screws that keep the motor attached to the drive assembly from the underside.
With the screws removed, you can then also remove the belt from the drive assembly by hand.
With the belt removed, you will be able to slide the motor out of the drive assembly.
Step 5: Attaching the wiring to the new motor
To start replacing the motor, you'll first need to disconnect the wiring from the old motor and reattach it to the new one. It's important to make sure all the wires fit into exactly the same places as on the old motor, so we recommend taking a photo beforehand for guidance.
To disconnect and reconnect the wires, you can simply pull them free from their clips on the old motor and slot them into their correct places on the new one. Check your photo to make sure the wires are in the same place.
Step 6: Fit the new motor onto the drive assembly
To fit the new motor onto the drive assembly, slot it into place on the assembly.
Then reattach the belt onto the motor and drive assembly pulleys.
You will need to make sure there is tension in the belt once it has been refitted. To do this, pull against the drive assembly and keep the belt tight as you secure the motor with the four screws you removed earlier.
Step 7: Reattach the motor and drive assembly
With the motor and drive assembly reconnected, flip them around and slot them into place inside the mower.
Make sure you also push the cable that connects the motor to the lawnmower into place.
Then return the lawnmower's cover and screw it back into place with the three screws you removed earlier.
Turn the lawnmower around to return the four screws to the undercarriage that you also removed earlier.
Finally, return the impeller and blade before screwing them back into place with the large plastic screw. Make sure you tighten the screw again using your Flymo spanner.
There you go! How to fit a new motor in a Flymo lawnmower in a few simple steps. Your appliance should now be up and running again!
As mentioned at the beginning of the article, one possible cause of a burnt-out motor is a build-up of debris that hinders the blades. This is just one of many faults that can arise from a dirty lawnmower, so make sure you're cleaning yours properly to ensure the best performance. You can also make sure you're using your appliance as safely as possible with our guide on important safety checks for your lawnmower.
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