Thank you Mick! Well all that stuff is way over my head so I think a long wait at the mower service shop is my only option 

Couple of problems.. I've managed to snag the top end of the mower deck control cable and it's snapped. Also the propulsion drive takes a bit forward movement before it kicks in, which I assume is a worn out belt.

This has happened at the worst time of year to get it professionally serviced so I'm trying to work out if I can replace these myself. Can't find a service manual online anywhere.

Anyone have any suggestions? I know these are essentially rebadged Kaaz / Denarm / Lawnflite / Honda mowers but I'm not sure of the equivalent model numbers.

I'm done oil change / air filter / blade service stuff but not sure if these are within the expertise level of a non-pro!

Any help much appreciated