Cleaning; Washing The Underside Of The Mower - Toro 74730 Operator's Manual

Important: The grass deflector must be spring
loaded in the down position. Lift the deflector up
to test that it snaps to the full down position.

Cleaning

Washing the Underside of the
Mower
Service Interval: After each use—Clean the mower deck
housing.
Wash the underside of the mower after each use to prevent
grass buildup for improved mulch action and clipping
dispersal.
Important: You can wash the machine with mild
detergent and water. Do not pressure wash the machine.
Avoid excessive use of water, especially near the control
panel, under the seat, around the engine, hydraulic
pumps, and motors.
1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the
blade control switch.
2. Move the motion control levers outward to the park
position, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for
all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3. Attach the hose coupling to the end of the mower
washout fitting, and turn the water on high
Note: Spread petroleum jelly on the washout fitting
O-ring to make the coupling slide on easier and protect
the O-ring.
1. Washout fitting
2. Hose
4. Lower the mower to the lowest height-of-cut.
5. Sit on the seat and start the engine. Engage the blade
control switch and let the mower run for 1 to 3 minutes.
6. Disengage the blade control switch, stop the engine,
and remove the ignition key. Wait for all moving parts
to stop.
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Figure 59
3. O-ring
4. Coupling
59).