Garland SIOUX 855 ZESG Instruction Manual page 52

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Try to stop the engine and check that the cutting
tool is stopped before cleaning or transporting the
machine.
It is necessary to stop the engine cleaning or
transporting the machine.
Before performing any maintenance or repair
on the machine make sure that the engine has
stopped and remove the spark plug pipe.
Only perform machine maintenance with the machine
on a flat, cleared surface.
Do not attempt to repair the lawnmower when it is on
or in motion.
WARNING! Do not modify the machine or cutting
elements (blade). Improper use of these elements can
cause SERIOUS PERSONAL DAMAGE OR DEATH.
Use only suitable replacement for this machine in
order to obtain a proper performance of the machine.
This replacement can be found in the official
distributors of the machine. The use of other spare
parts can cause risks, damage to the user, people
around and the machine.
Do not adjust the carburetor. If necessary, take your
machine in for service. Carburetor adjustment is
complicated, and only the technical maintenance
service must do them. Incorrectly setting the
carburetor may cause damage to the engine and will
be cause for cancellation of the warranty.
Removing the security devices, improper
maintenance, or replacements with non-original spare
parts can cause injury.
8.1. MAINTENANCE AND CARE AFTER USE
Perform the following maintenance operations
and care when you have finished working with
the machine to ensure the smooth running of this
machine in the future.
8.1.1. GENERAL CHECKPOINTS AND CLEANING
Keep the machine clean, especially the area of the
fuel tank and areas close to the air filter.
Cleaning of the area of the blade:
- Stop the engine and allow the engine to cool.
- Tilt on the side opposite to the mower air filter, so
that the air filter is on top.
- Remove any grass clippings using a scraper and
brush.
- Once you have removed the grass clippings you
can use a stream of water for a more thorough
cleaning. Direct the water jet towards the blade,
the inside of the casing and nozzle exit from the
crankcase into the collecting bag. Never direct
the high-pressure cleaner jet to the transmission
or engine parts. If water gets in the ignition system
or carburetor, damage and failures occur.
- Replace the mower in normal position (all four
wheels on the ground), start the mower and let it
run for a couple of minutes.
Starting the lawnmower after cleaning is important
because:
- Having lopsided the engine, the engine oil must
return to the crankcase. Starting the engine will
encourage this return.
- If you have used water for cleaning the engine
there will be unintentional wetness.
Start the engine and let it run a couple of minutes
so the heat from the engine evaporates any water
remaining in the area of the engine.
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