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Storage
Cleaning and Storage
1. Disengage
the blade
control
switch,
move the
motion
controls
outward
to the park position,
stop
the engine,
and remove
the ke>
2.
Remove
grass clippings,
dirt, and grime
from the
external
parts
of the entire machine,
especially
the
engine.
Clean dirt and chaff from the outside
of the
engine cylinder
head fins and blower
housing.
.
.
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,
engine,
hydraulic
pumps,
and motors.
Service the air cleaner;
refer to Servicing
the l_dr
Cleaner in the Engine Maintenance
section.
Grease
and oil the machine;
refer to the Lubrication
section.
5.
Change
the crankcase
oil and filter; refer to Servicing
the Engine Oil in the Engine Maintenance
section.
6.
Check the tire pressure;
refer to Checldng
the Tire
Pressure
in the Drive System
Maintenance
section.
7.
Charge
the battery;
refer to Servicing
the Battery
in the Electrical System
Maintenance
section.
8.
Check the condition
of the blades;
refer to Servicing
the Cutting
Blades in the Mower
Maintenance
section.
.
Prepare
the machine
for storage
when
non-use
occurs over 30 days. Prepare
the machine
for storage
as follows.
10. Add a petroleum
based stabilizer/conditioner
to the
fuel in the tank. Follow the mixing instructions
from
the stabilizer
manufacturer.
Do not use an alcohol
based
stabilizer
(ethanol
or methanol).
Note:
A fuel stabilizer/conditioner
is most effective
when mixed with fresh gasoline
and used at all times.
Run the engine to distribute the conditioned
fuel
through the fuel system (5 minutes).
Stop the engine,
allow it to cool, and drain the fuel
tank; refer to Draining
the Fuel Tank in the Fuel
System Maintenance
section.
Restart
the engine and run it until it stops.
Inspect
the grass deflector
for damage
before
each
use. Replace
any damaged
parts before
use.
Dispose
of fuel properly.
Recycle pursuant
to local
codes.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
Important:
Do not store
stabilizer
1conditioned
gasoline
over 30 days.
Remove
the spark plug(s)
and check
ltS
condition;
refer to Servicing
the Spark Plug in the Engine
Maintenance
section.
With
the spark plug(s)
removed
from the engine,
pour two tablespoons
of
engine
oil into the spark plug hole. Use the starter
to crank the engine
and distribute
the oil inside the
cylinder.
Install
the spark plug(s).
Do not install the
wire on the spark plug(s).
(;lean any dirt and chaff from the top of the mower.
Scrape
any heavy buildup
of grass and dirt from the
underside
of the mower,
then wash the mower
with
a garden
hose.
Check the condition
of the drive and mower
belts.
Check and tighten
all bolts, nuts, and screws.
Repair
or replace
any part that is worn or damaged.
Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is
available from your Authorized Service Dealer.
Store the machine
in a clean, dry garage
or storage
area. Remove
the key from the ignition
switch
and
keep it in a memorable
place.
Cover the machine
to
protect
it and keep it clean.
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