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Cleaning
Cleaning under the Mower
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Remove the grass buildup under the mower daily.
1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion-control levers to
the neutral-locked position and set the parking brake.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving
parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
3. Raise the front of the machine and use jack stands to
support the mower.
Disposing of the Waste
Engine oil, batteries, hydraulic oil, and engine coolant are
pollutants to the environment. Dispose of these according to
your state and local regulations.
Storage
Cleaning and Storage
1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking
brake, turn the ignition key to off, and remove the key.
2. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the
external parts of the entire machine, especially the
engine.
Important: You can wash the machine with a mild
detergent and water. Do not pressure wash the
machine. Avoid excessive use of water, especially
near the drive system and engine. Pressure
washing can force dirt and water into critical parts,
such as spindle bearings and electrical switches.
3. Clean dirt and chaff from the outside of the engine
cylinder head fins and blower housing.
4. Check the brake; refer to Servicing the Brake in
Maintenance (page
5. Service the air cleaner; refer to Servicing the Air
Cleaner in
Engine Maintenance (page
6. Grease the machine; refer to Greasing and Lubrication
in
Lubrication (page
7. Change the engine oil; refer to Servicing the Engine in
Engine Maintenance (page
8. Check the tire pressure; refer to Checking the Tire
Pressure in
Drive System Maintenance (page
9. For long-term storage:
A. Add stabilizer/conditioner additive to fuel in the
tank.
B. Run engine to distribute conditioned fuel through
the fuel system (5 minutes).
C. Stop engine, allow to cool and drain the fuel tank;
refer to Servicing the Fuel Tank in
Maintenance (page
it stops.
D. Restart engine and run until it stops. Repeat, on
Choke until engine will not restart.
E. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as per local
codes.
Note: Do not store stabilizer/conditioned
gasoline over 90 days.
10. Remove the spark plug(s) and check its condition; refer
to Servicing the Spark Plug in
(page
32). With the spark plug(s) removed from the
engine, pour two tablespoons of engine oil into the
spark plug hole. Now 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).
11. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair or
replace any part that is damaged or defective.
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Fuel System
36), or operate engine until
Engine Maintenance
Brake
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