Cleaning And Storage - Honda HF1211 Operator's Manual

END OF MOWING
When you have finished mo -
wing, disengage the blade
and ride the machine with the
cutting deck in the highest
position.
Stop the machine, engage
the parking brake and turn off
the engine by turning the ig-
nition key to «OFF».
When the engine is stopped,
close the fuel cock (1).
WARNING!
Always take out the ignition key if leaving the
machine unattended!
IMPORTANT
To keep the battery charged, do not leave the key
in the «ON» position when the engine is not running.

5.4 CLEANING AND STORAGE

CLEANING
After each mowing, clean the outside of the machine, empty the
grass-catcher and shake it to remove residual grass and earth.
Clean the plastic parts of the body with a damp sponge using wa-
ter and detergent, taking care not to wet the engine, the electrical
parts or the electronic card located under the dashboard.
IMPORTANT
Never use hose-nozzles or harsh detergents for
cleaning the body and engine!
WASHING THE INSIDE OF THE CUTTING DECK
The machine has to be put on firm ground with the stone-guard or
grass-catcher in position. Washing the inside of the cutting deck and
the collector channel is done by attaching a water hose to the con-
nector (1) and running water through for a few minutes, with:
– the operator seated;
– the engine running;
– the drive in neutral;
– the parking brake on;
– the blade engaged.
When washing, the cutting deck should be in the fully lowered po-
sition. Take off the grass-catcher, empty and rinse it, and then put it
in a position to assist quick drying.
STORAGE AND INACTIVITY FOR LONG PERIODS
If the machine is likely to be unused for a long period (more than 1
month). Lubricate all joints as directed in chapter 6.
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WARNING!
Carefully remove any dry grass cuttings
which may have been accumulated around the engine or si-
lencer to prevent them from catching fire the next time the
machine is used!
Before storing the unit for an extended period:
1. Be sure the storage area is free
of excessive humidity and dust.
2. Drain the fuel tank and carbure -
tor into a suitable gasoline con-
tainer.
– Remove the fuel tube (1) and
drain the fuel tank.
– Loosen the carburetor drain
screw (2) to drain the carbu-
retor.
– Retighten the drain screw (2),
connect the fuel tube (1) and
turn the fuel valve OFF.
3. Change the engine oil.
4. Remove the spark plug and pour about a tablespoon of clean en-
gine oil into the cylinder.
DANGER!
Engine fuel is highly flammable. Store fuel in
containers specifically designed for this purpose. Replace
caps of all fuel tanks and containers securely.
IMPORTANT
The battery must be kept in a cool and dry place.
Before a long storage period (more than 1 month), always charge
the battery. Recharge the battery before the next usage (chapter
6).
The next time the machine is used, check that there are no fuel leaks
from the tubes, fuel cock or carburettor.