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Cleaning
Cleaning under the Mower
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
1.
Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move
the motion-control levers to the N
position, and engage the parking brake.
2.
Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait
for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operating position.
3.
Raise the mower to the transport position.
Cleaning the Suspension
System
Note:
Do not clean the shock assemblies with
pressurized water.
Figure 105
Disposing of 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 Storing the
Machine
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Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO),
engage the parking brake, turn the ignition key
to the O
position, and remove the key.
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Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime
from the external parts of the entire machine
(especially the engine and hydraulic system).
Clean dirt and chaff from the outside of the
engine-cylinder-head fins and the 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.
Check the brake; refer to
Brake (page
52).
Service the air cleaner; refer to
Cleaner (page
38).
Grease the machine; refer to
36).
Change the crankcase oil; refer to
Engine Oil (page
40).
Check the tire pressure; refer to
Tire Pressure (page
48).
Change the hydraulic filters; refer to
the Hydraulic Fluid and Filters (page
Charge the battery; refer to
(page
46).
Scrape any heavy buildup of grass and dirt
from the underside of the mower, then wash the
mower with a garden hose.
Note:
Run the machine with the blade-control
switch (PTO) engaged and the engine at high
idle for 2 to 5 minutes after washing.
Check the condition of the blades; refer to
Inspecting the Blades (page
Prepare the machine for storage when non-use
occurs over 30 days. Prepare the machine for
storage as follows:
A.
Add a petroleum based
stabilizer/conditioner to fuel in the
tank. Follow mixing instructions from
the stabilizer manufacturer. Do not use
an alcohol based stabilizer (ethanol or
methanol).
Adjusting the Parking
Servicing the Air
Lubrication (page
Changing the
Checking the
Replacing
59).
Charging the Battery
62).
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