Inspecting and Cleaning
after Mowing
After mowing, thoroughly wash the machine with a
garden hose without a nozzle so that excessive water
pressure does not contaminate and damage the seals,
bearings, and electronics. Do not wash a warm
engine or the electrical connections with water.
Important:
Do not use brackish or reclaimed
water to clean the machine.
Important:
Do not use power-washing equipment
to wash the machine. Power-washing equipment
may damage the electrical system, loosen
important decals, or wash away necessary grease
at friction points. It may force water under seals,
contaminating oil or grease contained housings.
Avoid excessive use of water near the control
panel, engine, and battery.
Important:
Do not wash the machine with the
engine running. Washing the machine with the
engine running may result in internal engine
damage.
Important:
Do not force water into the muffler.
Water inside the muffler may result in internal
engine damage or reduced engine performance.
Inspect the cutting units for sharpness after you clean
the machine.
Hauling the Machine
•
Use care when loading or unloading the machine
into a trailer or a truck.
•
Use a full-width ramp for loading the machine into
a trailer or a truck.
•
Tie the machine down securely using straps,
chains, cable, or ropes. Both front and rear straps
should be directed down and outward from the
machine
(Figure
1. Rear tie-down loop
•
After the machine is secured for transport, close
the fuel-shutoff valve.
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Figure 34
2. Tie-down loop (each side)
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