Storage - Toro 78449 Operator's Manual

Figure 36
1. Washout fitting
2. Coupling
6. Sit on the seat and start the engine.
7. Engage the PTO and let the mower run for one to three
minutes.
8. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, and remove the
ignition key. Wait for all moving parts to stop.

Storage

1. Clean dirt and chaff from the top of the mower.
2. Scrape heavy buildup of grass and dirt from the
underside of the mower.
3. Use the wash out port to wash the underside of the
mower; refer to Washing the Mower, page 17.
4. Wash the top side of the mower with a garden hose.
5. Check the condition of the blades.
6. Check the condition of the blade drive belt.
7. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair or
replace any part that is damaged.
8. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is
available from you Authorized Service Dealer.
9. Store the mower in a clean, dry garage or storage area.
Cover the mower to protect it and keep it clean.
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3. Hose
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9. Turn the water off and remove the hose coupling from
the washout fitting.
Note: If the mower is not clean after one washing, soak it
and let it stand for 30 minutes. Then repeat the process.
10. Run the mower again for one to three minutes to
remove excess water.
Warning
A broken or missing washout fitting could expose
you and others to thrown objects or blade contact.
Contact with the blade or thrown debris will cause
injury or death.
Replace a broken or missing washout fitting
immediately, before using the mower again.
Plug any hole(s) in the mower with bolts and
locknuts.
Never put your hands or feet under the mower
or through openings in the mower.