Off-Season Storage - Yard-Man 560 Series Operator's Manual

• Remove the two shoulder screws which secure the
front drive cover to the mower deck. See Figure 18.
• Remove the front drive cover from the unit by lightly
pressing inward on the sides of the front drive
cover. This will release the tabs that secure the
front drive cover to the height adjuster brackets.
• Remove the idler and hardware from the idler
bracket using 7/16" wrench and socket. See Figure
18.
• Remove the belt from the transmission pulley as
shown in Figure 18.
• Lift and stabilize the front of the deck.
• Loosen the center hex bolt and lower the blade and
engine pulley until there is adequate clearance to
move the belt past the belt keeper.
• Remove the belt from the engine pulley and around
the blade. See Figure 19.
SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE
WARNING: Be sure to disconnect the spark
plug wire and DE-ENERGIZE starter before
performing any repairs or maintenance. DO
NOT attempt any maintenance or service to
the engine and/or mower equipped with the
safety key in the unlocked and/or energized
mode.
WARNING: NEVER assume starter is de-
energized, even if the key is in the locked
position and/or removed from the engine.
ALWAYS de-energize self starter prior to
performing any maintenance or service to the
engine and/or mower. Follow instructions on
the engine and/or machine to de-energize
starter.
WARNING: Never store the machine or fuel
container indoors where there is an open
flame, spark or pilot light such as on water
heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas
appliance.
The following steps should be taken to prepare lawn
mower for storage.
• Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described
in the lubrication instructions.
NOTE: We do not recommend the use of pressure
washers or garden hose to clean your unit. They may
cause damage to electric components, spindles,
pulleys, bearings or the engine. The use of water will
result in shortened life and reduce serviceability.
• Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage
instructions.
• Reassemble in reverse order with new belt (part #
754-0465).
NOTE: Begin idler reassembly by inserting bolt up
through the idler bracket hole. Adjust the drive clutch
following instructions on page.
Engine
Pulley
Hex Bolt
• Coat mower's cutting blade with chassis grease to
prevent rusting.
• Store mower in a dry, clean area. Do not store next
to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in
an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be
taken to rust-proof the equipment. Using a light oil or
silicone, coat the equipment, especially cables and all
moving parts.
16
Remove Belt
From Around
Pulley and Blade
Figure 19