Storage - Toro 78444 Operator's Manual

Wheel horse 44" side discharge mower for 5xi lawn and garden tractors
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Maintenance
6.
Sit on the seat and start the engine. Engage the
power take off (PTO) and let the mower run for
one to three minutes.
7.
Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the
ignition key to "STOP" to stop the engine.
Remove the ignition key. Wait for all moving
parts to stop.
8.
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.
9.
Run the mower again for one to three minutes to
remove excess water.
Figure 39
1. Washout fitting
2. Coupling (not supplied)
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1
3
2
3. Hose
POTENTIAL HAZARD
A broken or missing washout fitting could
expose you and others to thrown objects or
blade contact.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Contact with thrown debris or blade
contact will cause injury or death.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Replace 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.

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. Then wash the mower
with a garden hose. Run the tractor for two to
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three minutes.
3.
Check the condition of the blade(s); refer to
Cutting Blade, page 20.
4.
Check the condition of the blade drive belt.
5.
Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws.
Repair or replace any part that is damaged or
defective.
6.
Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint
is available from you Authorized Service Dealer.
7.
Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or
storage area. Remove both the ignition key and
the "Key Choice" key and keep them in a
memorable place. Cover the machine to protect
it and keep it clean.

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