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Maintenance
Cleaning and Storage
1.
Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the
parking brake and turn the ignition key to "OFF"
to stop the engine. Remove spark plug wire.
Remove the key.
2.
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's cylinder
head fins and 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.
3.
Service the air cleaner; refer to Air Cleaner,
page 36.
4.
Grease and oil the machine; refer to Greasing
and Lubrication, page 44.
5.
Change the crankcase oil; refer to Engine Oil,
page NO TAG.
6.
Change the hydraulic fluid; refer to Hydraulic
System, page 47.
7.
Check the tire pressure; refer to Tire Pressure,
page 45.
8.
Charge the battery; refer to Battery page 54.
9.
Scrape any heavy buildup of grass and dirt from
the underside of the mower, then wash the
mower with a garden hose.
10. Check the condition of the blades. Refer to
Cutting Blades on page 33.
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11. For long-term storage (more than 90 days) add
stabilizer/conditioner additive to fuel in the tank
(1 oz. per gallon).
A. Run engine to distribute conditioned fuel
through the fuel system (5 minutes).
B. Stop engine, allow to cool and drain the
fuel tank; refer to Fuel Tank, page 46.
C. Restart engine and run until it stops.
Repeat, on "CHOKE" until engine will not
restart.
D. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as per
local codes.
Note:
Do not store stabilizer/conditioned
gasoline over 90 days.
12. Remove the spark plug(s) and check its
condition; refer to Spark Plug, page 43. With the
spark plug(s) removed from the engine, pour two
tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug
hole. Now use the starter to crank the engine and
distribute the oil inside the cylinder. Install the
spark plug(s). Do not install the wire on the
spark plug(s).
13. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws.
Repair or replace any part that is damaged or
defective.
14. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint
is available from your Authorized Service
Dealer.
15. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or
storage area. Remove the key from the ignition
switch and keep it in a memorable place out of
reach of children or other unauthorized users.
Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean.
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