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Cleaning
Cleaning under the Mower
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Remove the grass buildup under the mower daily.
1.
Disengage the PTO, move the motion-control
levers to the N
EUTRAL
parking brake.
2.
Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait
for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operating position.
3.
Raise the front of the machine and use jack
stands to support the mower.
Disposing of the Waste
Engine oil, batteries, hydraulic fluid, and engine
coolant are pollutants to the environment. Dispose of
these according to your state and local regulations.
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position and set the
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Storage
Storage Safety
•
Let the engine cool before storing the machine.
•
Do not store the machine or fuel near flames or
drain the fuel indoors.
Cleaning and Storage
Service Interval: Before storage
Before storage
1.
Disengage the power takeoff (PTO), engage the
parking brake, shut off the engine, and remove
the key.
2.
Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the
external parts of the entire machine, especially
the engine.
Important:
You can wash the machine
with a mild detergent and water. Do not
pressure-wash the machine. Avoid excessive
use of water, especially near the drive system
and engine. Pressure-washing can force dirt
and water into critical parts, such as spindle
bearings and electrical switches.
3.
Clean any dirt and chaff from the outside of the
engine cylinder-head fins and blower housing.
4.
Check the brake; refer to
Brake (page
45).
5.
Service the air cleaner; refer to
Cleaner (page
6.
Grease the machine; refer to
Machine (page
7.
Change the engine oil; refer to
Engine Oil (page
8.
Check the tire pressure; refer to
Tire Pressure (page
9.
For long-term storage, do the following:
A.
Add fuel stabilizer/conditioner to the fuel in
the tank as directed by the fuel stabilizer
manufacturer.
B.
Run the engine to distribute the conditioned
fuel through the fuel system for 5 minutes.
C.
Shut off the engine, allow it to cool, and
drain the fuel tank; refer to
Fuel Tank (page
until it shuts off.
D.
Start the engine and allow it to run until it
shuts off. Repeat with the choke engaged (if
applicable) until the engine does not start.
E.
Dispose of fuel properly; recycle it according
to local regulations.
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Testing the Parking
Servicing the Air
32).
Greasing the
30).
Changing the
34).
Checking the
41).
Draining the
37), or operate the engine
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