Cleaning And Storage - Honda HF1211 Operator's Manual

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5.4 CLEANING AND STORAGE

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LEANING
After each mowing, clean the outside of the machine, empty the grass-catcher
and shake it to remove residual grass and earth.
Clean the plastic parts of the body with a damp sponge using water and deter-
gent, taking care not to wet the engine, the electrical parts or the electronic card
located under the dashboard.
IMPORTANT
body and engine!
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ASHING THE INSIDE OF THE CUTTING DECK
The machine has to be put on firm ground with the
stone-guard or grass-catcher in position. Washing
the inside of the cutting deck and the collector
channel is done by attaching a water hose to the
connector (1) and running water through for a few
minutes, with:
– the operator seated;
– the engine running;
– the drive in neutral;
– the parking brake on;
– the blade engaged.
When washing, the cutting deck should be in the fully lowered position.
Take off the grass-catcher, empty and rinse it, and then put it in a position to
assist quick drying.
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TORAGE AND INACTIVITY FOR LONG PERIODS
If the machine is likely to be unused for a long period (more than 1 month). Lubri-
cate all joints as directed in chapter 6.
WARNING!
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been accumulated around the engine or silencer to prevent them from
catching fire the next time the machine is used!
Never use hose-nozzles or harsh detergents for cleaning the
Carefully remove any dry grass cuttings which may have
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