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6. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Before working on the cutting system of the machine, switch off the engine and
remove the spark plug’s cap.
a. Cleaning the mower
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Cut grass is damp. Regular cleaning after each use will ensure better functioning of
the mower and reduce the risk of corrosion or seizure.
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Having finished mowing, allow the engine to cool then remove accumulated grass
clippings from and around the engine with a brush.
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Clean the grass collection bag annually with a brush or gentle spray of water.
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Disconnect the spark plug’s cap and tilt the mower on its side with the air filter and
carburettor uppermost.
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Remove any remaining cut grass from the cutting system with a scraper and a brush.
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Reposition the mower onto its four wheels.
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Do not use a pressure washer or hot water to clean the mower. Be careful to avoid
soaking parts such as the engine, air cleaner, wheel bearings and metal fastenings.
Dry off the machine before storing by leaving it running for a few minutes on a flat,
clear surface to prevent corrosion or seizure.
b. Blade maintenance
WARNING: Wear gloves, turn off the engine and remove the spark plug before
proceeding.
The blade is made of hardened steel. To get a clean job, sharpen the blade frequently,
about every 25 hours of use. Make sure the blade is always well balanced.
Insert a small iron pin (2 or 3 mm in diameter) into the hole in the middle of the blade: it
must remain horizontal. If the blade does not stay horizontal, balance it by sharpening it
further on the side where it is leaning.
WARNING: Use only original spare parts. Poor quality replacement parts can cause
serious damage to your mower and affect your safety.
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To remove the blade, loosen the screw, check the blade bracket, and replace all parts if
they are worn or damaged.
When reassembling the blade, make sure that the cutting edges are in the same direction
as the direction of rotation of the motor. The tightening torque of the blade screw should
be 3.7 kg * m / s 2 (37 Nm) and can be checked with a torque wrench.
c. Storing the mower
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