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Mower Deck Washout Port
The washout port allows you to connect a typical garden hose
to the trim side (L.H.) of the mower deck to remove grass and
debris from the underside of the deck. This ensures proper and
safe operation of the mower.
1. Park the rider on a smooth, level surface such as a
concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, lock the ground speed
levers into their START/PARK positions, engage the parking
brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key.
2. Attach the quick disconnect (A, Figure 12) to a garden
hose (B), and connect to the washout port (C) on the
mower deck.
3. Turn on the water.
4. Start the engine, set the mower deck in the highest cutting
position, and engage the PTO to remove grass and debris
from the underside of the mower deck..
5. Disengage the PTO, turn off the engine, and remove the
ignition key.
6. Remove the garden hose and quick disconnect from the
mower deck when cleaning is completed.
WARNING
Before running the mower, make sure the hose is properly
connected and does not come into cotact with the blades.
When the mower is running and the blades are engaged, the
person cleaning the mower must be in the operator position,
and there must be no bystanders. Failure to follow these
precautions may result in serious injury or death.
Figure 12. Mower Deck Washout Port
B
A
C
Storage
Before you store your unit for the off-season, read the
Maintenance and Storage instructions in the Safety Rules
section, then perform the following steps:
• Disengage the PTO, move the ground speed levers into the
START/PARK positions, set the parking brake, & remove
the key.
• Perform engine maintenance and storage measures listed
in the engine owner’s manual. This includes draining the
fuel system, or adding stabilizer to the fuel (do not store a
fueled unit in an enclosed structure - see warning).
• Battery life will be increased if it is removed, put in a cool,
dry place and fully charged about once a month. If the
battery is left in the unit, disconnect the negative cable.
Before starting the unit after it has been stored:
• Check all fluid levels. Check all maintenance items.
• Perform all recommended checks and procedures found in
the engine owner’s manual.
• Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes before
use.
Maintenance
WARNING
Never store the unit (with fuel) in an enclosed, poorly
ventilated structure. Fuel vapors can travel to an ignition
source (such as a furnace, water heater, etc.) and cause an
explosion.
Fuel vapor is also toxic to humans and animals.
Not
for
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