Cleaning
Washing the Machine
Wash the machine as needed. Use water alone or with a mild
detergent. A rag may be used, however the hood will loose
some of its luster.
Important:
Pressurized water is not recommended
when washing the machine. It may damage the electrical
system, loosen important decals, or wash away necessary
grease at friction points. Avoid excessive use of water,
especially near the control panel, motor, and batteries.
Storage
1.
Position the machine on a level surface, set the parking
brake, stop the machine, and remove the key.
2.
Clean dirt and grime from the entire machine, including
the outside of the motor housing.
Important:
You can wash the machine with mild
detergent and water. Do not use high pressure
water to wash the machine. Pressure washing
may damage the electrical system or wash away
necessary grease at friction points. Avoid excessive
use of water, especially near the control panel,
lights, motor, and the battery.
3.
Inspect the brakes; refer to Inspecting the Brakes (page
33).
4.
Grease the machine; refer to Adding Grease (page 26).
5.
Check the tire pressure; refer to .
6.
Charge the batteries fully before placing the machine
into storage; refer to Charging the Batteries (page 27).
Plug the charger into a wall outlet while the machine
and batteries are in storage. Leave the charger plugged
into a wall outlet and charging receptacle during storage
to ensure that the batteries stay charged and do not
freeze; otherwise, charge the batteries at least once
every 3 months.
7.
Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair or
replace any part that is damaged.
8.
Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces.
Paint is available from your Authorized Service Dealer.
9.
Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage area.
10.
Remove the key and put it in a safe place out of the
reach of children.
11.
Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean.
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