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Replacing Fuse
(electric start model)
The electrical system charging circuit is protected by
a fuse. If the battery does not stay charged, the fuse
may be blown. Use a 5 amp AGC-5 fuse.
1.
Push the two fuse holder sections together.
Rotate fuse holder cap to open fuse holder
(Fig. 27).
2.
Remove fuse and discard.
3.
Install new fuse.
4.
Line up tabs on fuse holder cap with fuse holder
bottom and push sections together. Rotate cap to
close fuse holder.
Cleaning
Plug and Discharge Tunnel
To ensure best performance, the discharge tunnel plug
must be cleaned after each use. When grass is thick
and lush, clippings may collect on and around the
plug; this may make plug removal difficult. After
each use, remove plug from discharge tunnel and
clean off all debris.
Always be sure that discharge tunnel door closes
when handle is released. If debris prevents discharge
door from closing, clean inside of discharge tunnel
and door thoroughly.
Underside of Mower Housing
Keep underside of mower housing clean. Be
especially careful to keep kickers free of debris
(Fig. 29).
Washing Method
1.
Position mower on a flat surface near a garden
hose.
2.
Attach a quick disconnect coupling (sold
separately) to the end of the garden hose. Attach
coupling to mower washout fitting and turn
water on high (Fig. 28).
3.
Start the engine.
4.
Let mower run for two minutes.
5.
Stop the engine.
6.
Turn the water off and remove coupling from the
washout fitting.
7.
Restart mower and let it run for one minute to
dry out moisture on the mower and its
components.
8.
If underside of mower deck has excessive grass
build-up or packing, reconnect the hose to the
washout fitting, turn the water on high and run
the mower for two minutes. Stop the mower and
turn off the water. Let the mower soak for 30
minutes. Then turn the water on high again and
run the mower for another two minutes.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•
A broken or missing washout fitting could
expose you and others to thrown objects or
blade contact.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
•
Contact with thrown debris or blade
contact will cause injury or death.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
•
Replace broken or missing washout fitting
immediately before using mower again.
•
Plug any hole(s) in mower with bolts and
lock nuts.
•
Never put your hands or feet under the
mower or through openings in the mower.
Scraping Method
If washing does not remove all debris from under
deck, tip mower and scrape it clean.
1.
Drain gasoline. Refer to Draining Gasoline
section.
