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3. Install the spring onto the replacement deflector
assembly, then install the deflector assembly into the
front deflector pivot post.
4. Ensure that the free end of the spring is positioned
correctly on the top of the mower, then install the
rear end of the deflector assembly into the rear
deflector pivot post.
5. Install the rear deflector pivot post onto the
mower and tighten the locknut (Figure 50). The
grass deflector must be spring-loaded in the down
position. Lift the deflector up to test that it snaps
to the full down position.
Figure 50
1. Spring 4. Front deflector pivot post
2. Deflector assembly 5. Locknut
3. Rear deflector pivot post
Storage
Cleaning and Storage
1. Disengage the blade control switch (PTO), set the
parking brake, and turn the ignition key to off.
Remove the key.
2. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the
external parts of the entire machine, especially the
engine. Clean dirt and chaff from the outside of the
engine’s cylinder head fins and blower housing.
Important:
You can wash the machine with
mild detergent and water. Do not pressure wash
the machine. Avoid excessive use of water,
especially near the shift lever plate, and engine.
3. Check the brake; refer to Servicing the Brake in
Brake Maintenance (page 30).
4. Service the air cleaner; refer to Servicing the Air
Cleaner in Engine Maintenance (page 22).
5. Grease the machine; refer to Greasing and
Lubrication in Lubrication (page 21).
6. Change the crankcase oil; refer to Servicing the
Engine in Engine Maintenance (page 22).
7. Check the tire pressure; refer to Checking the Tire
Pressure in Drive System Maintenance (page 28).
8. For long-term storage (more than 90 days) add
stabilizer/conditioner additive to fuel in the tank.
A. Run engine to distribute conditioned fuel through
the fuel system (5 minutes).
B. Stop engine, allow to cool and drain the fuel
tank; refer to Servicing the Fuel Tank in
Fuel System Maintenance (page 26), or operate
engine until it stops.
C. Restart engine and run until it stops. Repeat, on
Choke until engine will not restart.
D. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as per local
codes.
Note:
Do not store stabilizer/conditioned
gasoline over 90 days.
9. Remove the spark plug(s) and check its
condition; refer to Servicing the Spark Plug in
Engine Maintenance (page 22). With the spark
plug(s) removed from the engine, pour two
tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug
hole. Now use the starter to crank the engine and
distribute the oil inside the cylinder. Install the spark
plug(s). Do not install the wire on the spark plug(s).
10. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair
or replace any part that is damaged or defective.
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