Cleaning
Cleaning under the Mower
Service Interval:
Before each use or daily
1.
Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move the
motion-control levers to the neutral-locked position
and set the parking brake.
2.
Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving
parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
3.
Raise the mower to the transport position.
Disposing of Waste
Engine oil, batteries, hydraulic oil, and engine coolant are
pollutants to the environment. Dispose of these according to
your state and local regulations.
Storage
Cleaning and Storage
1.
Disengage the power take off (blade-control switch
(PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key
to the off position. Remove the key.
2.
Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the
external parts of the entire machine, especially the
engine and hydraulic system. Clean dirt and chaff from
the outside of the engine 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 control panel, engine, hydraulic pumps,
and motors.
3.
Check the brake; refer to
.
4.
Service the air cleaner; refer to
.
5.
Grease the machine; refer to
(page 32)
.
6.
Change the crankcase oil; refer to
.
7.
Check the tire pressure; refer to
.
8.
Change the hydraulic filters; refer to
Hydraulic System (page 53)
.
9.
Charge the battery; refer to
Servicing the Battery (page
.
10.
Scrape any heavy buildup of grass and dirt from the
underside of the mower, then wash the mower with
a garden hose.
Note:
Run the machine with the blade-control switch
(PTO) engaged and the engine at high idle for 2 to
5 minutes after washing.
11.
Check the condition of the blades; refer to
the Cutting Blades (page 57)
.
12.
For storage over 30 days, prepare the machine as
follows:
A.
Add a petroleum-based stabilizer/conditioner
to fuel in the tank. Follow mixing instructions
from the stabilizer manufacturer. Do not use an
alcohol-based stabilizer (ethanol or methanol).
Note:
A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most
effective when mixed with fresh fuel and used at
all times.
B.
Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel
through the fuel system (5 minutes).
C.
Stop the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the fuel
tank; refer to
Servicing the Fuel Tank (page 40)
.
D.
Restart the engine and run it until it stops.
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