Maintenance
Note:
Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
CAUTION
If you leave the key in the ignition switch,
someone could accidently start the engine
and seriously injure you or other bystanders.
Remove the key from the ignition and
disconnect the wire from the spark plug
before you do any maintenance. Set the wire
aside so that it does not accidentally contact
the spark plug.
DANGER
Engines can become hot when they are
operating. Severe burns can occur from
contacting hot surfaces.
Allow engines, especially the muffler, to cool
before touching.
DANGER
Leaves, grass, or brush can catch fire. A fire
in the engine area can cause personal injury
and property damage.
•
Keep the engine and muffler area free of
debris accumulation.
•
Take care when opening the bagger cover
to keep debris from falling onto the engine
and muffler area.
•
Allow the machine to cool before storing it.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)
Maintenance Service
Interval
Maintenance Procedure
After the first 10 hours
• Inspect the bagger.
Before each use or daily
• Clean the bagger.
Before storage
• Inspect the bagger.
• Clean the bagger.
Inspecting the Bagger
Attachment
Service Interval:
After the first 10 hours
Before storage
1.
Check the chute, discharge tube, and the bagger
top. Replace these parts if they are cracked or
broken.
2.
Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.
3.
Inspect all fasteners and latches; replace any
missing or damaged.
4.
Inspect the grass bags for deterioration.
WARNING
You or bystanders could be severely
injured by flying debris or thrown objects
that may pass through torn, worn, or
deteriorated grass bags.
•
Check the grass bags for holes, rips,
wear, and other deterioration.
•
Do not wash the grass bags.
•
If the bag has deteriorated, install
new grass bags supplied by
the manufacturer of this bagger
attachment.
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