Cleaning
Cleaning under the Mower
Deck
Service Interval:
Before each use or daily
Remove the grass buildup under the mower daily.
Important:
Do not use water to clean the
machine, otherwise you could damage the motors
and other electric components.
1.
Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the PTO, and move the motion-control levers
outward to the P
ARK
position.
2.
Shut off the machine, remove the key, and wait
for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operating position.
3.
Turn the battery-disconnect switch to the O
FF
position.
4.
Raise the front of the machine and use jack
stands to support the mower.
5.
Clean debris from the machine using
compressed air.
Disposing of Waste
Engine oil, batteries, hydraulic fluid, and engine
coolant are pollutants to the environment. Dispose of
these according to your state and local regulations.
Storage
Cleaning and Storage
Service Interval:
Before storage
Before storage
1.
Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the PTO, and move the motion-control levers
outward to the P
ARK
position.
2.
Shut off the machine, remove the key, and wait
for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operating position.
3.
Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from
the external parts of the entire machine using
compressed air.
Important:
Do not use water to clean the
machine, otherwise you could damage the
motors and other electric components.
4.
Check the brake; refer to
Park Position (page
.
5.
Grease the machine; refer to
Lubrication (page
.
6.
Check the tire pressure; refer to
Tire Pressure (page 36)
.
7.
Check and tighten all fasteners. Repair or
replace any part that is damaged or missing.
8.
Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces with
paint from an Authorized Service Dealer.
9.
Store the machine in a clean, dry, garage or
storage area. Remove the key from the switch
and store it in a memorable place. Cover the
machine to protect it and keep it clean.
10.
For prolonged storage, follow the battery
storage requirements; refer to
Requirements (page 49)
.
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