Cleaning
Cleaning the Suspension
System
Note:
Do not clean the shock assemblies with
pressurized water (
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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
Storage Safety
•
Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait
for all moving parts to stop before you leave the
operator’s position. Allow the machine to cool
before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
•
Do not store the machine or fuel near flames or
drain the fuel indoors or inside an enclosed trailer.
•
Do not store the machine or fuel container where
there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such
as on a water heater or on other appliances.
Cleaning and Storage
1.
Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), and
engage the parking brake.
2.
Shut off the engine, 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, 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.
4.
Check the parking brake operation; refer to
Operating the Parking Brake (page 20)
.
5.
Service the air cleaner; refer to
.
6.
Change the crankcase oil; refer to
Engine Oil (page 32)
.
7.
Check the tire pressure; refer to
Tire Pressure (page 38)
.
8.
Charge the battery; refer to
(page 37)
.
9.
Scrape any heavy buildup of grass and dirt
from the underside of the mower, then wash the
machine 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.
10.
Check the condition of the blades; refer to
Servicing the Cutting Blades (page 40)
.
11.
Prepare the machine for storage when non-use
occurs over 30 days. Prepare the machine for
storage as follows:
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