MAINTENANCE
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Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage
from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean
cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
Periodically check all nuts and bolts for proper tightness to ensure safe operation of the
mower.
Remove any buildup of grass and leaves on or around the motor cover. Wipe the mower
clean with a dry cloth occasionally.
Do not use water.
All of the bearings in this product are lubricated with a suf-ficient amount of high grade
lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further
bearing lubrication is required.
At the beginning and end of each mowing season:
■ Lubricate the springs on the rear discharge door with light oil.
■ Lubricate the height adjustment lever and related hardware with light oil.
■ Remove the wheels and lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and the inner surface of the
wheel with light oil.
■ Remove the blade and blade hub assembly and lubricate the motor shaft with light oil or
engine oil. See Replacing the Cutting Blade for instructions on removing the blade.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATION
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any
other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields
during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust
mask.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based
products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can
damage, weaken, or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Always protect hands by wearing heavy gloves and/or wrapping
the cutting edges of the blade with rags and other material when performing blade
maintenance. Failure to heed this warning so could result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Before performing any maintenance, make sure the mower is
unplugged from the power supply and the switch key is removed. Failure to heed this
warning could result in serious personal injury.