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NOTICE
To prevent losing control of or damaging the mower, do not use the
drive system when going up or down a loading ramp.
To prevent damaging the drive system, do not engage the clutch
when the mower is rolling backwards.
1. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
2. Use a suitable loading ramp. Adjust the loading ramp so that it is
inclined at an angle of less than 15°. If a loading ramp is not
available, two people should lift the mower on and off the transport
vehicle while keeping the mower level.
STORAGE
Proper storage is essential for keeping your lawn mower troublefree
and looking good. The following steps will help protect the mower
from rust and corrosion, and make the engine easier to start when you
use the lawn mower again.
Cleaning
1. Wash the lawn mower, including the underside of the mower deck.
Engine
Wash the engine by hand, and be careful to prevent water from
entering the air cleaner.
NOTICE
Using a garden hose or pressure washing equipment can force
water into the air cleaner. Water in the air cleaner will soak the
filters and can enter the carburetor or engine cylinder, causing
damage.
Water contacting a hot engine can cause damage. If the engine
has been running, allow it to cool for at least a half hour before
washing.
Mower Deck
If using a garden hose or pressure washing equipment to clean the
mower deck, be careful to avoid getting water into controls and
cables, or anywhere near the engine air cleaner or muffler
opening.
Before washing the underside of the mower deck, be sure the
throttle lever is in the STOP position and the fuel valve is in the
OFF position. Rest the mower on its right side, so the air cleaner
side is up. This will help to prevent fuel leakage and hard starting
due to carburetor flooding. Wear heavy gloves to protect your
hands from the blade(s).
Grass Bag
Remove the bag from the mower, and wash it with a garden hose
or pressure washing equipment. Allow the bag to dry completely
before storage.
2. After washing the lawn mower, wipe dry all accessible surfaces.
3. With the mower in an upright position, start the engine outdoors,
and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature to
evaporate any water remaining on the engine.
4. Stop the engine and allow it to cool.
5. After the lawn mower is clean and dry, touch up any damaged
paint, and coat other areas that may rust with a light film of oil.
Charging the Battery (HMEA type)
To assure maximum reliability, the battery should be recharged (boost
charged) both before and after prolonged storage. A plug-in charger is
provided to recharge the battery (see page 19).
NOTICE
Do not charge the battery for more than 24 hours or the battery may
be damaged. Disconnect the battery charger from the battery before
storing the lawn mower.
Fuel
Gasoline will oxidize and deteriorate in storage. Old gasoline will
cause hard starting, and it leaves gum deposits that clog the fuel
system. If the gasoline in your mower deteriorates during storage, you
may need to have the carburetor and other fuel system components
serviced or replaced.
The length of time that gasoline can be left in your fuel tank and
carburetor without causing functional problems will vary with such
factors as gasoline blend, your storage temperatures, and whether
the fuel tank is partially or completely filled. The air in a partially filled
fuel tank promotes fuel deterioration. Very warm storage
temperatures accelerate fuel deterioration. Fuel deterioration
problems may occur within a few months, or even less if the gasoline
was not fresh when you filled the fuel tank.
To prevent fuel related problems:
1. Add gasoline stabilizer following the manufacturer’s instructions.
When adding a gasoline stabilizer, fill the fuel tank with fresh
gasoline. If only partially filled, air in the tank will promote fuel
deterioration during storage.
2. After adding a gasoline stabilizer, run the engine outdoors for
10 minutes to be sure that treated gasoline has replaced the
untreated gasoline in the fuel system.
3. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF
position.
4. Continue to run the engine until it
stops from the lack of fuel in the
carburetor fuel bowl. Running time
should be less than 3 minutes.
The warranty does not cover fuel
system damage or engine
performance problems resulting
from neglected storage
preparation.
Engine Oil
Change the engine oil (page 15).
Engine Cylinder
If the mower is to be stored for
more than 3 months, remove
the spark plug (page 16). Pour
5 ~ 10 cm³ of clean engine oil
into the cylinder [1]. Pull the
starter rope several times to
distribute the oil in the cylinder.
Reinstall the spark plug.
Pull the starter rope slowly
until resistance is felt, then
return the starter grip gently.
This will close the valves so
moisture cannot enter the
engine cylinder.
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