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Service
Park the mower on level ground. Rotate key to OFF position and remove key from switch before doing any
maintenance. Disconnect battery cables by pulling up on
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battery quick
disconnect handle in battery box compartment! Wait for all movement to stop before adjusting, cleaning or
repairing. Repairs or maintenance requiring power should be performed by trained maintenance personnel only.
Read and observe safety warnings in front of manual.
• Any maintenance operation that requires
the removal of safety covers must be performed
by a trained service technician.
Before working on or under the deck, make certain master power ignition switch is OFF and key is removed and
deck blade switch cannot be accidentally started. Disconnect battery cables by pulling up on
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battery
quick disconnect handle in battery box compartment for maximum safety! Repairs or maintenance requiring power
should be performed by trained maintenance personnel only. Use a stick or similar instrument to clean under the
mower making sure that no part of the body, especially arms and hands are under mower. Keep your machine clean
and remove any deposits of trash and clippings, which can cause fires and overheating. Allow machine to cool
before storing.
*Clean flammable material from machine. Prevent fires by keeping battery compartment, deck and
operator’s station clean of accumulated trash, grass clippings,
and other debris. *
Clean battery compartment, drive motor compartment, mower deck, seat etc. of all dirt and debris. DO NOT spray
Electronics Bay/Battery Compartment with water. Use only compressed air. Outer unit may be cleaned with mild
soap and water. Always wear adequate eye protection when servicing the batteries, or when grinding mower blades
and removing accumulated debris.
Never attempt to make any adjustments or repairs to the
mower’s drive system, mower deck or any attachment
while the traction drive system is running or deck clutch is engaged. Repairs or maintenance requiring power should
be performed by trained maintenance personnel only. Never work under the machine or attachment unless it is
safely supported with jack stands. Make certain machine is secure when it is raised and placed on the jack stands.
The jack stands should not allow the machine to move when the traction drive system is running and the drive
wheels are rotating.
Use only certified jack stands.
Use only appropriate jack stands, with a minimum weight rating
of 2000 pounds (907.2 kg) to block the unit up. Use in pairs only. Follow the instructions supplied with the vehicle
stands.
Do not touch hot parts of machine. Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade attachment bolts. Keep equipment
in good working condition. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. Turn the key
to the OFF position before unclogging the discharge chute. Never clear the discharge chute with the machine
running. Turn the key to the OFF position and be sure the blades have stopped. Disconnect battery cables by pulling
up on
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battery quick disconnect handle in battery box compartment for maximum safety before
cleaning. Use a stick to clear a plugged discharge area.
Never use your hand!
Grass collection system components are subject to wear, damage and deterioration, which could expose moving
parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check
components and replace with manufacturer’s recommended
parts, when necessary. Exercise caution when working under the deck as the mower blades are extremely sharp.
Wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them. Use only genuine Mean Green Mower parts to ensure that
original standards are maintained. Always remove key and disconnect battery cables by pulling up on
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battery quick disconnect handle in battery box compartment before working on this unit. Always disconnect
batteries when transporting unit. Keep unit free of grass clippings, leaves and other debris. Wear adequate eye and
hearing protection when cleaning the unit. Always wear safety glasses and protective gear near battery. Use
insulated tools.
Regular Maintenance
Regular maintenance is the best prevention for costly downtime or expensive, premature repair. The following
pages contain suggested maintenance information and schedules which the operator should follow on a routine
basis. For more detailed information order the correct parts manual for your unit. Remain alert for unusual noises,
they could be signaling a problem. Visually inspect the machine for any abnormal wear or damage. A good time to
detect potential problems is while performing scheduled maintenance service. Correcting the problem as quickly
as possible is the best insurance.
Daily inspect
mower for grass clippings and wire and string tangles. The
