36
5. Attach the coupling (not included) to the mower
washout fitting and turn the water on high (Fig. 52).
1
m-2921
2
3
Figure 52
1.
Washout fitting
2.
Coupling (not included)
3.
Hose
Note: Spread petroleum jelly on the washout fitting o-ring
to make the coupling slide on easier and protect the o-ring.
6. Lower the mower to the lowest height of cut.
7. Sit on the seat and start the engine.
8. Engage the blade (PTO) and let the mower run for 1 to
3 minutes.
9. Disengage the blade (PTO).
10. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
11. Remove the ignition key.
12. Turn the water off and remove the coupling from the
washout fitting and hose.
13. Run the mower again for 1 to 3 minutes to remove the
excess water.
A broken or missing washout fitting could expose
you and others to thrown objects or to blade
contact. Contact with the blade or thrown debris
contact may cause injury or death.
•
Replace broken or missing washout fitting
immediately, before using the mower again.
•
Plug any holes in the mower with bolts and
locknuts.
•
Never put your hands or feet under the mower
or through openings in the mower.
Warning
Cleaning and Storage
1. Disengage the blade (PTO).
2. Set the parking brake.
3. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
4. Remove the ignition key.
5. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the
external parts of the entire tractor, especially the engine.
Clean dirt and chaff from the outside of the engine
cylinder head fins and blower housing.
Important
You can wash the tractor with a mild
detergent and water. Do not use a pressure washer to
wash the tractor. Pressure washing may damage the
electrical system or wash away necessary grease at friction
points. Avoid using water excessively, especially near the
control panel, lights, engine, and battery.
6. Check the parking brake; refer to Checking the Parking
Brake on page 24.
7. Service the air cleaner; refer to Servicing the Air
Cleaner on page 25.
8. Grease the chassis; refer to Greasing and Lubricating
the Tractor on page 25.
9. Change the crankcase oil and filter; refer to Servicing
the Engine Oil on page 21.
10. Check the tire pressure; refer to Checking the Tire
Pressure on page 27.
11. When storing the tractor for over 30 days, prepare it as
follows:
A. Add a petroleum based stabilizer/conditioner to fuel
in the tank according to the instructions from
stabilizer manufacture. Do not use an alcohol
based stabilizer (ethanol or methanol).
Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective
when mixed with fresh gasoline and used at all times.
B. Run engine for 5 minutes to distribute conditioned
fuel through the fuel system.
C. Stop the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the fuel
tank; refer to Draining the Fuel Tank on page 27.
D. Start the engine and run it until it stops.
E. Choke or prime the engine.
F. Start and run the engine until it will not start again.
G. Recycle the old fuel according to local codes.
Important
Do not store stabilizer/conditioned gasoline
over 90 days.
12. Remove and inspect the spark plug; refer to Servicing
the Spark Plug on page 26. With the spark plug
removed from the engine, pour 2 tablespoons of engine