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16. C
LEANING THE MACHINE
Proceed in the following order:
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Switch off the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire;
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Clean the engine and the outside of the machine with a cloth soaked in a little
oil.
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Clean all parts of the machine, particularly the starting unit, air filter, exhaust
and carburetor. It is advisable to follow the instructions given in the engine
manual.
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Clean the inside of the belt guard (fig. 1, ref. F) with a blast of compressed air.
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To clean the blade (fig. 1 ref. G), wash with a jet of water straight after use
while still damp.
When washing carefully cover and protect the electrical parts of the engine, the
carburetor, the air filter and the exhaust from the water to prevent engine prob-
lems.
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To clean the blade area a tool should be used (stick of wood).
17. S
EASONAL LONG
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TERM STORAGE PERIODS
To store the sod cutter for prolonged periods of non-use, proceed as follows:
- Park the machine on flat, firm, clean ground.
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Oil deposits on the ground where the machine is positioned may cause irrepa-
rable damage to the tires.
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Disconnect the spark plug wire;
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Clean the machine carefully as described in section 16 (Cleaning the machine)
- Make sure that all screws and nuts are fully tightened.
- Retouch with paint any parts which have become exposed during use.
- Store the machine in a clean, dry place.
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Empty the fuel tank, following the instructions given in the engine manual;
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Regularly check the tire pressure, and adjust if necessary.
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Lubricate all moving parts and have any necessary repairs to the machine car-
ried out.