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370406 F103104A
Figure 11
16. CLEANING THE MACHINE
Proceed in the following order:
- Switch off the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire;
- Clean the engine and the outside of the machine with a cloth soaked in a little oil.
- 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.
- Clean the inside of the belt guard (fig. 1, ref. F) with a blast of compressed air.
- 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 problems.
- To clean the blade area a tool should be used (stick of wood).
17. SEASONAL LONG-TERM STORAGE PERIODS
To store the turf cutter for prolonged periods of non-use, proceed as follows:
- Park the machine on flat, firm, clean ground.
- Oil deposits on the ground where the machine is positioned may cause irreparable
damage to the tyres.
- Disconnect the spark plug wire;
- 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.
- Empty the fuel tank, following the instructions given in the engine manual;
- Regularly check the tyre pressure, and adjust if necessary.
- Lubricate all moving parts and have any necessary repairs to the machine carried out.