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Maintenance
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or
repairs with the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade.
Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug
wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine
and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all
parts to cool before working on machine.
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Figure 26: Air filter (cylindrical)
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Rider Maintenance (Basic)
How To Check The Safety Interlock
System
Refer to “Safety Interlock System Checks” in the Operation
section.
How To Clean The Rider And Mower Deck
WARNING
Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working
around cutting blades. Blades are extremely sharp and can
cause severe injury.
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1. Raise the mower deck to the highest cutting position.
Refer to “How To Adjust The Cutting Height”.
2. Clean the underside of the mower deck, removing all
accumulation of grass clippings and debris.
3. Clean the top of the deck, removing all grass clippings
and debris.
4. Use a brush or compressed air to remove loose debris
from the rider.
How To Clean The Engine
Use a brush or compressed air to remove loose debris on or
around the engine.
How to Check Tire Pressure
Use a tire gauge to check the tire pressure; add or release
air as needed. Refer to “Product Specifications” on the back
page of the manual for correct pressure.
How To Check Mower Blade
Stopping Time
WARNING
The following procedure requires the engine and blades to
be operated. Exercise extreme caution. Clear area of loose
parts & tools first. Only operate blades when seated in the
operator’s seat.
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1. Start the engine.
2. Engage the mower blade.
3. Disengage the mower blade. The blade should stop
rotating in 5 seconds or less after moving the blade con-
trol to the OFF position.
WARNING
Blade must stop rotating in 5 seconds or less after the
blade has been turned off. DO NOT operate machine until
blade brake has been adjusted and functioning properly.
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4. If the blade continues to rotate longer than 5 seconds,
do not operate the machine. Refer to “How To Adjust
Mower Blade Stopping Time”, or contact an authorized
dealer for assistance.
NOTE: It is recommended that any adjustments and
service regarding mower blade stopping time be per-
formed by an authorized dealer.
How To Perform Battery Service
Refer to “Battery Service”.
How To Check The Brake / Parking Brake
1. Check the machine brake for proper function:
• Engage the parking brake, and push the machine. The
rear tires should skid.
• Drive the machine forward and apply the brake.
The machine should come to a complete stop in
less than 5 ft.
2. If the brakes are not functioning properly, brake adjust-
ment must be completed before operating the machine.
Refer to “How To Adjust The Brake / Parking Brake”.